Fall’s New Proportions—and How to Wear Them
Written by: Amanda Chung
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Published on: September 19, 2023
Fashion editor: Sandra Slusarczyk
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This season’s crop of new arrivals plays with proportion in interesting ways, bringing a freshened-up feel to some classic fall styles. It’s a good time to experiment: For example, if you lived in slouchy sweaters all last year, you might consider a more fitted, feminine silhouette for fall ’23. If the denim maxiskirt was your jam, something with a shorter hemline might make your looks feel more current. These, and three other styles to try below.
THE SHRUNKEN SWEATER
More feminine than their slouchy counterparts, this season’s shrunken knits are still plenty cozy, especially when done in soft virgin wool like the G. Label options here. Two of our favorite ways to wear them: layered over a slim button-up (with dark denim, loafers, and a structured shoulder bag) or paired with a lower-rise skirt or pant for a slightly cooler look.
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G. LABLE KENLIE SHRUNKEN SWEATER, goop, $595;
SLVRLAKE JEANS, goop, $279 -
G. Label
Kenlie Shrunken Sweater
goop, $595SHOP NOW -
marni
Bag
goop, $2,100SHOP NOW -
SLVRLAke
Jeans
goop, $279SHOP NOW -
aeyde
Loafers
goop, $395SHOP NOW
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G. LABEL BY GOOP MORGAN PUFF-SLEEVE CARDIGAN, goop, $595;
MARNI BAG, goop, $2,100 -
g. label
Morgan Puff-Sleeve Cardigan
goop, $595SHOP NOW -
Foundrae
Signet Ring
goop, $3,995SHOP NOW -
wardrobe.nyc
Pants
Net-a-Porter, $900SHOP NOW -
birkenstock
Sandals
goop, $180SHOP NOW

STAUD SWEATER, goop, $495;
G. LABEL BY GOOP RISK CIGARETTE PANTS, goop, $495
THE CIGARETTE PANTS
They can either be straight through the entire leg or fitted through the thighs and tapered toward the hem, hitting right at (or even slightly above) the anklebone. Balance the slim cut with something substantial on top, like a chunky knit, a billowy button-up, or an oversize blazer.
STAUD SWEATER, goop, $495;
G. LABEL BY GOOP RISK CIGARETTE PANTS, goop, $495
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g. label
Fabian Button-Up Shirt
goop, $395SHOP NOW -
lizzie mandler
Ring
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LIÉ STUDIO
Earrings
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ree projects
Bag
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g. label
Risk Cigarette Pants
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The Row
Flats
Matchesfashion, $1,070SHOP NOW

THE MINISKIRT
You don’t want just any miniskirt: Look for one that’s slightly structured and ends at about midthigh (this length looks great with tall boots, yes, but also loafers or brogues). Then offset the coquettish hemline with a prim cardigan or an edgy leather bomber jacket with exaggerated proportions.
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savette
Symmetry 19
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sea
Jacket
goop, $795SHOP NOW -
g. label
Valentine Striped Crewneck Sweater
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LIÉ STUDIO
Ring
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PROENZA SCHOULER White Label
Reversible Skirt
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PROENZA SCHOULER
Loafers
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THE DEMI-WIDE LEG
If you’ve ever looked at a pair of wide-legs and thought, Wow, that’s a lot of fabric, then consider this updated cut. Equally cool but much more wearable, these pants complement everything from blouses and ankle boots to your favorite cashmere sweater and sneakers.
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G. LABEL BY GOOP ROE CORDUROY PANTS, goop, $425
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g. label
Cata Corduroy Blazer
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STAUD PANTS, goop, $325
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Maria mcmanus
Shirt
goop, $400SHOP NOW -
NILI LOTAN PANTS (similar styles available)
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g. label
Gia Oversize Cashmere Crewneck
goop, $595SHOP NOW
THE CHUNKY KNIT
From sleeves and cuffs to collars and necklines, sumptuous ribbing is everywhere this season. We’re especially into the Figliozzi sweater from this month’s G. Label drop—those knuckle-grazing sleeves are just so good. The swingy body and slightly cropped hem mean anything high-waisted will work here.
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g. label
Figliozzi V-Neck High-Cuff Sweater
goop, $595SHOP NOW -
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Staud
Sweater
goop, $495SHOP NOW -
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g. label
Akshay Chunky Collar and Cuff Turtleneck
goop, $595SHOP NOW
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