How to Dress for Autumn? 🍂👗

Autumn is here and are you looking for some stylish outfits for the season? Would you like to find examples of looks that match your style and can be worn everyday?

You’ve come to the right place.

As a fashion enthusiast, autumn is truly an inspiration for me to create outfits that are warm, stylish, and comfortable.

That's why today, I’m sharing a comprehensive guide for this season, complete with outfit examples and practical tips.

The colours of clothing we wear in autumn reflect nature: brown, burgundy, earthy tones, beige, and cream... This season brings back warm and comfortable outfits. For dressing in autumn, I recommend opting for natural materials like wool, cotton, and leather. You can layer up with oversized clothing: sweaters, coats, or wear your dresses and skirts with colourful tights. Don’t hesitate to personalise your outfits with a bright top or shoes, or add a floral coat or accessories with classic prints like polka dots, tartan, or checks.

Want to learn more? Keep reading to find out:

• What is the autumn colour palette,
• What materials to prioritise,
• How to stay warm while looking stylish,
• Some outfit examples for all styles and body shapes,
• Ideas for accessories to complete your look!

What Colours to Wear in Autumn?

Autumn is a season of change: plants adorn themselves with stunning colours and temperatures drop. For many, it’s a chance for a fresh start: school term, a new job, moving house… All these changes can inspire one to reinvent their style and refresh their wardrobe a bit.

As such, autumn outfits bring to mind the atmosphere and hues of the season. They are characterised by warm tones (burgundy, brown, etc.) contrasted with natural colours (beige, off-white, etc.). As winter approaches, white, grey, or blue, which are cooler tones, can also make their way back into your wardrobe.

5 Tips to Look Stylish and Feel Comfortable This Autumn

If you’re wondering what to wear during autumn, this guide is for you! I’ll share the essentials for putting together an outfit that suits this season perfectly!

Opt for Natural Materials

After the summer, our bodies aren’t used to the cold temperatures anymore. So, when they come back, it’s important to keep ourselves warm with cozy clothing. With comforting and snug outfits, autumn fashion focuses on comfort and softness.

To achieve this effect, I recommend choosing natural materials like cotton or wool. Brown natural leather is also a great choice to protect you from the elements and goes really well with the autumn colour palette.

Layering Your Outfits

One tip to keep warm is to ensure that you shield your skin from cold drafts: I recommend layering your clothing without hesitation.

For example, you can wear over-the-knee socks over your tights with a pair of boots. Cardigans and sweaters are great allies to keep you warm under your jacket.

Dare to Go with Bright Colours

To fight off the little blues that come with the end of sunny days, don’t hesitate to brighten up your outfit with a vibrant colour that will perk you up. You might opt for a warm shade, like bright red or mustard yellow, which will pair perfectly with brown and natural tones. However, you can also dare to go for contrasts with teal or even pink!

Wear Oversized Clothes

This type of cut is perfect for staying warm while looking stylish in autumn. Loose sweaters and coats allow you to layer multiple pieces underneath while maintaining their shape, as they are designed specifically for this purpose.

👉 Wondering what to wear with an oversized sweater? Check out our article on the topic, where we share fashion tips and plenty of inspiring outfit ideas!

Brighten Up Your Outfits with Patterns or Prints

It's often mistakenly believed that prints are only for summer outfits, but that's not true! Autumn is actually the perfect season to proudly wear clothes with patterns. If you prefer a classic style, you might opt for timeless prints like checks or polka dots.

But you can also dare to wear floral or animal patterns, whether they’re colourful or not, to make your outfit truly your own and to create a style that really reflects who you are!

Leopard print, for instance, reflects the autumn hues while reminiscent of the fur of this majestic animal, creating a warm feeling. It’s a perfect fit for the autumn style!

Floral prints are great for adding a bohemian touch to your outfit and making it stand out. Also, don’t forget about tartan patterns, which pair beautifully with the autumn style.

Check Out Our Autumn Outfit Ideas

No matter your fashion preferences, there's definitely a way to dress that suits you! In the following paragraphs, I'll share some autumn outfit ideas: you can recreate them, make them your own, or use them as inspiration to find your unique style!

Monochromatic with Autumn Hues for a Bohemian Look

Whether it's a dress, a skirt, or even a top, bohemian clothing is known for its comfort and natural vibe. These pieces are loose and comfy, and by layering them, you can put together warm outfits.

