Whenever I want to get a pulse on what is next in the designer shopping space, I turn to celebrity product sourcer Gab Waller. She is known throughout the fashion industry as one of the leading experts who is able to hunt down practically any impossible-to-find designer piece. As a billboard in L.A. read for gabwaller.com advertising her team’s services, “Sold out? Just ask Gab.” Because of her reputation in fashion, Waller is constantly flooded with requests about new-season pieces as well as pre-orders for recently-released collections.
Curious to find out which items Waller is betting on to be big from the F/W 24 collections, I asked her to weigh in to pinpoint exactly which pieces are investment-worthy for next season. Ahead, Gab Waller weighs in about the 6 designer shopping finds to add yourself to the pre-order list for. If you don’t want to wait until fall to add them to your closet, there are some current-season options to add to your cart.
Saint Laurent Sheer Skirt
“Following the overall trend of lingerie dressing, Saint Laurent led the charge with a sleek and seductive offering. I’m suggesting investing in the trend via one of this season’s sheer skirts.”
Shop alternatives for Saint Laurent’s fall skirt:
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Sheer Midi Skirt
ZARA
Silk Organza Skirt Limited Edition
Maison Margiela
Midi Skirt
mango
Semitransparent Knitted Skirt
Chloé Logo Chain Belt
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“Chemena Kamali’s appointment at Chloé has clients reenergized about the brand and this is already reflecting in our DMs. We expect the logo script belt in particular to be a sellout.”
Shop alternatives for Chloé’s fall belt:
ALAIA
Metallic Bumper Belt
TOM FORD
Cut-Out Leather & Brass Belt
Gucci
Chain Belt With Interlocking G Charm
Hermès Burgundy Leather Jacket
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“It’s no secret that red is the color of the season and the GW team is seeing it in all shades. Darker shades like burgundy and oxblood are tending to be more coveted. We love this luxurious coat in the color by Hermès.”
Shop alternatives for Hermès’s fall jacket:
Blazé Milano
Novalis Raisin Aseel Trench Coat
Alaïa Wrap Dress
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“Many designers showed waist accentuating pieces for Fall. We saw requests spike for this unique offering from Alaïa.”‘
Shop alternatives for Alaïa’s fall dress:
ALAÏA
Belted Leather-Trimmed Broderie Anglaise Cotton Midi Dress
Reformation
Tagliatelle Linen Dress
Gucci Over-the-Knee Boots
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“We saw quite a few over-the-knee boot styles walk the Fall Winter runways this season and are expecting this trend to take off with full force following the summer. The Gab Waller team is already seeing sourcing requests for the Gucci horsebit detail iteration.”
Shop alternatives for Gucci’s fall boots:
Massimo Dutti
Riding-Style Boots
TOTEME
Riding Leather Knee Boots
Madewell
The Drumgold Boot
Miu Miu Trench Coat
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“The trench coat is a timeless piece that we will definitely see at the forefront of fall/winter 2024 dressing. This variation from Miu Miu is a great update for those looking for a fresh update to the classic style.”
Shop alternatives for Miu Miu’s fall jacket:
Massimo Dutti
2-Layer Trench Coat
Reformation
Danni Oversized Trench
Burberry
Mid-Length Camden Heritage Car Coat in Honey – Women, Cotton Gabardine | Burberry® Official
ANINE BING
Randy Trench – Beige