Work every time: Rails sweater | Frame jeans, similar | Stuart Weitzman boots, new season | Naghedi tote | Zoe Chicco necklace | Gigi Clozeau necklace
These 5 Fall Outfit Formulas Work Every Time!
If you struggle to make great outfits, this post is for you! Now is the perfect time to start planning your fall wardrobe … especially since we’re only weeks away from a new season. After spending over two decades in the dressing room helping my clients get dressed every day, there are many things I learned along the way. And, I’m here to share them with you 😊 For example, it’s not about having more clothes, it’s about having the right clothes!
Today’s post is about 5 outfit formulas that work every single time. I’m talking about simple concepts, like a jean and go-with-everything shoe, matching your top and jacket, and of course, choosing the all-important accessories that bring your outfit together. Once you own the essentials, the possibilities are endless!
In this post, I’ll show you new pieces that make endless outfits, and how to put them together. There are also style boards that show five outfit formulas I recommend from years of experience as a stylist. Hopefully this will give you some ideas so that it’s easy for you to make outfits that really work. Remember to have fun with it!
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01. Start with a versatile shoe/pant combo
As I always say: the right bottom is the starting piece of every outfit! This is something I tested over and over again in the dressing room. Trust me on this one, it works every time. But, let’s take it a step further! Once you find the right bottom, then make sure you have several shoe options to go with it. This is SO important! Since we’re heading into fall, I went with a darker wash jean and transitional jackets that all work perfectly with boots, sneakers, or a low heel slingback.
Moncler puffer | Trench coat | J.Crew barn jacket | Aritzia blazer
Mother jeans | Suede boot | Leopard slingback | Gucci bag | Coach bag
02. A stylish “Third Piece” is essential for your wardrobe
One thing I learned very early on is that investing in “third pieces” is worth every penny. I’ve said it over and over again — a great blazer, jacket or coat will totally complete your outfits. And, based on my own experience, these are the pieces we all still wear (and love) years later.
Black coat | Gucci sweater | | Mother jeans | Stuart Weitzman boots | Earrings | Dot scarf | Savette bag
03. Match your top and bottom
If you pair a matching top and bottom, then really any jacket will work — and it’ll elevate the entire outfit. The combos can be black/black, cream/écru, white/white, gray/gray or faded blue/blue. This time of year, try switching from white to écru. It looks a little more elegant, and is the perfect transition into fall. My go-to is always black/black, and a silky black blouse is one of my favorite things to wear. It works beautifully with mostly everything, and if you happen to love black, it’s an easy go-to when you’re getting dressed up. Easy, quick and very stylish!
J.Crew barn jacket | Frame denim shirt | Frame jeans | Slingbacks | Veronica Beard bag | | Prada scarf | Belt
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04. Match your jacket and top
An easy way to make many outfits is to match your jackets to your tops. From there, any bottom will work, from trousers, skirts, jeans etc. Talk about easy, and I’m guessing you already have all the pieces in your closet. One combo I love is a soft white jacket with a matching layering piece — it’s justso stylish and chic! Other examples include black/black, brown/brown, camel/camel — all of these will give you endless outfits for years to come, because they are classic colors.
Aritzia blazer | Matching top | Mother jeans | Veronica Beard boots | Gucci bag | Sunglasses | Earrings
05. Match your accessories
Here’s one of my favorite tips: accessories that work together are the perfect finishing touch to every outfit. So, if you can match or coordinate your accessories (by color or pattern), you’ll have dozens of easy outfits at your fingertips! Try to put together a few sets: a bag/shoe combo, a bag/belt combo, or a scarf/bag/shoe combo in matching or coordinating colors. Of course, include any accessory in a rich saddle brown, a lighter beige color, or black — that goes without saying!
Trench coat | Vince pants | Frame sweater | Sandals | YSL bag | Scarf | Earrings
Thank you for reading xx
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