The Fall Outer Edit

It’s hard to believe that it’s already fall when it’s still so warm outside. This unseasonably warm streak makes for the best time to start thinking about outerwear for when the chill sets in because it’s the worst feeling to be caught off guard by cold weather when you still have a wardrobe filled with T-shirts and short-sleeved dresses. The key to dressing for fall is layering to accommodate the varying temperature throughout the day, and a big piece of that is outerwear.

If you’re layering up with sweaters, all you need is a light jacket; if you’re going light on the inside, you will need a heavier one. I recommend getting a light, medium, and heavy outer so you’re prepared for anything fall throws at you. Brands have risen to the occasion and designed beautiful options of varying weights with details unique to the season this year.

Update your fall wardrobe with some traditional pieces with new twists!

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Light: Blousons with Embroidery

Blousons are generally lightweight jackets made with silky materials. Their loose fit and slouching shape coming from the fabric hanging over the waist of the jacket give them an overall casual and sporty feel. Designers, however, have created blousons fit for a feminine look and can be paired well with skirts and dresses. They managed that by adding elaborate details like embroidery to this classic jacket.

Embroidery is big all around this season, including outerwear. It imbues anything it touches with femininity; it’s no different when it comes to blousons.

Ank Rouge

As I mentioned in a previous post, teddy bears are very popular this fall, making this jacket the easiest and subtlest way to add a little bit of this cute animal to your fall wardrobe.

Lily Brown

The embroidery on this jacket is so elaborate and beautiful that it lights up your entire outfit. This is the perfect jacket for those who like simple, solid-color clothes to include some patterns into their outfits.

LODISPOTTO

The embroidery on this jacket also has beads in it, but the overall design is much simpler than the Lily Brown jacket. It can match and mix well with patterns and solid colors alike. 

snidel

The half see-through design of this jacket truly distinguishes it from other blousons on the market. It gives off such a delicate and feminine air that you wouldn't think it's a blouson.

ANAP

This jacket has an overall clean look because the floral embroidery on it is much smaller and more spread out than that on the other blousons. You can dress it up for work or down for weekend shopping. 

titty&Co.

This jacket is the perfect combination of cool, cute, and elegant. The embroidery on the sleeves is so subtle that even those who don't like florals will love this jacket. Plus, you can pair it with dark colors and light colors.

Ank Rouge

Ank Rouge has many pretty jackets this fall, and this jacket is one of them. The pairing of this pink jacket and the classic red and blue check pattern as shown in the picture will surprise you with how versatile pink is.

fifth

The dark navy backdrop of this jacket makes the embroidery on it stand out, but the flowers are still subtle enough for you to pair the jacket with more patterns if you'd like. 

Medium: Shaggy Cardigan

Heavy cardigans are nothing new for fall, but shaggy ones are. When you think shaggy cardigans, an image of an edgy look (a bodycon dress and black leather boots) probably pops into your head. I’ve only ever seen brands like DURAS and CECIL McBEE carry shaggy cardigans, but this year even girly brands like LIZ LISA have entered the fray with their own variations of an outer that’s traditionally associated with a more grown-up style.

These brands added cute details that are not normally found on shaggy cardigans so even girly girls like me can find one that would match well with kawaii clothes.

dazzlin

This is the epitome of a shaggy cardigan because the fringe-like strands and square appliques on it scream shaggy. The purple color, which is very popular this year, is also on point for this fall. 

EATME

The scalloped edge of the bottom of this cardigan makes it look good buttoned up or unbuttoned, so you can wear it when it's warm out during the day and at night when it's cold. 

LIZ LISA

The loops design of this cardigan makes it also a great shaggy piece. Its beige color pairs well with burgundy and brown, the two biggest players of fall. It also comes in white and pink.

MAJESTIC LEGON

This cardigan is an affordable and trendy item to update your wardrobe with. Its clean design makes it the perfect way for you to try out the shaggy style.

tocco closet

The sparkly flower buttons on this cardigan are absolutely breathtaking. The baggy and shaggy style will add playfulness to your other ladylike pieces from the brand. 

MIIA

This is one of the few shaggy cardigans that have embroidery or delicate details on them. It's the perfect choice for feminine, ladylike outfits.

Cherite by PRIMEPATTERN

The black ribbons over the shoulders are cute and ladylike at the same time. You can pair it with baggy pants for work and a midi skirt for a date. 

Heavy: Furry Riders Jacket

Riders jacket are not just made with leather anymore. Instead of tough and cold, think fluffy and warm for these jackets: Shearling is the fabric of choice this year for these cool outers that are commonly known as motorcycle jackets, and even the typical riders jacket made with polyester gets fur add-ons this year. Whether it's shearling or fur add-ons, there's no question that these jackets are the warmest jackets of the bunch. Their slimming silhouette and simple design add definition to the long dresses that dominate this fall without clashing with the ubiquitous floral patterns.

Rirandture

Haruma Kojima looks absolutely stunning in this jacket in the brand ads. It looks wonderful paired with a dark-colored dress, and gives the wearer a defined silhouette even when it's unzipped.

MIIA

This jacket looks so comfortable not only because of not only the lining but also the baggy style. It also comes in three other colors, so you can pick one that works best with your wardrobe.

titty&Co.

This is one of the few riders jackets available in this light blue color. It looks good with colors like burgundy, brown, and hot pink.

Jewel Changes

This is a classic riders jacket, and it's not a classic for no reason. The black color with the fur collar work well with all styles and will save you a lot of time trying to find a jacket that matches your outfit in the morning.

LODISPOTTO

This riders jacket certainly has a more ladylike and formal look to it. The fur on the color is detachable, so you can still wear it even on warmer days.

MAJESTIC LEGON

This is a classic shearling jacket in the riders style. The soft collar and sleeve fur as well as the camel color will warm you and your outfit right up. Its neutral color balances out the bright fall colors.

EATME

This unique design combines the cuteness of pink shearling and the coolness of the black laced-up leather sleeves. Soften and enhance your edgy look with this jacket!

Which of these jackets would you try? Share with me in the comments below and on social media!