London Fashion Week might have given a glimpse of what we’ll be wearing come Spring/Summer 2025, but the cobbles were where everyone looked to for how to dress this Autumn.
Whilst at New York Fashion Week, everyone wore red, in London I spotted one major trend: grunge.
The trend itself was originally born in Seattle in the mid-80s, thanks to new alternative rock bands such as Pearl Jam and Nirvana. It really took off in the 90s, with early adopters copying the style of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love.
Oversized silhouettes were de rigueur, as were ripped jeans, baggy t-shirts, leather jackets, plaid shirts, Doc Martens, Vans and plenty of layers. It was no surprise that this new way of dressing became so popular in London, a capital with a rich history of music itself.
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Those grunge elements are still going strong today, though the Street Style set has put a more polished spin to them this season. Apart from a few baggy jeans and oversized leather jackets, silhouettes were more fitted.
I spotted low-slung shiny leather trousers, paired with black JW Anderson crop tops. Plaid culottes with cropped t-shirts. Ultra mini skirts with crushed velvet jumpers. Sheer tops paired with baggy jeans.
My favourite was this influencer’s (picture above right) ladylike take on the trend, with her tartan cape, burgundy tights and white heels.
Whether you prefer a dressy or original take on the grunge trend, here are the essentials you need to add to your shopping list.
Shop the grunge trend
Collusion, X015 Baggy Jeans
Loewe Embroidered Stretch-Cotton Tank
Trf Denim Animal Print Skirt
Sandro Leather Biker Boots
E.L.V. Denim, Simone Shirt Check Poplin Cotton
Kitri, Olive and Black Vinyl Trousers
Y/Project, Black Snap Off Denim Shirt
Hey Harper, Eloise necklace
Hush Oversized Leather Jacket
Burberry checked wool skirt
Dr Martens, 1460 Decayed Roses Leather Boots
Nobody’s Child, Maxi Jersey Dress