Ok, how fun is this new little activity we’ve come up with for this year? Starting with inspiring pieces and outfits is always the best approach for me, personally, when getting dressed for a new season. Fall is my jam, and I’m typically just super over summer clothing by this point (yep, this year, too).
It’s still pretty hot here, but I am already loving incorporating a few new items I can wear now into my wardrobe. My recent Anthropologie trip helped spur some of this on.
But, before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s peruse the kinda vibes that inspired me for Fall 2024. Who doesn’t love a mood board, eh?
My 2024 Fall Inspo Mood Board
I’m typically striving for that “I may or may not be coming from a workout OR going to a concert” vibe in my outfits. I don’t know… it’s so hard to put into words your own style sometimes, LOL. But I’m also not a wear-leggings-all-day-kinda-person.
Essentially, I feel best in “styled but not fussy” outfits. I love blazers (gah like this one!) with sneakers. Moto boots with a hoodie. I have a clear picture in my head after working in this industry for almost 10 years now, but it’s visual, not linguistic, and that’s fine. Hence the collages here, heh. But if I have to distill it down:
- Sporty
- Graphic elements
- Black leather something for a bit of edge
- Classic with a twist
- A little eclectic
I tend to lean quite sporty, a little edgy (I love black and I love rock n’ roll, lol) a little classic-ish and with pops of graphics. You’ll notice I’m always looking for a new favorite graphic tee and, now that my hair style is a bit longer, I’ve re-embraced the baseball cap.
I love styling down pieces for everyday that might be a little bit unexpected together. I.e. trousers with a baseball hat, sneakers with a dress, and sweatshirts and tees with everything.
Closet Essentials I’ll Wear The Most
And now, to get a sense of my closet basics and overall style, I’ve gathered a few pieces into a handy little collection that represents my go-tos. Lately, those have been: boxy cropped tees, black barrel leg pants (extra points for pull-on style) and oversized denim, some kind of sneaker and tan suede boots.
Tee (similar) | Pants (MP) | Boots | Shirt | Sneakers | Bag
For the past year or so, I’ve worn some version of one of these pieces just about everyday. I typically always travel with these items, too. I’ll swap out the sneakers for various other pairs like my Nike Dunks or adidas or whatever ‘sneaker of the moment’ I deem worthy, but otherwise, this is the gist.
If I want to feel a tiny bit more elevated, I’ll pop on my fav Isabel Marant suede boots (kitten heels FTW.) But I’ve also linked to a more reasonably priced Madewell pair below for options. And as for pants? For the most part, I’m in a barrel leg something, typically black and, like I said… I’m in my stretchy waistband era. Ha. They still have to be super cute, though. I adore these from Pilcro. I never want to take them off. I’ve literally worn them for the past 3 days straight, lol.
Fall Trend Edit: 4 New Pieces I’m Adding To My Closet
And here we are to the shiny new fun stuff.
You can see I’m focusing a bit more on color this fall and I’m stoked. Red and olive green with an unexpected, muted pastel lilac thrown in. I am freaking giddy over this color combo. And denim and leopard slide right in nicely alongside these pieces.
Statement Trousers (tts) | London Hat | NY Hat | Leopard Tote (similar) | Sneakers
I could have also thrown in this chocolate brown bucket tote, but I digress. We tried to keep these small to represent what we’re actually adding to our closets so it doesn’t get overwhelming. Good news… I’ve already been wearing these pieces on repeat!
1 | Statement Trousers
Tee (M) | Trousers (29) | Boots (Similar) | Tote (Similar)
Statement trousers are a thing, and I’m actually excited for them this year because I found this olive green wide leg pair during my Anthropologie try-on. I fell in love the moment I put them on. And yes, granted, they are not a pull-on style, but they are stretchy and soft. I love a solid outfit when I go to get my haircut and I wore this ensemble last week for my appointment.
I’m not typically a pleated pants kinda gal, but these fit so well, are not too high-rise, and still hug your butt. Yep. Love. The fabric is heavy and denim-like which vibes more like jeans and hangs better on my frame, more than a typical trouser-type fabric would. I’ve tried SO many trousers over the past few years and I’ve realized this is really the only pair that has worked for me. Plus, the really wide legs? Yes, please.
2 | Leopard Print
Shirt (M) | Jeans (30) | Shoes | Tote (Similar – also here)
I think quite a few of us on the team have casual leopard print in the mix, and I’m not shying away from it either. I say ‘casual’ because this year, I’m loving animal print on cotton and canvas fabrics more than on silky dressier pieces. It gives it a little bit of a tougher vibe and makes it super wearable for everyday.
Of course, this cute Ganni tote sold out quickly, but omg this Coach bag I found is similar and so freaking cute. The canvas tote style speaks more to my casual style than a leather bag would in this print and it’s perfect for adding a graphic pop I love that isn’t too glam or fussy.
3 | Colorful Sneakers
Similar Pants | Sneakers (go down 1/2 size)
You’ve heard me rave about these lovely lilac-grey adidas Forum Low sneakers for a bit now. I’ve had them a month or so and I freaking love the color (and the comfort factor.)
They aren’t as low-profile as some other trending sneakers this fall, but they also aren’t overly chunky — and as someone who likes wearing long, wide-leg pants, but isn’t all that tall, I still find I need a bit of height to my sole (also affects the comfort factor for me.) So, I’m embracing a style that I know I love (I’ve had a pair of Forums for years) and re-introducing it to myself in an on-trend color.
4 | Red Accessories
Hat | Tee (M) | Trousers (29) | Boots (Similar)
Speaking of color, like I said in my Anthropologie try-on a few weeks ago, I’m reclaiming red hats. This one is adorable from Anthro, but you could go with any red shade or type of baseball/trucker hat you love.
Red accessories are big for fall and this is my take. I’ll pull in red nail polish or lipstick when I want to go a little dressier, but for everyday? Yep, a hat. I can wear it with everything from my wide leg trousers to my athleisure and workout looks.
This was fun… and hopefully helpful if your vibe is similar and you want to add just a couple of new pieces to your fall looks that pack a punch. Let me know what you’re eyeing up for fall and stayed tuned for more of us sharing similar articles!
xo,
L
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Per usual, yes to all the shoes. So good, thanks!
I can’t do any red baseball hats these days…
Sorry but there’s no way I would do a red baseball hat these days…