How to Be Fashionable in Fall

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Fall is a versatile season for fashion. The weather starts getting cooler, making heavier-knit fabrics, boots, and chunky accessories in vogue. The occasional mix of warmer weather also makes lighter clothing appropriate, as well. To be fashionable in the fall, stick with an autumn color scheme and wear clothing that seems sensible for whatever the weather is outside.

Playing with Fall Colors

  1. Consider the seasons natural color scheme. Autumn is most notable for the way the trees change color and shed their leaves. Form your color palette off the natural color palette by opting for colors associated with this process. Think reds, oranges, yellows, browns, and deep burgundy-violets.
  2. Look for the year's "in" colors. While fashionable autumn colors usually stay within the same general palette, each year comes with its own list of colors that are considered especially stylish. For instance, in 2011, burnt olive, coral, burgundy, teal, and coffee were among the most fashionable choices. Research the season's "in" colors a few months before the start of autumn to get a good idea of what colors to look for.
  3. Go with deeper shades for a warmer look. Deeper shades, like chocolate brown or burgundy, create a warm, “cozy” feeling ideal for the cooling weather. To maximize this effect, opt for colors generally associated with the warm side of the color spectrum, like reds, over colors found on the cool end, like blues.
  4. Stick with lighter shades for a more feminine look. Darker, deeper colors work great for the fall, but they also create a heavier appearance. If you want a lighter, more feminine look, stick with brighter fall palette options like gold or coral.
  5. Think flannel. You do not need to stick with the traditional red and black “lumberjack” look. Flannel print is available in a wide variety of patterns, colors, and fabrics. This pattern is naturally associated with cooler weather, though, making fall the perfect time to start breaking out your flannel print pieces.
  6. Avoid too many pastels. Pastel shades tend to be associated with warmer seasons, especially spring. You can use a few pastel colors, but try to avoid too many in one outfit.

Choosing the Right Top

  1. Introduce heavier materials into your wardrobe. Think heavy-knit cottons, wools, cashmere, and traditional flannel fabric, among others. Stay away from sheer, flimsy materials, especially as the weather gets cooler. Heavy materials will keep you warmer, and they also look more appropriate than light materials.
  2. Wear more sweaters. Sweaters scream fall and winter. Lighter sweaters with standard or low necklines work especially well for fall, when the weather is chilly yet not quite frigid.
  3. Layer your shirts. Wear tank tops and camisoles underneath low-cut blouses and vests over long-sleeve t-shirts. Layers keep you warmer and give your style more versatility.
  4. Choose a comfortable sleeve length. Dress according to the temperature. During early fall, while the weather is still somewhat warm, stick with short sleeves or three-quarter-length sleeves. Move onto long sleeves once the weather gets chillier. Fall fashions include a broad range of sleeve lengths, so wear whatever makes sense on a day-to-day basis.
  5. Consider higher necklines. Standard and low necklines may work during early autumn, but once the weather starts turning colder, branch into higher necklines. Think turtlenecks and cowl-necks.

Selecting a Fashion Jacket

  1. Go for a mix of style and warmth. Fall is a great time to play with fashionable jackets and coats. The weather is often just cold enough to warrant wearing one, but not so cold that you have to bundle up in the heavy, frumpy coats associated with winter.
  2. Consider a fitted pea coat. Pea coats are often made of wool and have a button-down front. They come in a variety of colors, ranging from black to red to olive green.
  3. Look for bomber jackets or military jackets. These jackets create a slightly more masculine image. They look heavy and insulated, but many are still light enough to work well for fluctuating autumn weather.
  4. Wear a fitted hoodie on casual days. If you plan on keeping your look casual for the day, consider a hooded sweatshirt. Opt for fitted styles with a zipper front over pull-over types that have a tendency to look oversized and frumpy.
  5. Try leather. Leather jackets come in a number of styles, from heavy and masculine to sleek and sexy. These pieces are also long-lasting and timeless, so you can often wear them year after year.
  6. Consider a cardigan for warmer days. On a warmer day with little wind, you may not need anything more than a feminine cardigan to keep you warm. Choose darker colors that look more fall-appropriate over white and pastel, which are generally associated with spring.

Choosing Bottoms

  1. Try on dark wash jeans. Lighter washes may also work, but dark wash works especially well with the richer color scheme of autumn. Dark wash jeans also have a tendency to make the wearer look slimmer.
  2. Look at other heavy materials, like corduroy. Heavy materials are associated with cold weather, even in pants. Heavy corduroys may not work well in spring and summer, but they look great in fall and winter.
  3. Consider a knee-length skirt or dress. You can wear one while the weather is still warm, or you can even wear one once the weather gets chillier. Knee-length skirts are classic and can be made to work year round.
  4. Keep your legs warm with leggings, nylons, and knee-high socks. This is especially true if you decide to wear a knee-length skirt or a maxi-skirt that exposes part of your calf. Leggings and knee-high socks can look very chic when worn beneath a skirt during cooler weather.

Finding the Right Footwear

  1. Consider a classic fashion boot. Fashion boots come in a variety of heel thicknesses, heel heights, and boot heights. A boot that extends just above your ankle looks classic and works well with both pants and skirts. A narrow heel with a little height also has a timeless, versatile appeal.
  2. Choose a tall boot for skirts, dresses, and leg-hugging pants. Knee-high boots and boots that extend past the knee work best for outfits that permit them to be seen. Wear them with skirts or over skinny jeans.
  3. Get away with a chunkier heel. Chunky heels have a heavy look to them, but coordinate well with heavier fall clothing like corduroy pants or sweaters.
  4. Wear your favorite heels or flats. Boots may be a highly fashionable autumn item, but heels and flats still work well for fall. These styles transcend the season.
  5. Avoid sandals. Sandals call to mind the warmer seasons of spring and summer. They often clash with many of the materials associate with fall clothing.

Accessorizing with Warmth

  1. Try a fashion scarf. A trendy scarf wrapped around your neck looks chic while protecting you against any chilly autumn breezes.
  2. Wear a fashion hat. There are many styles to choose from, including bucket hats, newsboy caps, and fedoras. Try on a few different styles until you find one that compliments the shape of your face. Once you find a style that works for you, look for one made of a heavier material, like wool or tweed.
  3. Carry a big bag. Small purses with dainty straps work better in the warmer seasons. Large shoulder bags with chunky straps look especially stylish in the fall and winter, since they coordinate more effectively with heavier knit clothing and boots.
  4. Think gold tone jewelry. Gold tones are warmer than silver tones and match better with the browns, reds, and oranges commonly associated with fall.
  5. Wear jewelry that uses other trendy autumn colors. Look for necklaces with big, chunky beads in coral, red, or dark olive green. Consider chunky dangle bracelets in dark brown or orange. Jewelry can be used to add a splash of color to any outfit, regardless of the season.

Tips

  • Find out if fur is in season. Many years it is, but other years it isn't. Fur trim or fake fur trim can be worn on jackets, boots, and hats.
  • Avoid overwhelming your figure with too much bulky clothing. Heavy fabrics and chunky accessories may be in season, but you should avoid anything that looks loose or frumpy. Opt for tailored pieces that flatter your figure, even when buying for warmth.
  • Find out what the fashion trend of the year is. That might help you with the clothes that you need!

Things You’ll Need

  • Tops
  • Jackets
  • Pants
  • Skirts
  • Boots
  • Heels
  • Flats
  • Scarves
  • Hats
  • Jewelry
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