All the Wardrobe Staples You Need for Fall

Anny Choi
Updated

Today marks the first official day of fall. It’s that awkward time of year when you don’t know whether to pull out the wool coat or slip into your summer dress one last time. Well, why not start from the ground up when shopping this season instead of hitting the latest trends? Think: crisp button-downs, durable leather jackets, and bags that go with everything.

Those designer “dad sneakers” you’ve been eyeing since the Fall shows might be out of style by the time you can actually afford them, and balaclavas . . . well, they’re not an everyday accessory. For a fall wardrobe that will not only last but help you feel polished, opt for a few of the basics, below. From a pair of classic sneakers you’ll wear for years to a polished blazer for the office, here are 21 refreshing pieces to stock up on now.

Totême Sassa shirt, $300, toteme-studio.com
Totême Sassa shirt, $300, toteme-studio.com
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Pixie Market white bustier shirt, $99, pixiemarket.com
Zara ribbed sweater, $30, zara.com
Zara ribbed sweater, $30, zara.com
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Sonia Rykiel long leopard-print skirt, $1,056, farfetch.com
Thom Browne short pleated skirt, $880, farfetch.com
J.Crew tie-waist shirtdress, $118, jcrew.com
Stuart Weitzman Clara leather pumps, $233, theoutnet.com
The Row minimal leather loafers, $795, net-a-porter.com
The Row minimal leather loafers, $795, net-a-porter.com
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Gola Classics women’s Coaster Velcro shoes, $65, golausa.com
Rains overcoat, $170, us.rains.com
The Arrivals Clo mini cropped leather jacket, $495, thearrivals.com
The Arrivals Clo mini cropped leather jacket, $495, thearrivals.com
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Giuliva Heritage Collection Karen single-breasted merino wool blazer, $1,832, matchesfashion.com
Agnès B. Swan green mini cardigan, $195, agnesb.us
Agnès B. Swan green mini cardigan, $195, agnesb.us
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Uniqlo cashmere crewneck cardigan, $90, uniqlo.com
Hanes vintage cotton crewneck sweatshirt, $55, kennedynewyork.com
Hanes vintage cotton crewneck sweatshirt, $55, kennedynewyork.com
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Montunas canvas backpack, $695, modaoperandi.com
Montunas canvas backpack, $695, modaoperandi.com
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Victoria Beckham Quinton quilted leather shoulder bag, $1,740, net-a-porter.com
Rouje J bag, $255, rouje.com
Rouje J bag, $255, rouje.com
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Habitual Uma high-rise leather seamed pants, $598, habitual.com
Current/Elliott Admirer high-waisted flared jeans, $265, modaoperandi.com
Baum und Pferdgarten Nicia jeans, $165, modaoperandi.com

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