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12 Fall Pieces That Are So Chic, They Basically Style Themselves

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So you want to express yourself and look your best, but don’t always have the inspiration or energy to pull off a runway-worthy every day? We get it: styling inventive, Insta-worthy outfits is not always easy. Our trick is finding strategic pieces that are so chic, they’ll look effortlessly fashionable with even jeans and a T-shirt. Some pieces are closet basics, some are of-the-moment trends, but all of these clothing items are so effortlessly chic, you won’t need much else to pull together a killer OOTD. Read on for 12 fall pieces that are so stylish, they basically style themselves:

 

1. Cropped Puffer

A puffer coat is one of the few items that is as functional as it is stylish. Not only will it keep you warm and be versatile enough for any occasion, but all you need for a sporty-chic look that’s more street-style than athleisure-wear is a pair of skinny jeans and booties. Try a cropped version that hits right above the hipbone for extra trend points.

Abercrombie & Fitch
Vegan Mini Puffer

19 colors available

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H&M
Boxy Puffer Jacket

3 colors available

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Gap
Upcycled Cropped Puffer Jacket

3 colors available and 40% with code "OCTOBER"

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2. Knee-High Boots

Ah, knee-high boots: the style that replaced OTK boots to become 2020’s shoe style of the season. Trust me on this one: they’ll look so chic, it won’t matter what you wear them. Try monochrome neutrals so the boots stand out, or just skinny jeans and a sweater. Bottom line, you can’t go wrong; no matter what you wear up top, knee-high boots will steal the show.

Sam Edelman
Knee High Boot

8 colors available

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Mango
Chocolate Leather Boots

2 colors available

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Sam Edelman
Davis Knee High Boot

2 colors available and 44% off!

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3. Denim Jacket

And now for a closet basic that you typically reserve for transitional days of spring and colder evenings come summer: a denim jacket can actually look really good in fall too. A light-wash version stands out perfectly against a black sweater and black jeans or trousers (cold-weather staples), resulting in the easiest outfit formula ever and a way to reinvent your denim jacket. Don’t forget your classic booties!

Topshop
Oversize Denim Jacket
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J.Crew
Classic Denim Jacket

40% off with code "SALETIME"

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Madewell
The Oversized Trucker Jean Jacket
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4. Animal Print Accents

Will animal print ever get old? The answer, of course, is no. Women have been rocking animal print for decades, and we’re not stopping anytime soon. Specifically, animal-printed accessories completely transform any basic T-shirt and jeans or sweater dress. Try a variety of cow print, leopard print, or snakeskin in all your shoes, purses, and belts. 

Mango
Leather Baguette Bag
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J.Crew
Leopard Belt

40% off with code "SALETIME"

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MARC FISHER LTD
Pointed Toe Bootie

5 colors available and 50% off!

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5. Leather Trousers

Faux leather trousers are all the rage these days, and, while they may look intimidating, they’re incredibly easy to style. Since they’re such a statement piece (without being too “out there”), all they need is a basic long-sleeve tee or sweater and a seamless pair of booties. Throw in some eye-catching accessories if you want, but I guarantee all eyes will be on your stylish trousers. 

H&M
Faux Leather Pants
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Mango
Leather-Effect Elastic Waist Trousers

2 colors available

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Leith
Straight Leg Faux Leather Pants

40% off!

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6. Knee-Length Cardigan

A knee-length cardigan is another piece you probably have in your closet that you might forget is not only cozy, but chic too. The longer hem is a little more elongating and unexpected than a shorter cardigan, so you can pair it with straight-leg denim and a tucked-in tee. You’ll look as cute as you’ll feel cozy. 

VERO MODA
Open Front Long Cardigan

3 colors available

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Leith
Cozy Long Cardigan

3 colors available

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J.Crew
Long Sweater-Blazer

4 colors available

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7. Leather Blazer

Leather is always big come fall, but this year it’s popping up in everything from pants to skirts to blazers, and I am here for it. Opt for a faux leather version that updates any basic jeans and tee to a more trendy and luxe look than your work blazer would (sorry work blazer, we still love you). 

BLANKNYC
Faux Leather Jacket

2 colors available

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Express
One Button Long Sleeve Blazer

40% off!

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Abercrombie & Fitch
Vegan Leather Blazer

2 colors available

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8. Sherpa Coat

Maybe it’s staying at home for seven months straight, or maybe the fashion and comfort stars are aligning, but fall’s biggest trends also happen to be the coziest. Exhibit A: the always-chic and warm sherpa coat that literally goes with everything and makes the simplest outfit Instagram-worthy. 

Abercrombie & Fitch
Mid-Length Sherpa Coat

6 colors available

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Madewell
Sherpa Walton Jacket
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H&M
Short Faux Shearling Coat
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9. Flare-Leg Denim

Sorry, mom jeans: there’s a new denim in town. The pants you wore every day of middle school are officially back and better than ever. Think: light-wash, semi-distressed, and slightly oversized throughout the leg. Pair your flare leg jeans with pointed-toe booties and a simple sweater/tee combo up top. 

Citizens of Humanity
Slim Leg Bootcut Jeans
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Madewell
High-Rise Flare Jeans

35% off!

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7 For All Mankind
Wide Leg Jeans
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10. Belted Shacket

I’ll be honest: when I first read the word “shacket” on the H&M website, I thought it was a typo. Low and behold, shacket is the crossover between “shirt” and “jacket” that we never knew we needed until now. It can be worn as a shirt with pants or unbuttoned over a tee or sweater, making it two pieces in one. The trendiest versions come with belts for a cinched waist and a defined silhouette.  

H&M
Quilted Shacket
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Abercrombie & Fitch
Wool-Blend Shirt Jacket
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H&M
Denim Shacket
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11. Textured Sweaters

Another basic that’s eye-catching enough to update the most boring outfit is a sweater in ribbed material or chunky knit, and it has the potential to be your go-to item every day until spring. Look for stand-out textures in warm fabrics to wear when you want to look cute, but don’t want to think too hard think about it.

Mango
Cable-Knit sweater

2 colors available

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H&M
Rib-knit Wool-Blend Sweater

3 colors available

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Mango
Polo Style Sweater

2 colors available

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12. Plaid Trousers

Plaid is not only reserved for school uniforms and ’90s punk (even though Gwen Stefani rocked it); a standout plaid piece like trousers are comfortable enough to feel like your stay-at-home joggers, but look chic with a basic sweater or tee. Whether you’re relaxing at home, hopping on Zoom meetings, or taking #OOTDs for Instagram, plaid trousers will be your go-to. 

J.Crew
Slim Crop Pant in Plaid

40% off with code "SALETIME"

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H&M
Slacks

6 colors available

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Gap
High Rise Slim Ankle Pants

2 colors available

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What’s your favorite piece for fall?