One of our favorite things about fall? Cooler temps = more clothes. As in, more reasons to layer on rich, seasonal hues. Here are the three color families we’ll be reveling in at tailgating weekends, fall weddings, and, of course, Friendsgiving.
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Take the Heat
Warm, rich colors are giving us seriously cozy fireside-and-pumpkin-spice vibes – the kind that would make even the biggest summer lover want to tap into her festive fall side. Take notes from these stylish BFFs with a full monochrome ensemble in your favorite autumn shade (matching shoes, bag, and shades included). Bonus points for mixing textures.
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Ice, Ice Baby
Did someone say sweater weather? Grab your chunkiest knit and tried-and-true bottoms for a no-brainer outfit formula. Cool shades like icy blue and purple nod to full-fledged après-ski season. Get this look by letting a novelty pullover steal the spotlight, while toned-down extras balance out the design.
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Cream of the Crop
This season’s hero piece? Outerwear in a perennially cool neutral tone. Think of it as a blank slate for the trends, like check-patterned textiles. Elevate yours with a typical denim-and-T-shirt uniform, plus a bold pop of red. Heading out for the night? Slip into leather skinnies instead of jeans for an even sleeker look.
By Paige McKnight, Assistant Fashion Editor