After weeks of style debates, our usual white-board-style scribbling, and maybe one too many pumpkin flavored coffees, the TME team has officially cracked the Fall Style Playbook. Maybe you remember the fall guide we did last year, and since we had so much fun with it…decided we should bring it back for 2025 but with a slight twist. I’d be lying if I said we weren’t suuuper excited about it. 

While we appreciate a good trend research report (for the love of the game), a lot of what we do is rooted in gut instincts, our own data (aka: what are our readers really loving + finding helpful), and what we’ll actually wear. I think we can all agree that not every trend on the runway is the most…wearable for day-to-day, normal life. But we can still have some fun with it, and that’s the most important part, right?

The TME Fall Style Playbook For 2025

SO. Yes, we’re coining this our Fall Style Playbook For 2025, and the twist is this: outfit combos, or plays we’re already wearing or eyeing for fall this year, rather than just a list of trends. To be a little more specific — it’s a tightly edited guide with thirteen different outfit formulas. Consider it your cheat sheet for refreshing pieces you may already love, and digging into which trending items are worth adding to your wardrobe.

A Sneak Peek At The Fall Style Playbook (3 Outfit Combos)

We’re sharing three of the outfit combos below (a sneak peek!), but if you want the rest of the looks (ten more), you can grab the guide in our TME shop, or you can sign up for our Discord and get it for free. Existing Discord members (seriously, thank you!!!): make sure you’re logged into our shop with your Discord account email, and it will automatically be free at checkout.

Okay, enough chatter…here’s a little preview of what’s in the guide, plus some pieces you can shop.

Fall Outfit Play 1: Plaid + Mesh Ballet Flats

A lot of us probably have some plaid in our wardrobes. Yes, there’s even newer plaid styles out right now that we’re loving, that lean a little softer and pretty on both the silhouette and actual plaid patterns. But either way, we’re refreshing plaid this season with mesh ballet flats. It almost makes it feel less grunge, and a little more sexy and sharp.

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Fall Trend 2: Clogs, Flares & Rugby Shirts

Retro vibes, zero effort. Pair clogs with flared jeans and a rugby shirt for that nostalgic, laid-back energy that somehow still feels current. Tuck your rugby shirt in for a slightly polished look, or leave it half-tucked (or completely loose) for the cool-girl slouch. It’s an easy, everyday combo that balances comfort and style. It’s basically, fall style that looks like you tried, but didn’t really.

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Fall Trend 3: Corduroy Pants + Suede Sneakers

Maximalist, but make it easy. There’s something about the comfy, yet rich textures of corduroy and suede that (especially when they’re in a pretty or deep color), feels super fresh for this year. We’re personally leaning into corduroy pants paired with low-profile suede sneakers (fold-over styles are a favorite). Pair it with anything from an oversized, cozy sweater to a fun graphic tee. It’s a simple switch that makes your everyday staples feel a little more special or elevated, yet totally wearable for day-to-day life.

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Xo,

Team TME