Behind every great wardrobe is a well thought out plan. So, to help you prepare for the new season, let’s get a fall wardrobe essentials checklist together! After all, learning how to incorporate key pieces in our wardrobe will allow us to create several different styles. And once you’ve finalized your basics and go-to key pieces, you’ll ease into the fall season looking tres chic. Keep reading for the best jeans, sweaters, and layers you’ll want to wear all season long.
Fall Wardrobe Essentials Checklist
A Perfect Pair of Pants
First, you will want to include a great, flattering pair of pants. Reach for some dark high-waisted denim and some flattering faux leather leggings. You’ll want to wear them all fall and winter — and it’s wise to purchase a quality product that won’t lose shape. As for denim, you can dress up your denim with embellished sweaters, faux leather tops, suede button-downs, or a luxurious blouse.
Layer-Friendly Outerwear
Fall allows us the opportunity to wear jackets more for fashion rather than warmth. You can also have a little fun with outerwear before the chill of winter sets in. Be on the lookout for lightweight camel coats and tapered blazers. Blazers come in all shapes and they will be a fabulous addition to your fall wardrobe! A camel coat is a neutral topper that you can wear with anything from a black dress for evenings out, or with jeans and a flannel shirt for a trendier everyday look.
Cozy Sweaters
Gray and camel-colored sweaters are safe choices. However, you can also have fun with animal print, stripes, and the latest color-blocked versions. A comfortable sweater paired with leather leggings or dark denim is an easy go-to outfit. Something you can throw on and head out the door by layering underneath your blazer or camel coat.
An On-Trend Midi Dress
Having at least one midi dress in your closet will offer some variety with your fall style. I like dark patterns and have recently purchased this dress to wear for the upcoming season. Dark floral patterns, stripes, solids, and chambray versions offer excellent layering options. In fact, if you find a flattering wrap style, you can wear both as a dress or layer under a long-sleeved t-shirt and leggings.
A Well-Made Handbag
Invest in a well-made handbag it will last for years. With all that we need to carry around these days, sanitizer, cell phone, masks, etc., mid-sized bags are a sensible choice. Brightly colored bags are fun, but neutral and brown tones are more timeless and will take you through years of use. Also, opting for a timeless shape and shade will also allow you to have more fun with a detachable patterned purse strap. I have been having fun with this calf hair leopard purse strap. It’s detachable so you can swap it out to match your outfit.
These Fall Wardrobe Essentials will ease you into the new season with a current yet classic vibe. You’ll find they are a worth while purchase as they will become the foundation to your fall wardrobe for years to come.
Love your Instagram. I’m a follower. Kinda funny that I just saw this exact post on Prime Women. They have a great online magazine. Good tips either way.
Hello Pam,
Yes, that is my article! I have been writing for Prime Women for almost two years now. They are a great online Magazine. If you click on my name under the Prime Women Article you can see other fashion articles I’ve written for them. Also, thank you for following me on Instagram I really appreciate that 🙂
It was nice to hear from you,
Nancy
Nancy
All great basics! I’m loving all the camel you featured today. So classic!
Thank you! I feel that if you own good quality staples you can easily build your wardrobe around those and create different looks.
Enjoy Your Week!
Nancy
I am especially a big fan of layering. Living in Colorado, it could be 50 degrees in the morning and 80 degrees by noon. Thank you for addressing this for fall.
It took awhile for me to master the technique of layering but I’ve since learned that is what keeps me happy. I really dislike being cold.
Have a Wonderful Week,
Nancy
I love it all Nancy! I do have these things in my wardrobe, and particuraly love midi dresses! I bought one for Thanksgiving I am excited to wear Love the colors of this dress, and your pumpkin decor! I do want to try some high waisted denim.
Have a great day!
jess xx
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Hello Jess,
Thank you for reaching out to me. I agree midi dresses are one of my favorites on the list. I think that once you try the high waisted jeans that you just may get hooked. They really are comfortable.
Have a Wonderful Week,
Nancy
Great post and love the checklist. It’s interesting how fall seems to be the time of year we redo our wardrobe. Maybe it’s all these cozy options.
Hello Phyllis,
I agree its the cozy feel that gets us excited about transitioning our wardrobe. For me it’s also the fact that its not terribly cold and we can still enjoy the beautiful outdoors too!
My Best,
Nancy
You always find the best pieces, Nancy! Great fall basics. Love that J Crew blazer!
Thank you Gwen, Blazers work magic don’t they 🙂
Everything is just so good and I love that these are classics! Love this post! Xx
Thank you for visiting my blog post Lucy. You are so right these timeless classics are a worthwhile investment. They are pieces of we will never get tired of. I’m taking this as a true compliment coming from some one with your expertise.
Regards,
Nancy