Megan Thee Stallion<\/a>, and Chloe and Halle, she\u2019s a firm believer in drawing inspiration across eras and blending high-end with affordable fashion to create looks that are authentic and personal. For the Fall Lookbook, Akers distills fall\u2019s biggest moments into five key vibes. They\u2019re less of a rulebook and more of a starting point \u2013 an invitation to remix what\u2019s already in your closet, shop with more intention, and flex the boundaries of your personal style.<\/p>\nThe result? A framework for fall dressing that skips fleeting trends in favor of something more lasting: a formula for dressing that you can make your own. For Akers, that spans from grunge with polish \u2013 layering plaid and leather for a cozy mix of textures \u2013 to reimagining collegiate cool with neckties and shirting paired with skirts or denim for a grounded, expressive look.<\/p>\n
Below, we break down each of Akers\u2019 five looks \u2013 and shop out pieces so you can build on your own wardrobe and bring these outfit formulas to life.<\/p>\n
DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><strong>High Grunge<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.cncurc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/11932539.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s the details that differentiate Zerina\u2019s modern take on grunge. \u201cFrom your belt buckle to the grommets on your boots, the patches on your jacket \u2013 that\u2019s really what it\u2019s about,\u201d Akers says of the trend. Small styling choices deliver the nuance: plaid skirts, a flannel tied at the waist, and a patchwork moto jacket on top push the mix forward while maintaining its grit. The rawness is there, but sharpened just enough to feel deliberately reconsidered.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Line Break<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.cncurc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/11932540.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>Akers pushes your classic stripe way beyond basic: this fall, they\u2019re stacked and layered for impact. Whether you\u2019re mixing a rugby with a solid piece, or playing with two different stripes, the approach is straightforward but lands with a punch. For this look, she paired a Barrow rugby sweatshirt over a Marimekko button-down, added socks that echo the pattern, and finished with glossy Zara loafers. The magic is in the mashup \u2014 wide bands versus skinny stripes, color colliding with neutrals, sportswear mixed with tailoring.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Scarlet Authority<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.cncurc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/11932541.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/fashion-color-trends-summer-2025\">cherry red was to summer<\/a>, scarlet is to fall. This season, Akers is threading the pop of color through multiple items \u2014 tights, gloves, boots \u2014 to cut through an otherwise neutral look. Here, she pairs burgundy tights and patent pumps alongside a tonal skirt and handbag, finished with a white bomber for instant freshness. It\u2019s bold without being complicated, the kind of styling move that makes classic pieces feel instantly new.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2>Suede Away<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.cncurc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/11932542.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>This isn\u2019t the sheer, body-baring look you might expect. Akers\u2019 version relies on texture that hugs close: a waist-nipping suede jacket paired with a flowing, asymmetrical skirt. The boots and jewelry add a Western flair to this unapologetically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/new-york-fashion-week-fall-winter-2025-trends\">autumnal look<\/a>. To recreate, pair earth-toned suede with other textured fabrics for a tactile tension, keeping in mind that the appeal is in the feel.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Neo-Prep\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.cncurc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/11932543.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>This is prep, undone. \u201cIt\u2019s really about the modern scholar \u2014 taking classic academic inspiration and making it feel contemporary and fresh,\u201d Akers says. For the Fall Lookbook, she\u2019s layering shirts two at a time and offsetting the polish with a slick leather bomber rather than a blazer. \u201cIt\u2019s a fun play on menswear,\u201d she adds, \u201cbut with a preppiness that feels deconstructed \u2014 less about a uniform and more about self-expression.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- Credits - Fashion --><\/p>\n<p>.credits{width:100%;max-width:960px;padding:80px 20px 80px;color:#54374C;margin:0 auto;text-align:center}.credits>p{font-family:’Roboto Mono’,monospace;font-size:.65rem;font-weight:400;line-height:1.55;text-transform:uppercase;text-align:center;margin:0 auto 20px}.credits a{color:#54374C;text-decoration:underline}<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"credits\">\n<p>CREDITS:<\/p>\n<p>\nChief Content Officer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/brookedevard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brooke DeVard<\/a>;<br \/>\nFeatured Artist: Stylist: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/zerinaakers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zerina Akers<\/a>;<br \/>\nPhotographer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stevensimione\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Steven Simione<\/a>;\n<\/p>\n<p>\nHair and Makeup: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/delastylist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alexis De La Isla<\/a>;<br \/>\nProducer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/alexamayrhodes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alexa Rhodes<\/a>;<br \/>\nLine Producer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/meganboal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Megan Boal<\/a>;<br \/>\nProduction Coordinator: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dawniemarie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dawnie Jefferson<\/a>;<br \/>\nProduction Assistant: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chelseatriana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chelsea Triana<\/a>;<br \/>\nArt Production Assistant: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/commesdespoissons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Charlotte Lethbridge<\/a>;\n<\/p>\n<p>\nPhotographer Assistant: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/marcoaroman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marco Roman<\/a>;<br \/>\nPhoto Retouching: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/daniele.iachella\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Daniele Iachella<\/a>;<br \/>\nStylist Assistant: Owen McQueeney;<br \/>\nHair and Makeup Assistant: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lisadempseymakeup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lisa Dempsey<\/a>;\n<\/p>\n<p>\nStylist Model: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ellensbyun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ellen Byun<\/a>;<br \/>\nStylist Model: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/amberljones__\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Amber Jones<\/a>;<br \/>\nStylist Model: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/brenna.monet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brenna Monet<\/a>;\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Credits - Fashion --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Like what you see? 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