Fall Edit: Effortless styles: Tuckernuck dress | Sandals | Liffner bag, similar
The Fall Dress Edit: 7 Effortless Styles for Every Occasion
In a few weeks I’m heading to London, so I’ve been in major outfit-planning mode. Since I have a few events coming up, I’ve been doing a little “blog research.” This basically means ordering things left and right, laying out some outfits, and making endless trips to our favorite stores 😉 Besides finding new jeans, the cutest sweaters and cool new jackets, I’ve also discovered a handful of dresses that I think you’ll love — and that will be making their way into my suitcase(s)!
Today’s post is about fall dresses you can wear for EVERY occasion. From cozy knits to elevated day dresses to polished evening picks, these are the effortless styles worth having in your closet this season. Read on to learn more about the top dress trends for fall, and to see the brand new dresses that just arrived. I’m also including some new style boards for inspo. I hope you find something you love!
*Discount codes: Cinq a Sept: SUSIE15 | Zoe Chicco: 15% off at checkout | Frame Denim: SUSIE15
Susie’s Favorite Dresses
Left: ALC dress | Sandals | Middle: Cinq a Sept dress | Right: Tuckernuck dress | Liffner bag, similar
This black ALC dress is an all time favorite, and it’s ideal for many different occasions
Love this simple ruffle dress – and it’s available in black too – works any time of year and it’s super flattering
For a pop of color, try a burgundy/wine colored dress — it’s such a pretty shade for fall
#1 Tuckernuck Dress Shop
Susie: Tuckernuck tweed dress | Liffner bag | Right: Velvet dress | VB sandals | Erdem clutch | Jennifer Behr Earrings
Tuckernuck is always a fave, and they really do have some of the best dresses for the season. Last fall, they opened a new store on the Upper East Side in NYC, and it’s now a must-go for every trip there!
Knit dresses: this one is a perfect everyday dress paired with knee boots — and it’s well-priced at $168
Cocktail dresses: this embroidered black one, this one that’s back in stock, this green one and this floral jacquard
Daytime dresses: consider this faux leather one, this stand collar dress and this vegan suede number
#2 Fall Dress Trends
Left: Tuckernuck dress | Right: Feathers dress | Savette bag | Sandals | Dorsey earrings
Dress trends for 2026
Silk jacquard dresses like this and this — so elegant and timeless
Lace trim dresses continue … I’m loving this by Hill House Home, and, of course, Doen is another fan favorite
Feathers and fringe are trending for fall, and the one I’m wearing above also comes in other colors. Look at this splurge feathers dress!
#3 Fall Dresses
Left: Suede dress | Right: Farm Rio dress | Bag | Earrings | Boots
Farm Rio has some beautiful dresses that have just arrived. Look at this midi style, and this shorter one too
Don’t miss dresses by Boden, like this and this — both super stylish with boots
Veronica Beard always has a great selection, look at this midi style and this denim one
#4 Soft Knits
Left: Turtleneck dress | Leopard shoes, similar | Jimmy Choo bag | Right: Leopard jacket | Grey knit dress | Knee boot | Cult Gaia bag
Knit dresses are perfect for daytime events when the weather is a little cooler. Try pairing them with boots, tall or flat, and throw a longer, looser trench over it. Loving this one that looks designer, and this one in the color of the season. This lace trim v-neck is incredible. And for something special, I just spotted this long one … gorgeous!
#5 Classic Slipdresses
Left: Quince slipdress | Leather jacket | Right: Quince slipdress | $50 cashmere over shoulders
Quince makes some of the best washable silk dresses, and a good friend told me about this strapless one. It arrived yesterday, and it really is amazing — super flattering, and looks great with both boots AND sandals.
Quince: This maxi slip dress, available here in the midi length, and this strapless one too
VInce: Look at this new draped scarf tie one, this cap sleeved one, and this twist-strap maxi
#6 Faux Leather Dresses
Left: Faux leather dress | Bag | Right: Cinq a Sept dress | Clutch | Slingbacks | Earrings
There’s something so elevated about faux leather — it always looks cool and way more expensive than it is! Check out this and this — both are easy to wear to any event. And speaking of events …
#7 Special Event Dresses
Left: Red dress | Faux fur jacket | Sandals | Bag | Earrings | Right: Dress | Faux fur wrap | Earrings | Sandals | Bag
One of the first places I look when trying to find special dresses is the Cinq a Sept website. They have the most stylish options, and the fit is incredible. This season, they’ve added more faux fur jackets and wraps, which is the perfect piece to wear over dresses. Plus, I have a 15% discount code: SUSIE15 – which helps when making a splurge purchase!
Thank you for reading xx
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