These 6 Fall Running Fashion Trends Surprised Us

Published October 16, 2023 10:25AM

To fully embrace fall requires that we reengage with the neglected parts of our closet. Heavier coats. Rain boots. Beanies. Wool socks. These cooler temperatures and shorter days invite us to discover the art of layering again, too, and that requires clothing choices that extend to all parts of life—from going out on the town to our running life.

Now that we’ve officially made it to autumn, our team poked around to locate new trends and fall-inflected running gear so that you don’t have to. And what we found surprised us.

We found rugby-inflected threads. We found hand-dyed hoodies. We found exciting new brand collaborations. We found tops and bottoms that meet a season of long shadows and fickle weather. As we know, fall days can be golden-warm while others—depending on where you live—can bring snow flurries.

With that in mind, here are five new fall running fashion pieces to check out and add to your autumnal arsenal.

The most recent collaboration between Puma and Ciele includes a cream and crimson palette with everything from shoes to accessories to clothes. One of our favorites in the collection are these trackpants. They are made with a combo of rainCELL and dryCELL—Puma’s wind and water resistance materials—and they are light, breathable, and flexible, perfect for those blustery, misty fall days, These tapered pants work just as great on a warmup as the days you’re putting in serious mileage.

Vuori is known for their incredibly soft fabrics and elevated activewear styles. This pair of joggers is really a do-it-all pant. Comfortable enough for lounging and durable enough for running, hiking, and yoga, these stylish bottoms are as versatile as they are cute. It has a super-high waistband with a tie that helps keep them snug and slip-free. They are also a close fit without being a true legging, so they won’t have extra fabric to get in the way, but the looser fit is also comfy and not constricting.

Not only does this jacket have a sleek and modern design, but it is also fully windproof and water resistant, which makes it a great choice for unpleasant weather. Super lightweight, it is also packable, and it fits into its own front pocket. This also has a pullover design which helps to keep water and air from slipping through a front zipper. While not oversized, it does hit below the hips, which helps keep out inclement weather and trap warmth where you need it most.

Every fall running wardrobe needs a solid long sleeve. If you only have one, make it this one by Janji. It has flatlock seaming to prevent chafing and a raglan sleeve to allow for full range of motion. The material is highly breathable and super quick-drying, and it is cling-resistant even when wet. The material also offers 25 SPF protection and has a reflective Janji watermark on the front which helps keep you visible when running in low light.

While this may look more like something you would wear to a pumpkin patch than a run, it actually is designed to hold up on your longest runs. Inspired by the classic rugby shirt, this has a classic silhouette with a waffle texture. It is made with a merino wool blend which makes it moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating, a preventative to getting too hot or too cold. The waffle design is as much function as it is fashion—the textile pattern allows for air to pass through and keeps it breathable. Available in men’s and women’s styles.

This set is designed more for after the run than during. It is part of a limited collection by Ibex that is hand-dyed with natural dyes, and it is made from a blend of merino wool and cotton to give you a super plush, breathable sweat set. Because these pieces are hand-dyed, no two will be the same, so you are investing in a one of a kind piece. Because of the dying process, they run a tad small, so Ibex suggests you size up if you are unsure of fit.