How to Build a Foolproof Fall Capsule Wardrobe in 14 Pieces

We know, we know, the last thing you want to think about right now is wearing your favorite chunky sweaters and boots, especially when you’re sweating through your lightest summer pieces. But with cooler months right around the corner, now is the time to put together your fall capsule wardrobe.

We’ve all been there—standing in front of your closet and feeling at a loss for what to wear for the day ahead. But when you’ve got a go-to capsule wardrobe, getting dressed becomes that much easier. Plus, nothing gets us more excited for the next season like putting together our coziest knits and coolest jeans.

Ready to start building your own capsule wardrobe for the fall? We’ve put together the must-have pieces every fashion girl needs in her closet this season. From the ankle boots you’ll wear with every outfit to a midi skirt that’ll take you from day to night, take note—these will be the pieces you’ll turn to time and time again.

You can always layer long sleeve shirts to give an ensemble a bit more coverage. Or wear them underneath your favorite summer pieces to make them fall-appropriate.

It wouldn’t be a fall capsule wardrobe without a quality knit sweater you can curl up in. Wear them with a pair of jeans or a midi skirt.

For the moments when you need to add a bit of edge, a leather jacket will do just the trick while also keeping you warm.

You can never have too much denim. Wear these with a cool turtleneck sweater or a blouse.

While you might not be able to bare as much leg as you would during the summer, a midi skirt paired with a chic sweater will give you a flirty fall look you can take everywhere from the office to drinks.

Whether you’re wearing a pair of trousers or a skirt, classic black ankle boots will go with anything you wear during the fall.

For the days when you want to be more casual, a cool pair of sneakers will give any look an update.

Wear these pieces in rotation with each other—the number of outfits to wear all season are endless.