Fashion Toughen Up with the Utilitarian Trend This Fall By Alison Syrett Cleary Updated on August 30, 2016 @ 04:45PM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy File this under things that only better with time: utilitarian clothes. The look, which has been consistently popping up in collections for nearly three years now (see, in particular, Balmain's fatigue heavy offerings for fall 2014, and the cargo-craziness throughout Marc Jacobs' spring 2015 range), continued to evolve on the runways last February with a strong showing of workwear fabrics, camo colors, and army surplus-inspired silhouettes. Phillip Lim, for starters, offset rich touches of velvet and lurex in his autumn line with performance materials—think nylon and canvas—in muted olive and khaki; over in Milan, designers Consuelo Castiglioni (of Marni) and Miuccia Prada, both put out updated versions of the classic military coat. We'd argue however, the pièce de résistance was a repeat performance: Vetements' wildly popular aviator bomber, made from vintage iterations, and recut by popular demand. On the paparazzi circuit, we've caught no-last-name-needed It girls Kendall and Gigi layering baggy air force jackets over varying combinations of crop tops and high-rise denim, and applauded Selena Gomez for deftly offsetting her slouchy jumpsuits with ladylike heels. And Rihanna (as with all things fashion) took boldly took the trend to a new level by cinching the waist of her trench-inspired VMAs gown with a fraying grommet belt. Now, it's time to put your own spin on the style—get started with the 25 perfect pieces below. 01 of 25 Burberry Jacket Courtesy Buy Now With the help of brassy hardware and a snuggly fur collar, not your average army jacket. 02 of 25 Krewe du Optic glasses Courtesy Buy Now Give your shade game a model off-duty update. 03 of 25 Fjällräven Kånken backpack Courtesy Buy Now What to carry when you're going straight from a Saturday AM barre class to brunch. 04 of 25 RUPERT SANDERSON Boots Courtesy Buy Now Skip the floral babydoll dress! A more refined silhouette, such as tapered black trousers, offers a less expected (and more sophisticated) way to offset charmingly chunky soles. 05 of 25 Shinola watch Courtesy Buy Now Just one more example of why menswear watches are where it's at. 06 of 25 Saint Laurent glasses Courtesy Buy Now Aviator frames to wear with—what else?!—your aviator bomber. 07 of 25 OFF-WHITE Sweater Courtesy Buy Now The snuggliest way to do camo? On slouchy wool crewneck. 08 of 25 Gucci Necklace Courtesy Buy Now A elevated take on the humble dog tag necklace: high shine silver plates engraved with luxe logos. 09 of 25 Filson jacket Courtesy Buy Now When it gets even colder, try layering a turtleneck and buttoned up army jacket beneath. 10 of 25 Chloe Bag Courtesy Buy Now Doubly worth it because you'll be hitting on the brown accessories trend, too. 11 of 25 MZ Wallace Tote Courtesy Buy Now So much better than that ratty old Ithaca is Gorges tote you've been using for the gym. 12 of 25 TIM COPPENS Jacket Courtesy Buy Now Wear it like you would a leather moto: over everything. 13 of 25 Topshop jacket Courtesy Buy Now All grit and glamour of Vetements' signature version, for a high street price. 14 of 25 ROSIE ASSOULIN Pants Courtesy Buy Now Avoid revisiting your "sk8r gurl" phase by keeping the rest of the look sleek and sophisticated—a fitted long sleeve bodysuit and gold earrings should do the trick. 15 of 25 Tibi pants Courtesy Buy Now One little strap, major swagger. 16 of 25 Topshop boots Courtesy Buy Now For a fresh take on monochromatic dressing, mix with pieces in similar shades of beige and sand. 17 of 25 J. Crew jacket Courtesy Buy Now Even better with a high-rise denim skirt and hiker boots. 18 of 25 EUGENIA KIM Hat Courtesy Buy Now Very Lou Doillon running errands in Marais, non? 19 of 25 H&M Parka Courtesy Buy Now Because why wouldn't you take advantage of the rare season that parkas are actually cool? 20 of 25 Jesse Kamm Pants Courtesy Buy Now A striking way switch up that same jeans and sweater combo you've worn for, like, five days straight. 21 of 25 Marni Jacket Courtesy Buy Now Solid (green!) proof that you don't need bright colors or crazy prints to stand out in cold weather. 22 of 25 Zara Jacket Courtesy Buy Now Both playful and practical, such a fun way to elevate off-duty attire. 23 of 25 Eddie Borgo Ring Courtesy Buy Now If you want to layer with other rings, stick with similarly sleek and simple designs. 24 of 25 Gap Jumpsuit Courtesy Buy Now All that's missing are white sneakers and red lips. 25 of 25 GIVENCHY Watch Courtesy Buy Now Luxe but laid-back, subtle yet special, and chic in an effortless way, a watch that strikes all the right balances. Updated by Taylor Reagan