The mornings are feeling cooler, the air is crisp and the evenings darker. Autumn is creeping in, and this is the moment when most of us stand in front of our wardrobes wondering what on earth to wear. You don’t need a full new wardrobe,—just a clever bit of layering, some seasonal swaps, and a subtle injection of autumn colour.
Here’s how to move from summer into autumn style:
1. Keep Your Summer Dresses in Play
Don’t pack away the floaty dresses yet. Slip a lightweight knit over the top, or layer with a denim jacket, utility jacket, or a quilted gilet. Add ankle boots instead of sandals and you’ve got an outfit that works in September and beyond.
2. Layer Layer Layer
Layering is the trick that makes transitional dressing easy. Think:
- Long-sleeved tops under shirts or dresses
- Knit vests and tanks tops over t-shirts
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Scarves for extra warmth and colour
- The beauty of layering is that you can peel things off when the sun suddenly makes a comeback.
3. Play With Textures
Try mixing light fabrics with something cosier. Team cotton with mohair, or silk with a bit of faux leather. The contrast gives your outfits more depth and makes them look instantly autumn-ready.
4. Colour Shift
Swap your brights for richer tones. You don’t need to ditch colour—just move towards jewel shades, deep greens, warm burgundies, and earthy neutrals. Even swapping your bag for a velvet kantha tote or a scarf in an autumn shade can shift your whole look.
5. Update Your Footwear
It’s time to retire the sandals and bring out ankle boots, loafers, or trainers in darker hues. The right footwear instantly grounds a summery outfit for cooler weather.
6. Add a Statement Outer Layer
The first chill in the air is the perfect excuse to bring out a shacket, a quilted jacket, or a lightweight coat. You’ll wear it daily until it’s time for the heavy-duty winter coats.
7. Accessories Do the Hard Work
Berets, hats, textured scarves and layered jewellery all signal the start of a new season. They give summer staples an autumnal twist without much effort.
Transitioning your wardrobe needn’t mean starting again—it’s about reworking what you’ve got, adding a few clever layers, and sprinkling in seasonal colour and texture. Small changes can make your outfits feel new, while keeping you comfortable as the British weather does its usual mood swings.
Ready to try these ideas? Our new autumn collection is full of layering pieces, rich colours, and accessories that make the shift from summer easy. Browse online now or pop into our boutique in Deal for styling inspiration—we’d love to help you find your perfect autumn look.