Is It Drab Or Fab? Heres Your First Peek At Falls Gray-test Trend

Your very first intel on fall 2023 fashion trends has finally landed – and it’s dripping in what InStyle labels as the “groutfit.” What is a groutfit, you ask? Essentially, it’s an all-gray get-up that spares any sense of color. It may *sound* bland and boring, but gray has slowly crept its way to fame, affirmed by celebrity looks from J Law’s refreshed street style to red carpet sightings of Zendaya and Hailey Bieber. And though Barbie pink surely is pinkin’ this season (ahem, have you seen the near 30 Barbie collabs?), we have a hunch that the bubblegum hue will tire *real* quick.

Sure, Barbie pink is fun, feminine, and flirty, but gray can be worn with just as much boldness. It’s not quite clear whether the neutral shade’s resurgence for fall time is a consequence of the quiet luxury trend, a la Succession, or the rise of minimalism and capsule wardrobes – but whatever the cause, gray’s here to stay. After all, the hue is easy to wear and pair. The same can’t exactly be said for its popular pink counterpart. Practicality is *always* a win in our book, which is why we confidently back this new fall trend.

But if all the red carpet-ers and Paris Fashion Week-ers are wearing gray in an elevated way, how can you incorporate the look into your own wardrobe, accessibly? We’ve rounded up a handful of ready-to-wear pieces that let you tap into the trend without actually going all-out.

Get The Look: Jennifer Lawrence

jennifer lawrence at the "bread and roses" photocall at the 76th cannes film festival

This look from J Law at this year's Cannes Film Festival plays at chainmail fashion, flaunting a silvery, drapey maxi dress with gray undertones. The picks below reflect similar details for an approachable red carpet-inspired 'fit.

ASOS DESIGN Sleeveless Maxi Dress in Gray Heather

Repwcet Tiered Draping Maxi Dress in Light Grey

Lulus Stroll the Sand Sleeveless Halter Maxi Dress

Get The Look: Zendaya

Zendaya at the "dune: part two" promo presentation at CinemaCon

Zendaya's gray get-up presents a combination of both warm-toned and cool-toned grays to keep things lookin' fresh. We love the structured, workwear-like approach with grays here. It can be easily achieved with a wide-leg pant and formal vest combo using the styles below!

Djerf Avenue Favorite Pants

Express Button Front Tailored Blazer Vest

Extro & Vert Super Wide Leg Pants in Slate Pinstripe

Get The Look: Whitney Peak

Whitney Peak pulled up to Paris Fashion Week 2023 in this black and white multi-tiered dress that emits a gray look from afar – and we're simply obsessed. The piece is a prime example of why gray could *never* be boring (when worn right). To get a more laidback gray look, layer a thin black belt over the waist of a flowy dress, like the ones we've listed.

By Anthropologie The Katerina Lurex Button-Front Dress in Grey

Anthropologie Skinny Croc Belt

Altar'd State Stephanie Dress

Get The Look: Valentino Haute Couture

a model walking the runway at paris fashion week for the Valentino Haute Couture fall/winter 2023/2024 show

The Valentino Haute Couture Fall/Winter show for this year set some great gray precedents in its own way. Shown on this model is a gloomy gray hue, healthily balanced out by a lighter shade of the same color underneath. Since you're likely not down to sport a hooded garment around town, you can pull inspiration for your own ensemble and wear a light gray plunging tank under an oversized suit set.

AllSaints Aleida Tri Blazer

AllSaints Aleida Tri Pants

Intimately Keep It Sleek Bodysuit in Charcoal

Get The Look: Chanel Haute Couture

a model on the runway for the chanel haute couture show during paris fashion week 2023

Yes, you can translate this more avant-garde take on gray into a wearable everyday outfit. Simply take inspo from the frilly, silvery details from this Chanel Haute Couture look to a tank top, blouse, or dress. We've left some pieces for you to explore your up-and-coming gray wardrobe!