Following trends can be exhausting, especially when they ask for yet another “add to cart” moment. But this fall, the fashion gods are offering a reprieve: instead of investing in a completely new wardrobe, it’s all about improving what you already have with smart, considered styling tricks. Get to know the turtleneckthe stealthhero of autumn and the sleekest way to show that you know exactly what season it is without saying a word.
Think of it as the quiet cousin of last year’s oversized bomber jacket or shearling coat – it doesn’t shout, it whispers with just a whisper. simple upturned collar.
The funnel neck is a hit this fall
On the Fall/Winter 2025 runways, designers from New York to Paris doubled down on the minimalist, combined modernity of the silhouette. At Proenza Schouler, sturdy leather turtlenecks were styled with supple corduroy trousers, a study in contrasts. Miu Miu capitalized on it by wearing slim half-zip polos under cropped tops with funnel collarwhile The Row perfected the art of sneaky wealth with woolen versions so pristine they felt sculpted.
Even at Balenciaga, where drama usually predominates, the high necklines an almost monastic discipline in exaggerated tailoring. Outside the catwalk, the jacket has already become an integral part of street fashion – zipped high against the early cold or worn slightly open for a casual fold. Editors love the subtle armor it provides: sharp enough to reframe the face, soft enough to wear under trench coats or wool coats when winter really bites.
Funnel collar jackets are the highlight of every autumn outfit collection this year. Again, all you have to do is turn up your collar for an effortless version of the trend. But if you’re looking for ways to perfect the moment, there are a number of button options to get the round shape just right. Check out all our favorite finds below.
