There are few moments in the style calendar as telling—or as deliciously atmospheric—as Telluride in late August. With summer in gentle retreat and autumn’s promise whispering through cool mountain breezes, the air itself feels thick with fashion’s next chapter. Enter Emma Stone at the 2025 Telluride Film Festival (August 30): a walking, talking ode to modern fall layering, executed with the sort of textural confidence most A-listers spend seasons chasing.
Let’s begin where the eye inevitably lingers: that oversized brown suede shirt-jacket. It’s less an accessory, more a thesis statement. Luxuriously draped, enveloping Stone in a way that’s equal parts insouciant Parisian and nonchalant Aspen local, it embodies this season’s predilection for tactile, oversized outerwear (think Hermes pre-fall, or Saint Laurent’s 2024 menswear). If last year’s runways whispered about working brown and black together, Emma doesn’t just wear the trend—she obliterates tired “rules” by fusing chocolate suede with supple black leather pants so effortlessly one wonders why the palette was ever considered taboo.
The silhouette tells a deeper story: oversized but not shapeless, the jacket plays foil to sharp, high-waisted barrel leather trousers that speak to the current craving for 90s revival—but a version that knows its Paola Navone from its Versace. The textural interplay is sublime—matte suede vs. light-reflective leather, creating an urban armor with undeniable softness. Grouped together with a simple, subtly patterned black knit and those decadently pointed leather boots, Stone’s look lands in that hard-to-capture territory between red-carpet rehearsal and Parisian street—the elusive “I just threw this on” that fashion obsessives are forever pursuing.
Now, let’s talk accoutrements. The devil, as ever, is in the details: a pair of Persol Po3378S Loris sunglasses, their tortoiseshell frames casting just enough shade to punctuate Stone’s now-signature auburn-copper bob. Around her neck, the Sophie Buhai Elegant Shoelace choker in vegan leather—minimalist, just provocative enough to register as considered, but not contrived. Layered with delicate metallic necklaces, the effect is quietly luxurious, never ostentatious.
There’s something deeply autumnal—almost cinematic—about Stone’s vibe here: the relaxed stance, the subtle, unfussy makeup that lets her porcelain skin breathe, the flashes of soft peach at the lips and cheeks. It’s the difference between being dressed and being styled. Her short, softly waved hair, tousled to sun-dappled perfection, channels both 70s cinema and the contemporary cool of a woman who knows her angles—and doesn’t care if she’s caught off-guard by a street style photographer’s lens.
The real genius, however, lies in the cohesion. Every piece works in harmony: nothing is screaming, everything’s conversing. The brown suede brings the warmth, the black leather injects modernity—and those sunglasses tie the entire autumnal palette together, echoing the sunlit, leafy vibes of Telluride’s late summer streets. It is, quite simply, a lesson in luxurious, wearable layering—one that should be dissected by anyone looking to make the leap from summer breeziness to fall structure without falling into cliché.
As my friend and fellow front-row fixture, Sofia Bianchi, once remarked during Milan Fashion Week: “True style is about knowing which rule to break, and precisely how much.” Emma Stone at Telluride? Consider the lecture delivered, with extra credit for textural bravery and that whisper of rebellious French cool.
How to channel this look? It’s all about bold textures, layered neutrals, and statement accessories that cinch the aesthetic without overshadowing the wearer. But more crucially, it’s about intent—curating confidence, not costuming, and daring to step outside the narrow lanes of what’s expected.
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How to Channel Emma Stone’s 2025 Telluride Look
- Invest in Luxurious Textures
Reach for brown suede and black leather—together. Let them play off one another for instant autumnal appeal. - Embrace the Oversized Outer Layer
Choose a shirt-jacket or bomber that drapes with ease, prioritizing comfort without sacrificing structure. - Play with Accessories
Opt for statement sunglasses (preferably with a tortoiseshell flourish) and a minimalist choker to add edge. - Keep Hair and Makeup Relaxed
Aim for softly waved hair, minimal face makeup, and peachy hues for an effortless, fresh vibe. - Break the “Fashion Rules”
Mix neutrals fearlessly, because true style is about what feels right—not what’s in the manual.
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