Simple, pretty clothes—for the most part, that's what showed up on the New York runways. This was not the season to wow with glitz or throw out any fashion wild cards. Instead, designers kept shows short, colors minimal and statements simple. Not that the outlook is dreary; Americans are particularly adept at adding subtle luxury while subtracting unnecessary frill, as shown in these five key Fall themes.—Janet Ozzard
They swept, they clutched, they wrapped; statement coats added drama to the season.
Above: Oscar de la Renta
Hemlines were somewhere between knee and ankle, fits were flowing, and fabrics were gauzy.
Above: Calvin Klein
From subtle to supercharged, glints of gold winked throughout the shows.
Above: Carolina Herrera
Romantic, tough, sophisticated, innocent—black does it all this Fall.
Above: Ralph Lauren
Designers rediscovered jackets, and the results were brilliant.
Above: Balenciaga
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