(From left) Prabal Gurung, Karen Walker, and Carolina Herrera; Imaxtree

As New York Fashion Week continues on, new trends are unveiled for fall 2012 that offer a breath of fresh air from seasons past. Leather, military influences, and, most of all, fur (hats, coats, tops—you name it) have all had a strong presence on many of the runways. Taking a break from traditional autumn hues like black, green, and plum, bold orange shades have also graced many designer collections. As for dresses and skirts, most fashion houses have opted to bring it down a notch—length-wise, that is. Models kept chic and sophisticated in knee-length designs by Nicole Miller and Costello Tagliapietra. Check out the most popular trends emerging from NYFW below.


1. Fur detailing

Carolina Herrera and BCBG Max Azria; Imaxtree


Fur continues to pop up all over the runways in new and different ways: colorful statement coats, vests, and even peplums.


2. Elbow-length leather gloves


Prabal Gurung and Diane Von Furstenberg; Imaxtree

While this accessory may seem like a relic of ages past, NYFW thinks it’s due for a comeback. Wear these gloves either with cropped sleeves or a sleeveless dress—we love the outerwear/bare skin combo.


3. Orange

Karen Walker and Rebecca Minkoff; Imaxtree


Finally—some color! While black and white are dominating NYFW, many designers are using orange to bring a pop of color into their collections. Designs range from darker hues to bright patterns, so expect to incorporate at least one of these shades into next season’s wardrobe.


4. Military chic

Alexander Wang and Jason Wu; Imaxtree


Sir, yes sir! Many designers have added military touches to their designs, including structured shoulders, epaulets, and big buttons—all with a feminine twist.


5. Knee-length dresses

Nicole Miller and Costello Tagliapietra; Imaxtree


The longer the better: most collections have dropped the mini look in favor of more elegant, knee-length designs.