Autumn is more than a change in the weather. It’s a season that encourages us to slow down, reset, and start afresh. Your wardrobe can be part of that reset. Instead of just pulling out last year’s bobbly jumpers on autopilot, set a style intention — a way of dressing that supports your life, reflects who you are right now, and who you want to be in the future.
To gain clarity, ask yourself three questions:
1. What’s inspiring me this season?
Inspiration doesn’t always come from shop windows. Look around, and, if you feel fancy, create a mood board or hit Pinterest
- Textures – The soft hug of alpaca, the structure of corduroy, the richness of velvet, the crispness of cotton. Autumn is full of fabrics that invite touch.
- Art & Culture – Maybe a painting’s colours, a sculpture’s shape, or even the atmosphere of a gallery visit gives you a new palette or silhouette to play with.
- Films & TV – That 70s heroine in her wide-leg trousers, or the cosy knits in your favourite drama, might spark ideas.
- Nature – Gold leaves, grey skies, forest greens. The outdoors often hands us the best colour palettes.
- Everyday moments – The creamy beige of your morning latte, the deep burgundy of a glass of red wine, even the glow of candlelight can nudge your style choices.
When you notice what’s catching your eye, you start to shape a style mood that feels personal — not just “what’s in the shops.”
2. What does my wardrobe need to do?
Fashion is fun, but clothes have a job to do. Ask yourself: what do I need my wardrobe to handle this autumn?
- Work & Social Life – Do you need outfits that move easily from meetings to dinner?
- Weekends – Are you chasing comfort and warmth for walks, family time, or lazy Sundays?
- Special events – Do you have weddings, birthdays, or holidays where you’ll want something a bit more standout?
- Gaps & basics – Is it layering pieces (tees, long-sleeved tops, great jeans) that you’re missing, or the one or two statement items that make everything else feel new?
Has your lifestyle changed, but your style has stayed the same? When you’re clear on this, you avoid buying things that just sit in the wardrobe. Instead, every piece earns its place because it makes your life easier.
3. How do I want to show up?
Clothes are so much more than functional. They shape how we feel and how others see us. Think about the message you want to send this season.
- Do you want to look polished and confident, even on your busiest days?
- Do you want to feel creative, bold, and full of colour?
- Or do you want a balance: comfortable, practical, but still very much you?
Your answer here is the anchor. It’s not about chasing trends — it’s about aligning your wardrobe with how you want to feel in your own skin.
Your autumn style intention
These three questions are a reset button. They pull your style out of autopilot and give it direction. Before you start shopping or swapping summer for winter in your wardrobe, take five minutes to jot down your answers.
That’s your style intention. And once you have it, getting dressed each day becomes easier, more purposeful, and a lot more fun.