With a boho long dress or skirt, you can pair it with natural leather boots and a long kimono jacket, allowing you to create a look that is both unique and stylishly ethnic.

To style your bohemian outfits, don’t hesitate to wear them with a wide belt, which will accentuate your waist and balance your silhouette.

👉 Wondering how to style a long bohemian dress when it's cold? I’ve put together a complete guide on this topic, where you’ll find tips on picking the perfect jacket and shoes to complement your dress.

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Stay Radiant with Light Colours and a Chic Style

Do you prefer lighter shades over the warm colours that fill nature in autumn? This season, you can also choose a stylish outfit by pairing different light tones such as white and beige. However, to balance your look, I recommend adding some subtle contrasts with dark, grey, black, or camel details. This type of palette is perfect for women with lighter hair or those with a slightly tanned complexion: it’s actually an ideal technique to highlight the last remnants of your summer tan!

Jeans: A Reliable Choice for Those Who Love Casual Fashion

To start the new term with confidence, nothing beats turning to some timeless staples. The quintessential classic is undoubtedly the jeans, which pair well with most colors, keep you warm, and match perfectly with cotton or wool.

In recent years, the trend has been towards boyfriend or mom jeans, which are slightly loose and look good on most tall figures.

If you love the boho style, you can also go for a flare jean, or flared pants, which will add a hippie vibe to your outfit!

The Fur Coat: A Stylish Jacket to Keep You Warm!

For a cozy and romantic autumn look, you can opt for a synthetic fur jacket or a chunky wool one. This type of jacket pairs perfectly with pastel and bright shades. It also goes well with a pair of jeans to complete your everyday outfit.

If you’re petite, it's better to opt for a jacket that’s relatively short, finishing above your hips to highlight your silhouette. If you’re a bit curvy, mid-length jackets that flare slightly will be perfect for flattering your figure.

What accessories to wear this autumn?

Accessories are more than just a name: jewelry, shoes, bags, and hats are what define your style. They allow you to customize classic outfits daily, express your taste, and create unique looks!

Tights for Staying Warm

With the return of slightly cooler days, it's the perfect time to bring out your prettiest pairs of tights! They can be colourful, patterned, or even sheer. Tights are great for showcasing your legs, especially when paired with a lovely short skirt.

Here are some colour combinations that work well:

• Grey and black,
• Burgundy and navy blue,
• Mustard yellow and navy blue,
• Purple and mustard yellow,
• Grey and yellow…

👉 If you choose colorful tights to brighten up your autumn outfit, feel free to make a reference to that colour in the rest of your outfit: scarf, bag, hairstyle, etc...

Chic and Feminine Shoes

Autumn signals the return of boots and ankle boots, which you can wear in flats or heels depending on your style. Remember to match them with other leather accessories you’re sporting (like your bag or belt) to create a cohesive look!

If you're wearing a long skirt or dress, I recommend opting for ankle boots or flats like derby shoes. If you choose a style that’s above the knee, thigh-high boots will be perfect to add a sexy touch to your outfit!

A beret, a beanie, or a hat to keep warm

Wearing a hat isn’t just for keeping colds at bay; it’s also a simple and effective way to create a unique look. As autumn begins, why not don a lovely brown felt hat to enhance your outfit? When the days get cooler, it’s time to pull out a wool beanie that you can match with a scarf and a pair of gloves.

For a look that's a bit more unique, consider capes and shawls, which are perfect for keeping those who are always feeling cold warm!

A carefully selected bag and accessories

It’s often easier to wear jewellery in the summer, as they tend to highlight your arms and neckline. However, I highly recommend that you continue to wear jewellery in the autumn and winter. Bracelets and necklaces may be less visible, but don’t hesitate to switch them out for earrings like a flat piercing, brooches, or even handbag charms. For versatile jewellery that’s stylish all year round, we recommend the Solstice ear piercing brand.

The hair accessories (hair clips, scrunchies) are also great for adding some stylish and colourful details to your look. You can also bring some uniqueness to your outfit with a patterned or embroidered handbag.

My final tip for finding an autumn style that suits you is to try to wear at least one or two accessories every day that you like, while ensuring they match well with your outfit!

I hope this article has given you some ideas on how to dress this autumn: whatever the case, trust yourself and remember to try out different outfits! That’s how you’ll discover what makes you unique.

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