10 Stylish Fall Basics Every Girl Needs

Every season has its own fashion staples, and for fall that means layers and deeper colors. To be sure that your fashions won't fall flat this season, stock your closet with these autumn musts.

Thick Tights

There is no way we're ready to give up skirts and dresses in exchange for the warmth of jeans yet, so a thick pair of tights is a necessity in every fall wardrobe. Whether you rock a fun pattern or a solid color, thick tights can easily become the centerpiece of your outfit or the perfect supporting player.

Scarves

A scarf can instantly transform any outfit.  Use a nice silk scarf to dress up an outfit, or a wool infinity scarf to dress it down.  Neutral colors, like cream and black, work with any outfit. 

Vest

A vest is the perfect outerwear item when it is a little chilly outside, but you’re not yet ready to break out the giant puffy coat. Pair your vest with a flannel or button up shirt and boots for a casual but polished look.

Flannel Shirt

For the days you want to be comfy chic, go with a flannel.  Pair it with a vest and boots, or over a dress with tights. Belt the shirt to create a nice hourglass figure.  The possibilities are endless. 

Sweater Dress

Whoever invented the sweater dress is a genius.  It is so absolutely perfect for a chic, warm, and comfy fall style.  The key to rocking a sweater dress is accessories.  Add a chunky necklace, belt, scarf, lace tights, leg warmers, or boots to recreate your dress. 

Grandpa Cardigans

In transitional seasons, layers are your best friends. Get yourself a slouchy cardigan with a nice touch (like elbow pads or a gorgeous color). This will keep you warm and looking super seasonal!

Jewel Toned Nail Polish

Leave the bright pinks and oranges in your past; autumn is the time to revel in your chance to wear deep jewel toned hues on your nails! Perfect options are Chanel Rouge Noir, Essie No More Film, Butter London British Racing Green and Essie After School Boy Blazer.

Oxblood Loafers

Loafers have a time frame Ð too warm out and your feet sweat, too snowy out and your ankles get cold. Autumn weather is the perfect chance to wear them, especially because they have a way of aesthetically suiting the season. Oxblood is the perfect color choice – not only is it an amazing fall color, but an amazing color for a pair of leather shoes.

Heeled Chelsea Boots

Chelsea boots are a closet staple and a little cold weather is the perfect excuse to wear them! Take advantage of non-icy sidewalks by going for a heeled Chelsea boot, which will instantly amp up the style factor of your outfit!

Solid, Feminine Dresses and Skirts

Pair your tights with a gorgeous colored skirt with beautiful flowy lines. Add pair of loafers or heeled Chelsea boots and an amazing fall look is already starting to come together!

Button Down Tops

In an effort to purchase more layerable long sleeve items, button down tops are always a go-to. Grab a few in monochrome prints or chambray to make them as versatile as possible! Another option is to wear them layered under a sweater!

Berry Toned Lipstick

Fall is the perfect weather for berry-toned lips. Not only do they match all the other deep colors you'll be wearing, they have a way of complementing the autumnal colors around you. Some great options are Yves Saint Laurent Prune on Fire and Kate Moss for Rimmel #107.

Glasses

If you normally wear contacts, maybe fall is a good chance to give your eyes a rest. Glasses Ð especially tortoise shell ones Ð often complement fall scenery and make up!

Deeper Perfume

As the seasons change, warming perfumes can bring a nice touch. Autumn is the time to give Marc Jaobs Daisy a rest and try out something like Tocca Cleopatra. Viktor and Rolf Spicebomb may be intended for men, but it is also a great, warm-scented pick for women in the cooler months!