It’s time to start preparing for winter and fall by swapping out your spring and summer pieces for items that are more appropriate for the season. No matter what your personal style is, you can find creative ways to work these trends into your wardrobe so you can dress to impress, whether you’re hosting a Zoom holiday party or enjoying a socially distanced picnic under the color-changing trees with friends.
To help you get started with your fall and winter wardrobe, consider incorporating some of these essentials:
Bold Chokers
With the resurgence of 90s and alternative trends, bold chokers are going to be a staple for fall and winter 2020. Much like men’s luxury watches, thick chokers will be the must-have piece that can perfectly accessorize virtually any outfit. If you’re going to invest in one or two chokers that will last you the entire season, consider whether gold or silver will complement your wardrobe based on the pieces you’ve already bought.
Fuzzy Cardigans & Sweaters
Soft, cozy, and fashionable, fuzzy cardigans and sweaters are going to be a staple this fall and winter. These sweet and delicate sweaters can be worn with a pair of fuzzy shorts as part of a set, top off a simple white top and jeans, or even bring contrast to an alternative style like an all-black ensemble with chunky boots.
Chain Accessories
Chains have come back in a big way. From adding a chain to your mask to achieve a more chic look while helping protect others to accessorizing your outfit with a bold chain necklace, there are so many ways to utilize this statement piece in your winter wardrobe. Purses with chunky chain embellishments and straps are also a great way to tie this trend into your everyday style.
Wide-Legged Trousers
Wide-legged trousers are a sophisticated take on the baggier pant styles we’ve been seeing over the last year. For a more tailored look that’s well suited for the coats and sweaters you’ll be pairing them with, we recommend tucking them into your boots. For a more high-fashion look, opt for wide-legged trousers in neutral tones. If you want to create a streetwear look, combine black trousers with a chunky combat-style boot. To avoid looking dragged down, you want to avoid going too baggy with other aspects of your outfit. For example, wear a tucked in blouse or plain t-shirt with a fitted jacket for a sleek yet stylish appearance.
Brown, Beige, & Cream Boots
As usual, brown and cream tones are in for fall. That said, we’re not talking about your classic knee-high suede boots. This year it’s about pushing the envelope with eye-catching slouchy boots in neutral tones or daring boots that pair a chunky platform heel with a suede top. Depending on your preferred palette, you can work this trend in with a pair of off-white, beige, tawny, or dark brown boots. Invest in a brand like Dr. Marten’s that will last through the rain and other harsh aspects of the season.
Long Fringe
Cowboy chic has taken over 2020, from boots and hats to the long fringe trend we’re seeing on runways. One of the major ways you’ll see this aesthetic carry over to fall and winter is long fringe. From jackets to boots, you’ll see long fringe embellishments on a variety of clothing and footwear pieces that you can work into your wardrobe. To take this look from the runway into wearable fashion, invest in a pair of brown or black boots or a statement jacket that you can pair with tops you already have.
Silk Scarves
One of the big trends we saw over the summer is using women’s silk scarves as tops and accessories, and that trend is likely to continue into fall and winter. While it’ll be too chill to create your own DIY scarf tube top, you can use silk scarves in your hair, tied around your purse, or draped around your neck and tucked into the neck of your coat. While neon and light colors were perfect for your summer style, find silk scarves with jewel tones, neutrals, and fiery reds or oranges for fall outfits that are on trend. Add a colorful eyeshadow look that ties into the same color tones to draw attention to your scarf and make it the focal point of your look.
Take these ideas as inspiration and figure out how to make them your own so you can strut the leaf-covered sidewalks in style.