by Lexi Inks
You can feel it in the air. You can taste it in your pumpkin spice latte. You can see it in the trees around you. (Well, unless you live in Florida, like me.) Regardless, fall is upon us, so you know what that means: fall transition outfits are bound to be popping up all around us.
As we say goodbye to brat summer and hello to demure and mindful fall, the cozy sweaters, boots, and shackets are re-remerging for the season. If you don’t believe me, believe TikTok: the CEO of Christian Girl Autumn herself, Caitlin Coving, posted a video on September 1 declaring it so. Therefore — it’s fall, y’all. (Sorry, had to do it.)
Whether you’re still dealing with some scorching temps lingering from late summer or you’re already feeling the crispy air and seeing the leaves changing color, read on for 6 fall transition outfit ideas to suit every shape and size.
The Classic Skirt and Sweater Combo
You cannot go wrong with a classic outfit formula, especially when you’re incorporating fall colors and some fun layering. This bright orange plus size sweater top is adorably paired with a short polka dot swing skirt for a feminine flair, and we’re loving the edgy twist with black tights and black chelsea boots. It’s giving cutest-pumpkin-in-the-patch vibes.
Fall Neutrals With a Nod to Summer
Give us all the neutrals this fall, as the good lord intended. Styling a sleeveless sweater top like this one with some cropped pants in a rich hue and throwing on some sandal slides hints at the upcoming season change, but keeps you from sweating your tits off once you step outside. It’s a win-win combo, if we’ve ever seen one.
A Half Tuck for Good Measure
I love big shirts and I cannot lie, so any fun style of tucking into a pair of pants simply thrills me. A half-tucked button down shirt is such a versatile staple item because you can pair it with any skirt length or even simple black pants like these. Throw on your fave sneakers or sandals, weather permitting, and you’ve got yourself a classic and cute fall transition outfit.
Cozy and Retro Chic
It’s giving 70s. It’s giving funky and spunky. It’s giving the queen of fall style with a retro twist. These plus size flare jeans paired with an adorable flower embroidered sweater over a simple white cropped shirt and some neutral leather boots? Plus her artfully messy bun on top? Perfection.
Fun Pants = Fun Fall
I’m a sucker for fun, patterned pants. This checkered and cropped pair could be suitable for both a chilly day in the office or sauntering around the fall farmer’s market. Paired with an oversized sweater in a subtle color and some Doc Martens or other black heeled boots? 10/10, no notes.
Leather Jackets All the Way
Just because the PSLs are back in action doesn’t mean you have to ditch your summer wardrobe altogether. Remember that pretty, flowy maxi dress you wore to a garden-party wedding a few weeks back? Pull that baby out, and pair her with a cool leather jacket and some simple accessories. Your favorite sneakers will complete the ensemble, and you’ll look fly as f*ck.
