Our Massive Fall Sweater Shopping Guide

With the leaves turning and the days already dimming way too early, our natural penchant for sweater hunting is undeniable. And good for us—and you!—that this fall and winter has unraveled a venerable bounty of knitted essentials. We can't remember an autumn where sweaters actually factored so heavily into our cold-weather wardrobe rotation. From super-chic cardigans and classic Fair Isle, to pretty patterns, stripes, and more avant-garde stitch styles, fall's biggest batch of sweaters and pullovers offer a myriad of options for cozying up and keeping the cold at bay. Click through for your ultimate fall sweater shopping guide...just be sure to make some room in your closet beforehand!

Above, from bottom left: American Apparel Unisex Small Stripe Sweater

Above, from left: Topshop Knitted Fair Isle Sweater

Above, from left: Rachel Rachel Roy Fringe Shoulder Cardigan

Above, from left: Forever 21 Shawl Collar Cardigan

 

Above, from left: James Perse Open Stitch Boxy Sweater






Above, from left: IRO Cashmere Blend Sequined Seater

Steal This Cool Girl's Denim Look Now

Seriously, what is with this weather? We've pulled out the wool coats, unpacked the scarves, and might have even started mitten shopping, when suddenly, we're reaching under the bed for our shorts. Today's high is supposed to reach an unseasonal 69 degrees, which is why we want to emulate our new intern, Kat George, who rocked a denim-on-denim look with a sheer blouse, high-heeled Doc martens, a slouchy black purse, and of course, the requisite jeans and shearling jacket. George, who's Australian by birth, just hopped the globe from Melbourne by way of London, where she's very used to Mother Nature being super-schizo. She helped us round up 5 pieces to copy her look. Now if you could only hear her accent…

Check out these five finds to snag this Aussie's cool denim look:

Essential #1: Denim and Shearling Jacket—Comfortable, easy, and amazingly priced, this denim number is the perfect fall piece—warm enough to wear in November, but not too hot for now.

Essential #2: Dark Wash Denim Jeans—You've had these forever...or at least that's what you can tell your friends. Kinda cropped and majorly beat up, these babies are vintage, even though they're brand new.

Essential #3: Sheer Oxford Blouse—Even if you didn't think you'd be wearing a sheer blouse right about now, you have to acknowledge that this number works, especially layered over your favorite white tank.

Essential #4: Natural Cheek Stain—Oh my, what healthy cheeks you have! Yeah we know you're wearing makeup, but everyone else will think you've just got a natural glow.

Essential #5: Black Patent Combat Heels—We're not gonna even try to substitute the exact boots that Kat's rocking right—sometimes the original really is the best.

Your Guide To Fall Skirts New Era

You'd think that with all the incredible slouchy trousers, high-waisted pants, and gorgeous dresses spilling out of our closets this autumn, we couldn't possibly make room in there for some skirts. Well, you'd be wrong. This fall and winter is definitely a major skirt season with everyone from Phillip Lim and Rag & Bone to Céline and Dries van Noten giving us all manner of versions to literally lust for. Unlike dresses, skirts require a bit more mixing and matching, especially considering the daring lengths that are giving this classic closet staple new life. But given our five categories that are leading the season—knee-length, mini, maxi, full, and pencil we're positive you'll get plenty of incentive to switch up your pants and jeans routine for something entirely more interesting.

Above, from left: Pleasure Doing Business Metallic Stripe Miniskirt

Above, from left: Apiece Apart Pencil Skirt

Above, from left: Burberry Prorsum Ruched Jersey Pencil Skirt

Above, from left: Topshop Zippy Flippy Skirt

Above, from left: Diane von Furstenberg Belle Skirt

Above, from left: Zara Printed Knee-Length Skirt

SHIRTS FIT FOR FASHION

 

We all have our favorite, love-worn, slightly off-color T-shirts...but who says you can't have more than one? Especially when we have a fresh spring crop of striped, shrunken, graphic, and even lace options galore that will make any chill day feel a little more special. Having searched every retail closet we could find, we've brought together a whole new batch of faves that are fit for any fashion-savvy girl's tee party.