For the past two years, my now 19-year-old brother has asked for the same thing for his birthday—an Abercrombie gift card. (I've tried to get him something else, but that's simply what he wants.) Now considering those in his age group were toddlers when the brand was popular the first time around, it's safe to say that the majority of Gen Z is falling for Abercrombie for the first time, and they're falling hard. And for those older Gen Z-ers like myself, we find ourselves facing a much chicer and elevated version of a brand that looks nothing like what we shopped in the 2000s.
My TikTok algorithm has been sending Abercrombie hauls my way, and my interest has finally been piqued. I tried on a few of the brand's new arrivals recently, and after being thoroughly impressed with the quality, I've put together 8 fall/winter-ready outfits from the brand. While Gen Z may be happily repeating some fashion mistakes (you live and you learn), they're also making some smart shopping decisions, and Abercrombie is one of them. Even if you're not part of Gen Z, the classic pieces below are ones you'll want to add to your shopping cart.
When you have a coat that's as chic as this, it doesn't matter how simple the pieces underneath are. While this coat would look great with black trousers, a brown pair will add more interest to the look without being a distraction from the coat.
Instead of tucking an oversize sweater into jeans like usual, switch things up with a denim skirt instead. It'll make it seem like you put a lot more effort into your look, especially with a pair of tall boots.
Take notes from the French fashion set and add a lady jacket to your wardrobe. Even with a simple tank and jeans, you'll look extremely polished. The cropped and structured fit of the jacket is a great juxtaposition to the relaxed fit of the denim.
Trench coats make everything look good, even sweatpants. They may be seen as a sign of "giving" up, but when it's styled like this, I'll gladly wear them with pride.
Now that fall is here, it's time to bring out the cozy cable-knit sweaters. (Channel your inner Rory Gilmore, people!)
You can easily wear this floral set in the warmer months, but with a leather blazer and heeled boots it makes for the ideal going out outfit for fall.
If you're going out for a night out, your coat doesn't have to ruin your outfit. With this wool-blend blanket coat, it'll actually make it even better.
