Women’s autumn fashion in 2013 centred on statement coats (red leather with fringe, grey cape, oversized check, cream faux fur), peplum dresses, tweed jackets and a palette of green, red, orange, yellow and purple. This is a look back at the season’s picks, with our own notes on what still works in 2026.
Autumn 2013 women’s trends at a glance
| Group | The 2013 picks |
|---|---|
| Coats and outerwear | Red leather and fringe coat, grey cape with faux fur hood, cream faux fur, oversized check coat, plaid and stripes, two cream coats with knee-high socks |
| Knitwear and tops | Metallic knit with V-back detail, pink wave raglan stretch jumper, printed drape top, navy and cream jumper, long-sleeve sweater |
| Dresses and tailoring | Peplum dress from the Marks and Spencer collection, lace floral blazer, tweed jacket and shorts with pearl detailing |
| Colours | Green, red, orange, yellow, purple, plus prints and bright colours |
The original article was a photo gallery, so this text list stands in for the pictures.
Why autumn is a good season to dress
[highlight]Why should you be excited about this season?[/highlight] If you know how to dress and what to wear, autumn can become your favourite season. Our shopping habits have to change, because when you look good, you feel good. Autumn is the seasonal queen of style, and the cool weather, Halloween and pumpkin pie are all good excuses to go shopping. I love the sweatshirt weather above all else.
Clothing picks
The coats set the tone: a red leather and fringe coat, a grey cape with a faux fur hood, cream faux fur, an oversized check coat, and coats in plaid and stripes. Underneath came a metallic knit with V-back detail, a pink wave raglan stretch jumper, a printed drape top, a navy and cream jumper and a long-sleeved sweater. For dresses and tailoring, the list chose a peplum dress, a lace floral blazer, and a tweed jacket and shorts with pearl detailing.
The main colours
- Green
- Red
- Orange
- Yellow
- Purple
What we would keep in 2026
This is our opinion, not a trend count. Oversized checks, cape-style outerwear and the warm-tone palette still look current. Peplum dresses, metallic knits and fringe are the pieces most tied to 2013. If you buy one thing from the list, make it the coat, because it does the most work.
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Keep reading
- Back to school trends 2013: the other fall 2013 style guide
FAQ
What were the main autumn fashion trends for women in 2013?
Statement coats such as red leather with fringe and oversized checks, peplum dresses, tweed jackets, and colourful knitwear.
Which colours defined autumn 2013?
Green, red, orange, yellow and purple, plus prints and bright colours.
Which autumn 2013 pieces still work in 2026?
In our opinion oversized checks, cape-style coats and warm-toned colours. Peplum dresses and fringe are the most dated.
What coats were in the autumn 2013 round-up?
A red leather and fringe coat, a grey cape with a faux fur hood, cream faux fur, an oversized check coat and plaid and striped styles.
Is this a current autumn 2026 trend report?
No. It is a look back at autumn 2013 with brief current notes.
Last updated: October 2026.
