If I had to pick just one word to base my entire fall wardrobe on—hell, my year-round wardrobe—elegant would be it easily. I wouldn’t have to stress about trends and could instead focus all of my attention on timeless and sophisticated pieces that can be mixed and matched with each other effortlessly, making getting dressed a painless part of every day. If I had to bet, I’d guess many people would agree.
Running with my assumption, I thought I’d save those fellow elegance seekers some time by sharing my own fall shopping list. Of the 36 pieces currently on it—it’s always being added to—each one was hand-selected for its classic and distinguished characteristics. There are hats—pillbox, of course—and jewelry as well as footwear of all types, classic handbags of all sizes, and plenty of ready-to-wear to go around, from pencil skirts to capes to satin dresses. It’s a treasure trove for consumers who want to appear polished and stylish throughout autumn and into 2025.
Scroll down to find out what pieces made the cut.
COS
Satin Racer-Neck Mini Dress
Dresses this good don’t come around often.
Jeffrey Campbell
Hinted Pointed Toe Flat
These are especially tempting because they offer the glamour of heels with none of the discomfort.
MANGO
Wool Coat With Detachable Scarf
The year’s trendiest piece of outerwear in the year’s trendiest color? I’ll take it.
Freja
Mini Chrystie Oat
A beautiful bag shouldn’t set you back thousands.
VERONICA DE PIANTE
Ada Stretch-Knit Polo Shirt
Just wait until you feel this shirt. It’s incredible.
Zw Collection
Wool Blend Pencil Skirt
The closer the buttons, the chicer the skirt.
H&M
Hoop Earrings
No one has to know you only spent $6 on these.
tory burch
Calf Hair Jacket
I think about this blazer… a lot.
MANGO
Fitted Button-Up Shirt
The fit of this shirt makes it perfect for layering.
CITIZENS OF HUMANITY
Baretta High-Rise Straight-Leg Organic Jeans
I have these in two washes but am looking into doubling up. They are that good.
Steve Madden
Jones Platform Boot
Beautiful suede boots for the incoming colder weather.
MANGO
Asymmetric Satin Blouse
This top will make any pair of pants or skirt look 10 times chicer.
Zw Collection
Straight Leg Pants
The fit of these is so sleek and classic.
Anne Klein
Rosalind Croc Embossed Ankle Strap Sandal
Not gonna lie, these look like vintage Prada.
Zw Collection
Short Cape
Capes are on every fashion person’s wish list right now.
j.crew
Bordeaux Bag in Calf Hair
If this bag has one fan, it’s me.
ZARA
100% Leather Long Gloves
Long gloves make everything they’re paired with look chicer.
cos
Draped Balloon Midi Dress
I’m seconds away from pressing purchase on this dress.
MANGO
100% Leather Square-Toe Shoes
If you want the Phoebe Philo look for an affordable price, try these Mango pumps.
BITE
Petal Wool Coat
Elegance is an eight-letter word to describe this coat.
madewell
Top Handle Crossbody Bag in Soft Grain Leather
Stunning. Just stunning.
j.crew
Cashmere Shrunken Crewneck Sweater
If I could, I’d own this shrunken cashmere sweater in every single color available.
Saint Laurent
LA 66 Buckle Belt in Lacquered Leather
A beautiful belt will do wonders for even the simplest of outfits.
Levi’s
Dad Jeans
Trust me—the fit of these is worth a lot more than $98.
Toteme
Patent Wedge Slingback Pumps
I think about these wedges on a near-daily basis.
Heaven Mayhem
Julia Necklace
Toss this on with a fitted black tee and trousers for a perfectly sophisticated daytime ensemble.
Wilfred
Eveline Dress
Dresses like this get so much wear in my opinion.
Veda
Flynn Leather Jacket
Oh, this blazer is so good. I’m in awe.
MANGO
Wool Skirt With Slit
Burgundy is having a moment, so of course, I want pieces in the color all over my wardrobe.
Avec Les Filles
Double Breasted Topper Coat
Make it ivory, and it becomes even chicer.
GIGI BURRIS
Lauren Wool-Felt Pillbox Hat
I’m slowly but surely building an impressive chapeau collection.
J.Crew
Pearl Stud Earrings
Any elegant wardrobe needs a set of these.
TOTEME
Draped Stretch-Jersey Maxi Dress
I’ll be copying this exact styling when this dress finally makes its way into my wardrobe.
Massimo Dutti
Heeled Shoes With Instep Straps
The crossover straps add to the glamour, don’t you think?
Nordstrom
Tuxedo Jacket
j.crew
New Gwyneth Skirt in Chiffon
I’ve been waiting patiently for the Gwyneth Skirt to go sheer.
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