I Swore I Wouldn't Buy Anything New for Fall—7 Outfits With Stuff I Already Own
In anticipation of fall this year, I made a commitment to maximize everything I already have in my wardrobe. My goal is to shop my closet this season in an effort to reduce any unnecessary shopping. It helps that I am very much a fall person through and through—my closet is already filled with almost every fall essential you can think of. This, thankfully, makes the challenge easier to pull off.
To prepare, I’ve been going through some of the fall-ready looks I have been saving on Instagram that include pieces I already own. I kept my eye out for a range of outfit ideas covering every occasion whether super casual or more elevated. I also made note of how easy it would be to mix and match the pieces so as to create a capsule collection of sorts. Keep scrolling to see the seven outfits that made the cut plus the corresponding pieces you may need to round out your own closet this fall.
Sylvie mastered a head-to-toe fall look with the help of elevated basics.
This neutral sweater is great for layerings or even tying over your shoulders.
Monikh shares my love for oversize button-down shirts worn with denim.
Tanice and I are on the same wavelength when it comes to mixing leggings with a cozy cardigan and trendy clogs.
Maja is brilliant at mixing and matching minimalist oversize pieces.
I can see myself wearing these black pants for many years to come.
This laid-back yet chic look from Camille is great for lazy weekends.
These classic rain boots will never go out of style.
TyLynn's outfit is classic combo with a simple sweater, straight-leg jeans, and ballet flats.
This outfit from Lucy is the epitome of cool-girl style this season. The look can easily be worn to a variety of occasions—just swap the shoes if it's something formal.
This statement designer dress can be worn to weddings and other elevated events.
Chunky black lug-sole boots are an easy way to add some edge.
Next up: I'm 37, But I Could See Myself Loving These Pieces at 60 Too
Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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