10 Style Changes to make for Fall

September 10, 2026| admin| 0 Comment| 3:02 am

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Just like a hot stew wouldn’t sit well in summer, summer style won’t fit fall either. Thankfully autumn is the best season for dressing well. There’s just so many more options compared to what the restrictive, extreme weather of summer and winter will allow. So pour a piping hot pumpkin spice beverage (or not) and let’s set the table for autumnal men’s style.

Shown Very Top of Post: Suitsupply Flannel Havana Fit Suit (not in stock yet). UNIQLO Extra fine Merino Sweater. Ledbury Shirt. Gloves: similar.

#1. Turn up the texture

BR Factory Vegan Suede Bomber – $85ish
Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Blazer – $262.50 ($375)
Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Trousers – $133 ($190)
Banana Republic Italian Flannel Jacket – $448
Target Goodfellow & Co Corduroy Shirt – $35
J. Crew Cotton Moleskin Chore Jacket – $198
BR Factory Traveler Cords – $45ish

Suede (real or vegan). Corduroy. Flannel. Denim. Moleskin. Fall is the season for textures of all kinds.

Tip: Wearing multiple textures or wearing multiple garments of the same texture can be like mixing patterns. Yes it can be done, but you want significant visual contrast between each texture. Tweed blazer + corduroy trousers? Sure, that’ll work. Suede jacket and moleskin trousers? That starts to get a little hard on the eye. Corduroy shirt and corduroy trousers? Hard no. You’ll know it when you see it.

#2. Switch out desert boots for field/trench/chelsea boots

Grant Stone Edward – $395
Nunn Bush Odell II – $89.97
Clarks Aldwin – $130
Frye Paul Chukkas – $188
Rodd & Gunn Ruskin – $198
Made in Italy Bruno Magli Wingtip Boots – $199.97 ($450)
LUCA Chelsea Boots – $228
Grant Stone Diesel – $435

Chukkas are still okay, just make sure they don’t have a crepe sole like most desert boots do. Crepe has a real tendency to hydroplane on wet surfaces. So yes, the term “desert” really does kinda sorta mean desert (or at least dry conditions). Opt for something with a sole that has grip. Subtle lug, rubber stud, etc.

#3. Layer up

Lands’ End Fine Gauge Cashmere V-neck Sweater – $99.97 ($199.95) (similar)
Spier & Mackay Dark Gray Wool Suit – $448 (similar)

Tip: Thickest fabric/most structured garment goes on top. The closer you get to your skin, get thinner and more flexible. For example, the outfit above has a poplin dress shirt under an extra-fine merino sweater under a suit jacket. Breaking that progression is certainly possible (say wearing a heavier sweater than the extra-fine merino under the suit jacket). But to play it safe, start with thinner/more flexible fabrics at the base, and get thicker as you go out.

#4. Less light & bright. More dark & dashing.

Crown & Buckle Repp Stripe Supreme NATO – $30.40 ($38) 19 and 21mm only
Allen Edmonds Park Avenue with Dainite Sole – $450
- more affordable: Spier & Mackay Balmoral Cap Toes – $198
Spier & Mackay Dark Gray Wool Suit – $448 (similar)

Now is not the time for red pants. Come to think of it, summer may not be the time for red pants either. You don’t have to dress like a groupon taking hitman (guilty), but shelving the bright & pale tones for something more subdued is the way to go.

#5. Infuse some “jean” therapy

BR Factory Traveler Jeans in Slim, Athletic, or Straight Fit – $45ish
Bonobos Premium 4-Way Stretch Jeans – $111.30 ($159)
Target Goodfellow Slim Fit Jeans – $40

Jeans took a back seat for a while there. If people weren’t dressed for work or going out, then they were in athleisure. But jeans have made a real comeback. Dark wash denim in a straight, athletic, or slim but not tight fit will always be in style. Not barrel leg or boot cut. Slim to Straight. Those are timeless. Full stop.

#6. Glove up (light to midweight)

Heavy & over-insulated gloves will be too warm. But there’s still mornings when the wind is cutting a path through your commute, and you’ll want to have something covering your hands. Unlined or lightly lined gloves are the answer. Driving gloves are pretty stylized (some will raise an eyebrow at their suggestion), but they sure are perfect for cool but not bitter cold weather.

#7. Don’t fear your beard

It’s sweater weather. That can go for your face as well. Just try to keep it clean. Conditioned if possible. And take it from yours truly. Do check after meals. You never know what can get caught in there. (Above is an exaggerated dramatization, but you get the idea.)

#8. Try a Trench or Mac

BR Factory Classic Trench – $125ish ($250)
Suitsupply Water-Repellent Wool Polyurethane Raincoat – $449
Reiss Perrin Slim Fit Raincoat with Removable Gilet – $209.97 ($515)
Cardinal of Canada Raincoat – $199.97 ($495)

Truckers, bombers, and harringtons are great… but they’re not gonna work over a suit or blazer. And a winter topcoat is gonna be too warm. A trench coat or a mac will be the right weight and it’ll keep you protected from the wind and the rain. If it starts to get real cold real quick, layer a puffer vest underneath.

#9. Get a grown-up umbrella

Totes Auto Open Water Repellent Stick Umbrella – $25.20

Not something big and golf-y, or something teeny and emblazoned with a corporate logo you got for free at a conference. Opt for a classic “gentleman’s” styled umbrella with a “J” hook handle, which allows you to hang it over your wrist to go hands free.

#10. Shift your Shades

And we’re not talking sunglasses. We’re talking colors. Fall is obviously dominated by oranges, reds, browns, dark greens and grays. Those saturated colors don’t always look quite right in the dead heat of summer. Now’s the time to give them a shot.

As always there are exceptions to every rule/suggestion. Season to taste and location.