The two seasons I get most excited for each year are always fall and spring. Summer and winter feel too extreme—freezing cold or melting hot. Plus, after a series of heat waves in NYC this summer (during which I basically lived in a white Hanes tank top and my Lowen Midi Skirt), I'm ready for the weather to consistently be 70°. I'd even take as low as 60°.
I'm someone who likes to build a wish list over time, saving pieces I come across throughout the year. That way, I've already done some of the research ahead of time once the appropriate season comes along, which helps me curate and refine rather than impulse buy. I can think more intentionally about the season ahead, and going back through my saved items gives me a chance to reflect on what I actually want to wear. For my fall wardrobe, I'm taking more of a capsule approach: a trench coat, cashmere layers, tights, ballet flats, Mary Jane walking shoes, a classic pair of jeans. I have a list of brands I'm keeping an eye on as well, such as Paloma Wool, Gimaguas, Baserange, Charlie Beads, and Brooke Callahan.
Here are the 27 chic pieces that caught my eye while shopping for fall.
This Cleo bag just came in the mail, so I can cross it off my wishlist—which I'm thrilled about. If you haven't heard of the L.A.-based brand, it's truly special, and I can't recommend it enough.
I still love wearing cotton dresses during early fall.
This skirt too.
I've been wanting a cashmere poncho.
Baserange's autumn 2025 collection is so good.
I mean… This coat is such a dream. One of our editors, Eliza Huber, recently wrote about how faux fur, vintage, and shearling were all over last season's runways (Prada, Miu Miu, Chloé, Valentino) and would be one of the defining trends of fall 2025 fashion.
A bonnet for when it cools off.
G.H.Bass loafers are a timeless classic I will always go back to for fall.
I would wear anything Brooke Callahan makes.
Black ballet flats I'll wear all the time.
The most timeless bag.
This sheer skirt to wear over tights.
I've been considering these sunglasses from Chimi.
I just found out about Olga Joan on TikTok.
I literally don't own a pair of jeans right now, so 501s are on my list.
I like the curve and the 90s versions.
Pipenco Lorena is an emerging Romanian brand based in New York.
This simple sweater is one I know I'll wear constantly.
Obsessed with these sneakers by The Attico.
The beloved Intimissimi Boat Neck Modal Cashmere Ultralight Top.
When it's cold enough, I am constantly wearing my cardigans…
…and my mock-necks.
Everything from Geel.
I'm looking for a trench coat right now (and can't believe I don't own one yet).
I keep seeing capris with trench coats on my Pinterest feed.
Switching out my Cou Cou tank top for the long-sleeve version.
I can't wait to be back in my element (wearing tights every day).
Camper is my favorite brand for shoes that are chic and comfortable.
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