3 Fall Home Trends Inspired by Fashion’s Biggest Runways

If you want to be ahead of the curve with home trends, here’s a foolproof tip: Look to the runways. From vintage boho to cherry red, fashion has always influenced the next big thing in interior design—and this fall, ready-to-wear shows revealed that a personal, warm aesthetic is top of mind for trendsetters.

Whether you gravitate toward rugged or romantic, you’ll be seeing a lot of layered, sculptural, and slightly dramatic spaces this season. Here are the top three styles to watch out for, plus how to get the look at home.

Sculptural Silhouettes and Striking Curves

Cap shoulders, bell-shaped skirts, and exaggerated curves flooded runways this season, from Loewe’s sculptural coats to The Row’s cocooning knits.

To apply this to your space, think of form as function—but also with a hint of flirtation. Redefine what furniture “should” look like in your mind. Opt for curved profiles and pieces that hug the space, such as rounded sofas, fluted side tables, arched bookshelves, and half-moon banquettes.

Add whimsy through asymmetry with accents like irregular mirrors or tulip-shaped pendants, or trade a simple dresser or accent chair for versions with bobbin or rope-weave legs. And don’t forget to vary standard linen and cotton for three-dimensional fabrics like bouclé and velvet. Use exaggerated silhouettes and materials to create areas that catch the eye and feel intentional and playful.

“Horse Girl” Chic

Ralph Lauren went full plaid this fall with heritage checks, riding coats, and patterned blankets. What was once used as functional equestrian gear is now a fashion statement.

Plaid doesn’t have to present preppy or country—it adds grit to an otherwise soft room and can be ironic, oversized, or even androgynous. Incorporate this cozy take on the country club aesthetic with oversized plaid throws, checked upholstery, and flannel napkins for fall tablescapes.

If you want an all-in approach, try anchoring a room with plaid upholstery on a settee or club chair—and don’t be afraid to go bold with scale. For a more subtle look, layer small checks and tattersall cloth into bed linens, Roman shades, or tablecloths. To make the look feel authentic, combine heritage prints with modern materials, like tweed with chrome or flannel with concrete. If the Chesterfield couch—a classic, deep-buttoned cognac leather sofa—speaks to you, this autumn is the time to try it out.

Neo-Victorian Feminine Touches

Between Rodarte’s smocked shapes and puff sleeves, Christian Dior’s high ruffled necklines, Valentino’s bubblegum pink lace detailing, and Chanel’s sheer layering, Victorian vibes showed up on runways in all the best ways this season.

At home, consider swapping heavy drapes for a pair of airy lace curtains, adding milk-glass lamps, and trading scalloped edges for straight ones. Play with details that feel romantic without being too precious or delicate. 

And just as outfits aren’t complete without a little styling—a shirt tuck, belt, jewelry—rooms aren’t fully done without embellishments. Instead of builder-grade or minimalist hardware, go with brass bows on curtain rods, looped tie-backs, and vintage or thrifted drawer pulls. The magic lives in the story told through materials and details, so embrace the frills.