Though suede season is just beginning for most, Gigi Hadid has been dedicating herself to the look for months. She got a head start all the way back in August, when she was photographed with a textured Liffner tote on her shoulder. Naturally, now that fall has officially begun, the star is going all-in on the luxe texture.
On Nov. 2, the supermodel debuted her first suede jacket of the season, signaling to fans across the nation that now's the time to follow suit. Though Hadid lives in rural Pennsylvania, where suede coats are considered a staple, she spent last weekend in California, celebrating her dad's birthday.
The supermodel joined her family at Giorgio Baldi, Rihanna's favorite Santa Monica hotspot in a surprisingly casual fall look. Hadid tucked a nostalgic Henley tee into a pair of wide-leg jeans.
L.A.'s forecast didn't call for any outerwear, but Hadid layered on a plain zip-up jacket regardless. It was nondescript in nature—save for the number's dark navy suede outer. The jacket came slightly oversize, as most of Hadid's coats are. It's a fall-friendly find for both the East and West Coast.
Gigi Hadid sat down for dinner at Giorgio Baldi wearing fall's suede jacket trend.
Hadid's accessories, on the other hand, were a New Yorker requirement. She went with the $2,800 Extra Pocket Mini Pouch by Loro Piana: an itty-bitty top-handle vanity bag.
To fit Giorgio Baldi's "smart casual" dress code, the model slipped on her tried-and-true leather loafers from Miu Miu. The footwear added a distinctly polished feel to the overall look.
Fall is still has yet to reach its peak, but already, Hadid is dominating the outerwear scene.
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Todd Snyder is still the outerwear brand to beat. For proof, shop this oversize jacket.
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If zip-ups are more your speed, follow Hadid's lead with this fitted navy number.
Alo Yoga is getting in on the sartorial conversation with this worthy submission.
Just imagine this DL1961 jacket with dark-wash jeans—a faux-Canadian tuxedo worth shopping.
Prefer wool over suede this time of year? This coat mirrors the look of Hadid's, but with a slightly warmer textile.
