6 Fall Wardrobe Staples to Shop Locally
By no means am I suggesting you often ditch your comfy sweatshirt(s) and other loungewear to pull on a put-together outfit during Get Cozy season. But if you’re, say, going apple-picking, meeting friends for a seasonal brew, or catching a spooky flick in the theater, you may feel called to zhuzh things up a bit. In that case, here’s what ~I~ would do.
— by Kelsey Heintz, Managing Editor
The Button-Up
Clarke Cotton Poplin Button-Up from Na Nin
Na Nin is all about the neutral aesthetic, which lends the shop perfectly to you nailing the classic button-up look. The in-house collection offers a mix of stripes and muted colors, but I suggest going with a crisp white option that’ll pair with just about any day or night look you’re going for this season. The Clarke Cotton Poplin Button-Up is clean and unique all at once.
Denim
Mandy Straight Denim from Erma Jean
Whether you’re sticking to your skinny-jean guns or leaning way into the flare of it all, Erma Jean has something for you. Personally, I’m feeling the distressed look (always) and the straight-leg look (for now), and the Mandy Straight Denim delivers on both. Embrace a little wear-and-tear but (probably) avoid any “Did you trip on your way here?” comments from your very hilarious relatives when they visit.
By the way: Don’t forget your RVAx member perk for a discount at Erma Jean!
Sweaters & Cardigans
Beige Cable Sweater from Mod & Soul
It’s a real bummer when pool party season is over — until you realize that means you can now start swimming in your cozy, oversize sweaters. Mod & Soul specializes in boho-chic style, so the spot is a go-to shop for this relaxed, laid-back staple — both in the pullover or cardigan format. Snag the Beige Cable Sweater, and you’ll be feeling very Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen circa their So Little Time era.
Footwear
Ady Loafer from Verdalina
If you’re anything like me, you scroll and re-scroll through every new picture of Taylor Swift’s street style — the woman is unstoppable this year. And one piece I’ve seen her rock and that I keep trying to scope out for my own wardrobe is a chunky loafer. (Santa, can you hear me?) Catch me trying this caramel and gold beauty on for size. Verdalina says it all, “Mixing light-brown and metallic leathers and accented with prominent gold-tone baubles, these Rachel Comey Ady loafers are an eye-catching take on a polished shoe-collection staple.”
Outerwear
The Good Life Jacket from Sweetest Stitch
It’s not too hot and it’s not too cold, so a shacket is just right for your fall outerwear. The Good Life Jacket fits the bill and is the perfect dark olive color, too, so you’re temperature-controlled, if needed, and still likely matching well with your other autumn-y pieces.
By the way: Don’t forget your RVAx member perk for a discount at Sweetest Stitch!
A Pop of Red
Ruby Feather Blazer from Liznel
The word on the runway is red is “the shade du jour for the fall 2023 season.” Leave it to Liznel to be there for any of your pop-of-color needs, and have this Ruby Feather Blazer in tow when you need to brighten things up on a particularly gray (see: so fall) day.
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