9 Classic Street Style Outfits That Are So Easy To Copy

While there’s no denying the importance of trends in keeping fashion fresh and inventive, it’s worth picking and choosing the ones you buy into. In fact, there is something to be said for building a wardrobe which altogether eludes them. If you want your clothing to outlast seasonal tastes, consider a more future-proof approach to shopping, focusing on forever buys over fleeting fads. Personally, I believe there’s room for both—in my own wardrobe, I try to keep things timeless, but if a trend particularly excites me, I’ll allow myself to try it out in a low-stakes way. If I don’t get the wear out of it within a few months, I’ll simply flog it on Vinted, pass it on to a friend or hand it over to a charity shop.

Generally, though, I get the most joy out of piecing together a simple, classic look that I know I can re-wear for years to come. And I’ve found that amongst the hundreds showcasing trend-led looks on Instagram and during Fashion Month, there are plenty who adopt a similar attitude to dressing. In fact, I recently went down a street-style rabbit hole and was pleasantly surprised by how many understated outfits I came across. Fresh from the streets of Paris, Copenhagen and New York, the nine ensembles below are at the top of my list to re-create for the coming season.

9 Classic Street Style Outfits That Are So Easy To Copy:

1. Leather Long Coat + Slouchy Jeans + Mary-Janes

Style Notes: Whether you opt for a pair trousers, a skirt or a blazer, leather is a timeless option that will never go out of style. For 2024 however, fashion people are opting for leather outerwear to updated their classic jean outfits. Add a pair of heeled Mary-Janes for a stylish everyday look.

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2. Suiting + Loafers

Style Notes: Slouchy tailoring is trending big time in 2024, but suiting like this will never date—especially when paired with timeless loafers.

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3. Trench Coat + Turtleneck + Loose Jeans

Style Notes: It’s not uncommon to spot a trench coat outfit in Paris, but this one featuring baggy light-wash jeans feels like a contemporary take on the look.

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4. Longline Coat + Maxi Dress + Ballet Flats

Style Notes: When in doubt, look to the Danes for effortless outfit inspiration. Case-in-point: this impeccable maxi slip dress styling. The ballet flats balance out the heavy coat nicely.

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5. Faux Fur Coat + Leather Trousers + Chunky Boots

Style Notes: This look simultaneously feels fresh and familiar. Leather trousers are huge this season, and they look so cool teamed with faux fur and all-weather boots.