In autumn, the days get shorter and the nights get darker and longer – and colder too! However, do not be afraid! This article will guide you to look cool.
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Method 1 of 3: Choosing the Right Clothes
Step 1. Plan to wear layers of clothing
Temperatures will fluctuate violently in the fall. The morning will be cold, the afternoon will be hot, and the evening will feel cool again. If you work or go to school all day, you may not have time to change your clothes. The best way to adjust is to wear layered clothing, which you can take off when the day gets warmer.
Step 2. Wear a layered shirt
If you live in a place where the weather is cool in the fall, consider wearing a short or long-sleeved shirt; it can be worn under a cardigan, or over a lacy t-shirt. You can also wear a turtleneck and a button-up blouse or shirt. If you live in a place where the weather is warm, you can wear t-shirts and short-sleeved t-shirts. Here are some more ideas:
- Wear a lacy halter under a long-sleeved shirt with a wide neckline. The lace will peek through the neckline, giving you a feminine feel while keeping you warm.
- Wear a plaid shirt over a white t-shirt or short-sleeved shirt. For a classic fall feel, pair it with jeans and work boots.
- Consider layering a sweater or knitted skirt over a long-sleeved shirt and tights or leggings.
Step 3. Choose appropriate clothing
Autumn mornings and evenings are usually cool, while the afternoons are warm. Therefore, you are better off wearing something over your shirt that can be easily removed. Here are some suggestions:
- If you live where it's relatively warm in the fall, wear light coats, cardigans, and sweaters. Avoid anything that is too thick and hot.
- If you live where it's cold and wet in the fall, consider wearing a jacket or long raincoat. You can also wear thick coats, cardigans, and sweaters.
- A hooded jacket is suitable for any weather; because it can be easily tied around your waist when the weather gets too warm.
Step 4. Wear long pants and skirts
If you really want to wear a shorter skirt or pants, consider layering them with dark leggings or tights for a more stylish look. Jeans and loose-fitting trousers are perfect for fall. Here are some more ideas:
- If you're wearing tight jeans, you can tuck them into your boots.
- Pair a wool or tweed skirt with tights or plain dark leggings.
Step 5. Put on boots and sneakers
Autumn is the time to store your wedges, pumps, sandals and flip-flops. Instead, wear closed shoes, sneakers, and boots. Here are some more ideas:
- Wear something warm and comfortable like Ugg boots or other thick fur-lined boots.
- For cool, humid winters, opt for Doc Martens drill boots or war, military, or work boots.
- If you live in a place where the weather is warm in the fall, you can wear canvas shoes, such as Chuck Taylor, Toms, or Vans.
- You can also wear riding boots, knee-length boots, or stylish calf-high boots.
Step 6. Gather accessories for the warm weather
Accessories like scarves, hats, and gloves will not only keep you warm, but they'll also be easy to take off if the days get warmer. Here are some ideas:
- For hats, try wearing a newsboy hat, or a hat made of flannel or tweed.
- For a scarf, try something made of flannel in a plain or plaid pattern. Avoid wearing a woolen or knitted scarf, unless you live in a very cold climate.
- Gloves have a free choice. Consider wearing velvet or leather gloves. If you live in a warmer climate, try fingerless gloves.
Method 2 of 3: Choosing the Right Style
Step 1. Choose the right color
The weather will start to get chilly in the fall, so you should wear darker, neutral colors. Avoid light, bright colors like white, pastel, or neon. The colors that are most suitable for fall are:
- Dark colors, such as burgundy red, navy blue, and plum purple.
- Neutral colors like brown, gray and black.
- Soil colors, such as brown, dark brown, light brown, leaf green, dark green, and olive green.
- Warm colors like autumn leaves, such as beige, gold, bronze, crimson, and deep orange.
Step 2. Choose the right motif
There are motifs that are most associated with autumn more than any other. Fabrics with bright, cheerful prints full of tropical flowers (like hibiscus) will remind people more of summer or spring, and will look out of place on a cool, wet autumn day. The plaid and houndstooth print are perfect for fall; both seem somber and serene, and in harmony with the cool weather.
Consider using a dark floral print. An example of a dark flower is a motif that has a black, navy, plum purple, or burgundy background. Flowers that go well with autumn are roses, thistles, and pansies
Step 3. Choose the right fabric
You will want something to warm you up. Avoid linen, silk, and light cotton. Not only because they are too thin for fall, but also because they are associated with warmer weather. The most suitable fabric materials are:
- Leather, velvet and faux leather
- Flannel and wool
- Denim, corduroy and chambray
- Cotton
- Lace
Method 3 of 3: Dressing and Layering Clothes
Step 1. Try wearing boots with jeans
Both will keep you warm when the weather starts to cool. But remember that tight jeans look better tucked into boots, and wide-cut jeans look better outside of a pair of boots. Here are some more ideas:
- Pair tight jeans with a pair of black or brown knee-high riding boots. A white t-shirt worn under a plaid shirt completes your outfit.
- Wear wide cut jeans over work boots; avoid tucked into the boots, or you'll make them look too bulky. Pair it with a wide neck long sleeve t-shirt.
Step 2. Layer skirts and dresses with tights and leggings
If you can't part with your spirits and dresses for a season, then wear them with tights or dark leggings and a pair of boots for an effortless chic look.
Step 3. Take out your outerwear
Just because fall brings cooler weather doesn't mean you have to stock up on your breeches and short sleeves. You can still keep yourself warm while wearing your favorite t-shirt by pairing it with a well-fitted jacket or light cardigan. You can also pair it with a sweater or a light hooded jacket. Here are some more ideas:
- Cardigans are available in both long and short sizes. Consider wearing a long cardigan without buttons, and tying it around the waist with a wide waistband. Tight jeans and high boots will complete the style.
- Try a corduroy or tweed jacket. The texture will add a contrast to your outfit.
- If you live in a colder area, keep yourself warm by wearing a long coat or raincoat. If you live in a warm area, then try to find a jacket without upholstery.
Step 4. Layer your t-shirt
You can keep yourself warm on cold mornings by wearing a halter under a long-sleeved shirt or cardigan. When the day starts to warm up, you can take off your cardigan or outer layer. Here are some more ideas:
- Wear a lacy t-shirt or t-shirt in a matching color.
- If you live in an area with a colder climate, you can try wearing a breeches or short-sleeved tee under a turtleneck sweater.
- Pair the shirt with a knitted T-shirt. You can wear t-shirts, short-sleeved shirts, or long-sleeved shirts based on how warm or cool your area is. Layers of clothing will keep you warm in the morning, and you can take off your shirt when the day warms up.
Step 5. Merge and match
Autumn styles are contrasts: summer becomes winter, life becomes dead, and warm becomes cold. Consider pairing plain colors with patterned ones, light colors with dark colors, and incorporating textures. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Try pairing leather with lace. These two textures match because they are very different.
- Another way to combine and match texture is to wear a knitted boot hem with a pair of leather boots and plain colored leggings.
- Wear a dark t-shirt under a light-colored sweater.
- Mix and match prints, such as a red plaid shirt with a white undershirt, or a dark floral skirt with a black lace t-shirt.
- Pair a subtle boho blouse with tight jeans and a pair of boots. Tie the blouse around your waist with a silk scarf or a wide leather belt.
Tips
- Actually it all depends on one's personal style, so play around with your fashion choices and have fun!
- You can still wear your summer clothes; e.g. wearing shorts with tights, etc.
- If you wore last year's clothes and they don't fit anymore, try donating them or giving them to your friends.
