7 Fall Outfit Formulas That Never Fail
Okay, a little secret from behind the register. The women who always look SO put together? They are NOT buying a whole new closet every season. They have a few outfit formulas they repeat over and over. Good denim. Better basics. One new piece that makes it feel like fall. That's it.
We, the gals of Jaffi's, of sound mind and very full closets, have been dressing Neptune Beach for over 25 years. These are the combos we keep coming back to. Steal them, save them, screenshot them for the next time you're staring at a full closet with nothing to wear (we've all been there).
1. The Knit Blazer + A Long Sleeve Tee + Dark Jeans + Ballet Flats
A knit blazer is the cheat code for fall. It looks tailored but feels like a cardigan, so you'll actually wear it. Keep everything under it simple: a fitted tee and a dark wash. Ballet flats keep it from feeling too serious.
Shop it: Rory Knit Blazer, Santa Monica Elbow Sleeve Tee, AG Saige Wide Leg Crop, Reese Ballet Flat
2. The Suede Jacket + A White Tee + Bootcut Jeans + Something Square Toe
If you buy one new jacket this fall, make it suede (faux is totally fine, and honestly better for Florida humidity). It instantly makes a white tee and jeans look like an outfit. A bootcut with a square toe flat is our favorite way to wear it right now.
Shop it: Henry Faux Suede Jacket, Surina Deep V Long Sleeve Tee, AG Angel Low Rise Boot, Suede Square Toe Reese
3. The Cardigan + A Tank + Wide Leg Black Jeans
The easiest outfit on this list, and the one we wear the most. Start with a tank you love (we're forever loyal to NUD), throw a cardigan over it, and finish with a wide leg black jean. Button the cardi when it's chilly, wear it open when it's not. Done.
Shop it: Giada Cardigan, NUD Apparel tanks, AG Adira Low Rise Wide Leg, Dolce Vita Merit Slide
4. The Cashmere Sweater + Silky Pants + Flats
This is the formula for when you want to look dressed up without trying very hard. Something cozy on top, something with a little shine on the bottom. The mix of textures does all the work for you. Wear it to dinner on the water and nobody has to know you're basically in loungewear.
Shop it: Tori V Neck Cashmere Sweater, Beachfront Silky Pant, Reese Ballet Flat
5. The Mock Neck + Coated Jeans + A Statement Jacket
For girls' night, date night, any night. A mock neck is sleek and simple, so let the jeans and jacket be the fun part. Coated denim gives you the leather pant look without the leather pant sweat (you're welcome).
Shop it: Jeannie Mock Neck Blouse, 7 For All Mankind Callie Straight in Coated Brown, Faux Fur Short Jacket, Dolce Vita Rosha Heel
6. The Shift Dress + A Jacket + Flats
Don't put your dresses away just because it's October. A shift dress is your new go-to for brunch, showers, and anywhere you'd normally overthink it. Add a jacket for the AC and you're set.
Shop it: Tahlia Shift Dress, Faux Suede Jaime Jacket, Suede Square Toe Reese
7. The Matching Set + A Cocoon Cardigan + Cozy Mules
Sundays, travel days, school pickup. A matching set looks pulled together even when you're not, and a long cardigan over it makes it feel like a real outfit. Slip on some fuzzy mules and call it a day.
Shop it: Maggie Off Shoulder Pullover, Ariana Pant, Vera Cocoon Cardigan, Claude Lounge Mule
Final Thoughts
The secret was never more clothes. It was always knowing what goes with what (groundbreaking, we know). Start with denim that fits you right, stock up on basics you'll wear on repeat, then add one or two new pieces each season to keep it fun. And if you ever get stuck, come see us. Building outfits is our favorite part of the job.
XOXO,
the gals at Jaffi's
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