I know we're all trying to squeeze the best from the last bits of summer left, so you'll have to pardon me for turning your attention towards fall for the time being. What can I say? I'm a fall girl through and through, so as soon as the glimmer of its arrival begins to show, I'm jumping at the opportunity to outfit plan, research trends, and of course, shop.
At the start of a new season, there are several key basics that are fundamental to any wardrobe. While summer's looked like sandals, shorts, and tanks, my fall lineup consists of four hero items: jeans, jackets, flats, and sweaters. Regardless of the any major fall trends arriving on the runways, I'll always be seeking out ways to freshen up these four staples since they make up the majority of my day-to-day outfits this time of year.
With that in mind, I've been doing a deep-dive into the best new arrivals hitting the market right now and have pulled together my edit of the best jeans, jackets, flats, and sweaters for fall, AKA my new-season wardrobe heroes.
Jeans
Fashion's favorite timeless jeans, updated in a curve-loving fit.
'90s perfection.
As if I needed another reason to invest in the Danielle jeans, here comes this autumn-ready dark rinse.
Yes, white jeans can (and should) be a part of your fall wardrobe.
To wear with all your ankle boots.
Fashion people are embracing sandy khaki wash denim these days.
The cuffed hem adds so much polish.
Another day, another pair of Khaite jeans to covet.
Flats
Fall's first viral shoes are here. Meet the Alaïa water shoes that are popping up on Elsa Hosk and at Copenhagen fashion week.
Everyone I know (myself included) is swapping their loafers for boat shoes this season.
Exotic finishes are the shoe trend to know if you like looking rich.
Last year's viral sell outs are back again.
IYKYK.
I can't stop starting at them.
I can't believe it took this long for the iconic intrecciato leather to make its way into shoes.
The color! The suede!
Yes, we're still wearing our woven flats well into the fall.
Jackets
Neutrals are fine, but tastemakers are embracing technicolor tones like bright red this season.
Just add jeans.
I'd think it was The Row if I didn't see the label.
A Who What Wear shopper favorite.
The jacket I just placed an order for.
Grandpa-chic.
This peplum shape is something else.
There's just something about a red jacket.
I can never resist a good trench, and this is a very good one.
Not your average denim trucker.
Sporty windbreakers are infiltrating fashion people's closet everywhere.
Sweaters
The one cold-weather item I know I'll be buying.
Add color to your outfits without really trying.
V-neck sweaters are set to be one of fall's It basics.
Simply a classic.
If Sofia Richie it's good enough for Sofia Richie...
I can't get enough of this '90s layering moment.
Fair Isle had a big moment on the fall/winter 2025 runways.
It's the 3/4-length sleeves for me.
Rugby sweater aren't going anywhere.
There's a reason why J.Crew's cashmere resides in every fashion editor's closet—it's elite in every way.
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