I'm a Fashion Editor—These Are the 8 Simple Fall Outfits I'm Trying Next Month

If you’re anything like me, then you live by the notion that you can never have too much outfit inspiration, especially when the looks are incredibly easy to re-create. Case in point: the fall outfit combinations I've been thinking about recently. As we head into the new season, I've been zeroing in on the fall essentials I'll be adding to my closet, and I'm looking to the fashion set for cool ideas on how to put them together in the coming months.

From oversize blazers with chunky boots to jumpsuits with heels to chic skirt sets, there are plenty of looks I'm ready to slip into. These outfits are all about layering closet basics in fresh ways that make them feel modern. Ahead, see eight simple fall outfits inspiring me right now that I'm planning to wear as we head into the new season.

Oversize Blazer + Boots

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As we continue to see relaxed suiting on the rise, we can expect plenty of outfits with oversize blazers this fall. The perfect way to style one? With a minidress and chunky knee-high boots.

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Silk Pajamas + Trench

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If you've collected some stylish pajamas over the last few months, simply add a trench coat and some cool sunglasses to completely transform them like Lindsay Peoples Wagner did.

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Blazer Dress + Kitten Heels

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Blazers get a few new tweaks each season. Right now, we're seeing more dress versions, which are a great easy piece. Add a pair of comfortable kitten heels, and your look is all set.

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Suiting + Boots

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Nothing is easier to throw on than a matching set. That includes all of the amazing suits that are on the market right now. As we move into fall, adding a pair of boots is the perfect transitional outfit.

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Jumpsuit + Heels

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If I'm being completely honest, jumpsuits have always intimidated me a bit, but after spotting this outfit, I'm ready to try out the trend for myself. Here, I love the subtle styling details like pushed-up sleeves and a slightly undone zipper.

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Skirt Suit + Chunky Boots

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Skirt suits are set to be one of the biggest trends this fall. Try layering a turtleneck underneath and adding a pair of chunky ankle boots.

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Blazer + Trousers + Ankle Boots

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As you can probably tell, I'm leaning heavily into easy outfit formulas. Here's another cool way to style an oversize blazer. This time, just add trousers and a pair of sleek boots.

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Leather Trench + Heels

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For a look that's instantly polished, you can't go wrong with a leather trench worn with heels. Mango is always a favorite for its stunning versions.

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This post was published at an earlier date and has been updated. Next, discover the cool finds I'm obsessing over right now.

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Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.