Overalls
Nov 12, 2022

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

by Eliza Huber

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@dronme; Courtesy of Brandon Maxwell; @annabelrosendahl; Courtesy of Tibi

It's rare in the social media age—when, if you follow the right people, you can spot a trend coming from a mile away—for a fad to actually sneak up on you. Normally, the signs are all there. But in the case of overalls, it took all but a few weeks for the once "frumpy" onesies to go from outdated to one of fall's most sought-after wardrobe items. These days, they're everywhere.

I first spotted a pair during Oslo Runway on influencer Annabel Rosendahl. Pairing it with an oversize tee, Saint Laurent's cult-favorite Le 5 à 7 shoulder bag, and point-toe heels, the Norwegian made the utilitarian silhouette appear surprisingly elevated. My attention was piqued, but one good outfit doesn't make a trend, so I wrote it off as a fluke and went on with my day. Not long after, I noted the silhouette on the runway during New York Fashion Week, first at Brandon Maxwell and later at Coach and Tibi. By the time fashion month was over, it was already too late to get ahead of the trend. It was already here, on everyone from model Elsa Hosk to French influencer and recent Mango collaborator Camille Charrière.

If you're as blindsided as I was, I get it. But it's not too late to get in on the fastest-rising trend of the season. Scroll on to shop the best overalls on the market right now.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@greceghanem

This look feels extremely relevant this week, as it's been about 70° every day in NYC. When this heat wave inevitably ends, though, don't fret. Just swap out the tube top for a cozy knit and the thong sandals for chunky boots.

Shop overalls:

Mango Long Denim Dungarees

Long Denim Dungarees

These are just as essential as a pair of black jeans.

Zara Denim Overalls

The perfect level of bagginess.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@hoskelsa

The best thing about overalls is how low-maintenance they are. Toss on a bandeau bra, some sandals, and a chic bag—boom, you're done.

Shop overalls:

Reformation Milo Utility Overalls

Milo Utility Overalls

Utterly classic.

Madewell Straight-Leg Overalls

Straight-Leg Overalls

Prepare to want to put these on at least three times a week.

On the runway:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

Brandon Maxwell/ImaxTree

Brandon Maxwell's S/S 23 collection displayed leather and denim overalls that provided us with a new outlook on the silhouette. Making them even cooler, he had them styled undone, allowing the tops worn underneath to be the focal point.

Shop overalls:

Good American Faux Leather Overall

Faux Leather Overall

Everything else is leather these days. Why not overalls too?

Rag & Bone Liquid Miramar Tencel-Chambray Overalls

Liquid Miramar Tencel-Chambray Overalls

If you're tired of all the standard colors and denim washes.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@kendalljenner

Find someone with more influence over our shopping choices than Kendall Jenner—I'll wait. But actually, I should've known this trend was coming the second the supermodel posted this BTS photo of herself wearing baggy, oversize overalls back in September.

Shop overalls:

Levi's Vintage Overall

Vintage Overall

It doesn't get much better than a pair of Levi's.

Carhartt Work in Progress Bib Overalls

Carhartt Work in Progress

But fellow heritage brand Carhartt isn't too shabby an option either.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@annabelrosendahl

This easy-chic look turned heads during Oslo Runway and is just as awe-worthy today, nearly three months later.

Shop overalls:

H&M Mom Fit Denim Overalls

Mom Fit Denim Overalls

Choosing a darker wash will make whatever look you put together slightly more formal and elevated.

On the runway:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

Coach/ImaxTree

Coach took overalls from utilitarian to grunge in its S/S 23 collection, opting for a shorts silhouette in heavy-duty leather as opposed to the traditional pant look.

Shop overalls:

Frame Le High Flare Denim Overalls

Le High Flare Denim Overalls

These are proof that not all overalls are frumpy.

We the Free Ziggy Denim Overalls

Ziggy Denim Overalls

This color is perfect for fall.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@dronme

This look answers the long-debated "what to wear to [insert any activity that takes place in nature in the fall]" dilemma.

Shop overalls:

Everlane The Denim Overalls

The Denim Overalls

Don't sleep on Everlane's denim offering.

Mango Long Denim Dungarees

Long Denim Dungarees

Calling all wide-leg-pants lovers.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@camillecharriere

You really can't go wrong on a Saturday afternoon with some striped coveralls, a white tee, and some Cortez sneakers.

Shop overalls:

Dickies Denim Bib Overall

Denim Bib Overall

The striped look is everywhere.

BDG '90s Denim Overall

'90s Denim Overall

The epitome of comfort.

On the runway:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

Courtesy of Tibi

Tibi's spring collection offered yet another way to overall with styles made of trouser material as opposed to cotton or denim.

Shop overalls:

H&M Cotton Corduroy Overalls

Cotton Corduroy Overalls

This price is too good to pass up.

On Instagram:

It's Controversial, But It's True: Overalls Are About to Be Fall's New It Item

Photo:

@monikh

Toss on a flouncy blouse to add a touch of romance to this otherwise utilitarian shape.