9 Fabrics That Deserve a Place in Your Fall Wardrobe
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Courtesy of Bottega VenetaWhether you opt for a wool coat, sweater, or dress, wool fabrics will trap in heat, insulate, and protect you from the wind. (They also retain their insulation properties when wet—making it ideal for outdoor activities). While some wool fabrics can be heavy, we particularly love merino wool and cashmere in fall, which are lightweight, soft, comfortable, and perfect for the autumnal temps.
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Courtesy of LanvinLeather made a dominant appearance on the F/W 2020 runways, continuing to ride its wave of popularity among the fashion set. From dresses to skirts and jackets, the fabric is durable, flexible, and most importantly, warm.
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Courtesy of Gabriela HearstSoft and sumptuous, suede is a fall favorite—leaning into the prevalent late '60s and '70s trends we spotted on the runways. It's lightweight yet resilient and ideal for temperate autumnal days. (Just don't get caught in the rain!).
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Courtesy of ChanelThe textured woolen fabric has become synonymous with the cooler months—adding sophistication and polish to every autumnal look. Opt for a tweed blazer, coat, or skirt this season.
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Courtesy of EtroIs there anything more luxurious and plush than velvet? It's soft, warm, smooth, and looks elegant—ideal for the cooler fall and winter months ahead. Moreover, the fabric was all over the F/W 2020 runways in the form of jackets, dresses, trousers, skirts, and even shorts.
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Courtesy of BurberryThe fabric behind the iconic Burberry Trench coat—gabardine is a woven twill fabric (that can be made up of worsted wool, silk, and most commonly, cotton). It's durable and has a water-resistant finish—ideal for lightweight fall trench coats.
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Ulla Johnson, Victor Virgile/Getty ImagesThe thick cotton ribbed fabric is warm, durable, and breathable as it absorbs and releases moisture quickly. Try a chic jumpsuit, pants, or jacket for a cool '70s look.
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Courtesy of ChloeWe all know denim is a year-round staple, but there's no question we love to refresh our denim collection in fall with the latest trends and silhouettes.
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Courtesy of Stella McCartneyA huge trend for fall, shearling (made of wool) is seriously warm and cozy—perfect for cool fall nights. Plus, we love the cool retro look of it.
