Editor’s Letter: Gaining Perspective

Accessories are a bit like Monet’s water lilies: The details can be impressive, but to gauge the total picture, you have to step back for a broader view. The message thus revealed this fall? There’s something for everyone, and while some trends at first may seem familiar, delightful differences permeate the collections.

Take the classic pump: It’s updated with the look of a loafer, or reinvented as the new stiletto. Suede returns but is paired with metals and trim, and also looks fresh in patchwork designs on heels. Embellishments such as fur and crystals continue to make shoes and bags fresh. And jewelry is having a moment: The must-have accessories for fall are bold and dramatic necklaces and cuffs.