Vintage-Inspired Autumn Outfits & Clothing

What Changes in Autumn

The silhouette stays the same; the weight goes up. A summer cotton swing dress becomes a wool-blend one, a cotton blouse becomes a fine knit, and the petticoat comes out because the fabric already holds the skirt. That is the whole shift.

What's in the Edit

Wool-blend dresses in plain colours and in check and tartan, warm enough to wear with opaque tights.

Knitwear — fitted cardigans and jumpers that layer over a dress without adding bulk. Shop knitwear.

Coats and jackets cut full enough to sit over a swing skirt. Shop coats and jackets.

Tailoring — waistcoats and tweed separates for layering. Shop waistcoats.

Accessories — berets, gloves and scarves. Shop hats, gloves and scarves.

Autumn Colours and Patterns

The palette moves to rust, forest green, mustard, burgundy and brown, and the patterns move from gingham and florals to tartan, houndstooth and windowpane check. This is also where dark academia and old money dressing sit most comfortably.

Building an Autumn Outfit

Start with a wool-blend dress, add a fitted cardigan, and finish with opaque tights and a low heel. If the day turns, a waistcoat under a coat adds warmth without a second layer on the arms. For colder months, see our winter range.