Fall is just around the corner, and while that means saying buh-bye to bathing suits and our beloved beach time, it also signifies the start of a perhaps the most fashion-forward season. The air gets crisp, and the clothing follows suit! The great thing is that you likely have many fall essentials already in your closet, so you can be strategic and hone in on key pieces to not only elevate and refresh your lineup but also make you feel anew.
To make shopping simpler, Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman did some pregaming, finding just the right items to supplement your current closet offerings. There’s a denim shirt to bring casual coolness to your traditional pencil skirt or serve as the missing link in a jean tuxedo, a blazer that instantly upgrades anything you wear under it, and a striking coat that guarantees oohs and aahs as you enter the room. He even found the perfect lightweight turtleneck for you to layer under slip dresses and thereby keep those summer vibes flowing. Read on for more items to help you bring some fabulousness to fall.
A denim shirt is the traditional white shirt’s cooler, more easygoing cousin. This Western style isn’t just great with jeans (we do love a denim tuxedo). It can also bring snazzy casualness to both a traditional black pencil skirt for day and a jazzier sparkly one for evening.
Cargo pants are back in a big way. This navy pair perfectly melds dressy and sportif into something that can stylishly sub for your goto trousers with a silk blouse and blazer or a chunky knit sweater. Vince's red version of this style will be available next month.
Meet your new favorite tote bag. Its buttery, lightweight leather and effortless, unstructured shape make it great as a handbag or work carryall. And carry all it does—there’s plenty of room for your stuff. Plus, you can stylishly supplement with one of the brand’s add-ons.
When you have on an entrance-making coat like this striking winter white number, what’s underneath may just play second fiddle. Even if you’re wearing something simple like pants and a long sleeved tee, it’ll truly make it into an outfit with a capital O. Available on milly.com in mid-August.
Think of leather jeans as you would corduroys or denims, but they can be dressed up or down and make everything more luxe. This high-rise, vegan top seller comes in short, regular, or tall sizing.
Whether you’re a tailored blazer newbie or have a go-to, know that this find is especially flattering. The cut gives you a nice sharp shoulder, and the double-breasted style helps elongate your torso. Pair it with khakis, or make your summery floral dress feel like fall.
This knit skirt gives sexy-librarian vibes. And it's not only comfy, made with ample stretch and a fold-over waist, but also quite versatile. Keep it youthful with a hoodie or classic with a twinset.
Meet the jeans shape of the season: straight but with a slight flare at the bottom. In a slightly worn-in, trendy stone wash, these leg lengtheners work with a multitude of body types and shoe styles—from heels to boots.
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Gem Dandy
Sequin Convertible Pearl Necklace with Clip-On Charms
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Gem Dandy
Sequin Convertible Pearl Necklace with Clip-On Charms
Pearls are becoming less precious and more playful. Worn long or doubled up, this necklace has flair, thanks to clip-on charms. Available on sequin-nyc.com in mid-August.
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Sweater Weather
Intimissimi Modal Cashmere Ultralight High-Neck Top
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Sweater Weather
Intimissimi Modal Cashmere Ultralight High-Neck Top
Layer this lightweight turtleneck under a strapless or spaghetti strap dress and you’ll supplement your fall wardrobe in a fresh and fun, ’90s kind of way.
You’ve got to love a set, and this knit one is pretty fabulous, worn together or separately. If you typically shy away from curve-hugging pieces, the A-line cut of the dress keeps it wearable.
From knee-highs to thigh-highs, boots are trending. Slide on this stretchy, faux-leather pair to shape calves and take leggings, jeans, or pants up a notch. They’re also a nod to mod when paired with tights and a mini.