Dakota Johnson Capes up in Fall’s Chicest Outerwear Trend

Dakota Johnson has a well-known affinity for sheer styles, but this time around, she showcased her knack for sleek minimalism at the Zurich Film Festival. Her latest ensemble embodied one of this fall’s most sophisticated trends.

Styled by the talented Kate Young, Johnson graced the stage in a striking outfit that included look 39 from Maximilian Davis’s Ferragamo fall 2025 collection. She paired a luxurious steel gray sweater made from a draped, silky fabric, complemented by a chic black silk cape and a tailored black mini skirt. The look was completed with dazzling silver drop earrings, sheer black tights, and edgy platform boots by Saint Laurent.

This season, capes—along with stoles, ponchos, and pashminas—are making a strong comeback, gracing the fall 2025 runways. At Chloé, the style is bohemian, featuring cream tones, ruffles, and fluid fabrics. Similar styles can be found at Calvin Klein, Burberry, and Bottega Veneta, showcasing scarf coats and intricately draped outerwear. Celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence have been spotted in a chic, furry midnight blue stole paired with casual attire. Meanwhile, Kendall Jenner wowed in a remarkable leather jacket with a cape-like overlay by Phoebe Philo. For vintage enthusiasts, brands like Hermès offer a treasure trove of stunning capes.

During her appearance at the Zurich Film Festival, Dakota received the prestigious Golden Eye Award while introducing her latest film, Splitsville. On the first night of festivities, she donned an electrifying custom Gucci dress with a sheer embroidered upper and a fashionable drop waist. With a voluminous skirt and long sleeves, this look serves as a timely update to the ongoing sheer dress trend—one that continues to influence the fashion world, thanks to icons like Dakota Johnson and Margot Robbie.