It’s here. That time of year when you reconnect with style. After months of taking everything more lightly and carefree (including your way of dressing), the need for change comes almost unexpectedly. But I like to ease into the new season. The weather helps, too, because only the crisp air in the mornings and evenings reminds us that Autumn has indeed arrived.
The jeans are, naturally, by my side, helping with the transition process: distressed, paired with a classic blue shirt and varsity jacket – I don’t think I will ever get tired of this particular preppy look.
Anything khaki, but preferably not a parka. A short jacket in the same colour, with elements of pea coat, makes a much more individual statement.
Structured dress over jeans. A dress in geometric shape over ripped jeans pays a beautiful homage to the elegance of the season that it is well known for, while keeping it pared-down. It’s currently my favourite way to approach the smart-casual conundrum.
Light layers. And by that, I mean placing a silky dress at the heart of an outfit; over a pair of skinny jeans (and high heeled sandals), and topped off with a thin sweater (and a light coat when the temperatures will call for one) – it’s like summer and fall are playing hide and seek, and let you take the best of them both. I do love the tailoring and elegance of fall fashion, but downplaying them makes the styling game so much more interesting.
Sandals for as long as possible. Because once I put my boots on, chances are I won’t take them off sooner than six months. Plus, I like the giddy feel of a look that tosses together sandals on bare feet, jeans and a well covered-up upper part of the body.
The mini saddle bag, in one of autumn’s timeless and richest tones (be it burgundy, camel or scarlet). It’s “the hero bag of this season and beyond”, according to Cuyana. It has certainly turned into my hero bag since I became a mother, helping me understand the meaning and appreciate the benefits of streamlining.
photos: 1-Garance Doré / 2-9to5Chic / 3-Fash n Chips / 4-Maja Wyh / 5-Cuyana
