New status symbols are taking over this fall. Here's what you'll see everywhere.

Maison Margiela; KHAITE; The Row; Getty Images; BI The fall fashion status symbols are loud and luxurious.

Think oversize tote bags and sunglasses that look like ski goggles.

If that's not your thing, there are also more subtle options — like $640 Khaite jeans.

Leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and fashion is expensive.

That's the 2026 fall season in a nutshell.

When it comes to the latter, you might notice a few trends from fashionable folks as we make our way through autumn.

Loud, luxurious pieces are at the forefront again.

Sunglasses are statement-makers, bags are bigger, and shoes are distinctive.

These are the fashion status symbols men and women are loving right now.

This fall, you'll see everyone carrying extra-oversized designer bags.

The large Margate bag from Burberry.

Edward Berthelot/Getty Images Apologies to anyone who purchased a Coach Brooklyn bag or a Chloé Paddington purse in recent years.

In 2026, we're going bigger.

Fashion houses like Bottega Veneta showcased massive totes on fall runways, and search interest in "oversize bags" is up more than 5,000% compared with this time last year, according to Google Trends.