Fall is finally here! There’s something about the change from summer to fall that invites a more considered way of dressing. It has a lot to do with the sheer fact you literally add more layers (for warmth) that can create more texture and depth to a look. I’m totally here for it and wanted to give you a handful of ways to make your outfits look and feel more complete.
Swap sandals or even ballet flats and sneakers for a closed-toe shoe with a heel.
The closed toe is a practical choice for cooler temps and also skews more dressy. A kitten to full 2-3 inch heel ups the ante, up-leveling any look. My go-to this fall is the pointed toe mule with a kitten heel. You can layer these with an ankle sock (a la Prada runway style) for a modern take. I also love a suede sock boot.
Add a collar.
You can add a collared shirt, sweater or vest- they all accomplish the same task of adding a little polish to your outfit. I’m obsessed with this blue shirt from With Nothing Underneath. The peak-a-boo blue collar adds the ‘of the moment’ blue to your outfit without looking like you tried to hard.
Cinch it in with a belt.
I feel like we got away from wearing belts (or at least I did) for the past few years, but it’s coming back, and a sure fire way to make your outfit look more considered and complete. You don’t need to match your belt to your shoes or your bag (that rule is definitely outdated), and it’s okay if the gold hardware on your belt doesn’t match your silver earrings. There are new rules for this old standby. One belt that made it’s way into my regular rotation is the Bottega knot belt. It is so classy and yet interesting and different. I wear it with pretty much everything.
When in doubt, add a layer.
I don’t know if it’s the stylist in me, but I honestly feel like every outfit looks better with a jacket. Or a vest. Or a shacket. You get the point. It may have to do with the vertical lines of an open layer that I like, but either way, it’s a great way to add texture, color and shape your silhouette. This bomber jacket is a sleeper that I just keep finding ways to wear and it instantly makes me feel cooler.
Tie one one.
A scarf is an easy and effective way to upgrade your outfit. From the silk square to a thin tie, to an oversized mini blanket- they all add something special. I don’t know if it’s because I am getting older and feel more comfortable in my age, but somehow in this season in my life, a scarf feels like the right addition to an outfit so much of the time. It’s incredible how such a small item can have such a big impact. My husband bought me an Hermes scarf and it is a generational piece that will live on for decades to come.
In this week’s Stylecast I share each of these tips in an outfit so you can see how to upgrade your fall fits with some simple tweaks. As always, everything is linked here. Have a beautiful week, my lovelies! xx Greta