Choose the right fabrics. You want something that can keep you warm. Avoid linens, silks, and light cottons. Not only are they too light for fall, but they are also often associated with warmer weather. The fabrics that are the most suitable for fall are:
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How to Dress for Fall
This article was co-authored by Kathi Burns, CPO®. Kathi Burns is a board certified Professional Organizer (CPO) and Founder of Organized and Energized!, her consulting business with a mission to empower people to master their environment and personal image by assisting them in taking control, making change and organizing their lives. Kathi has over 17 years of organizing experience and her work has been featured on Better Homes and Gardens, NBC News, Good Morning America, and Entrepreneur. She has a BS in Communication from Ohio University.
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The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting darker and longer – and it’s getting colder! Well, have no fear! This article will guide you through looking great for fall.
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Choosing the Right Clothes
Plan on layering your clothes. Temperatures fluctuate greatly during the fall. Mornings will be chilly, afternoons will be hot, and evenings will be cool again. If you are at work or at school all day long, you may not have the time to change your clothes. The best way to manage this is by wearing layers, which you can take off as the day grows warmer.
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Layers are a great way to stay comfortable when the weather is transitioning. [1] X Expert Source
- Wear a lacy tank top under a long-sleeved shirt with a scooped neckline. The lace will peep out from under the neckline, giving you a feminine look while keeping you warm.
- Wear a plaid, button-up shirt over a white tank top or short-sleeved shirt. For a classic fall look, pair this with some jeans and work boots.
- Consider layering jumpers or knitted dresses over a long-sleeved shirt and some tights or leggings.
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Choose appropriate outerwear. The mornings and evenings during fall are usually cold, while the afternoons are warm. Because of this, you want to wear something over your shirt that can be easily taken off. Here are some suggestions:
- If you live in a place that is relatively warm during the fall, wear light coats, cardigans, and sweaters. Avoid anything too thick or warm.
- Invest in a leather jacket if you want a timeless piece you’ll be able to wear over and over. [2] X Expert Source
- If you wear skinny jeans, you can tuck them into a pair of boots.
- Pair a wool or tweed skirt with a pair of dark, solid-colored tights or leggings.
- Got cozy and comfortable with a pair of Uggs or other fur-lined bulky boots.
- For cool, damp falls, opt for a pair of Doc Martens or other combat, military, or work boots.
- If you live in a place that gets warmer weather during fall, you can wear canvas shoes, such as Chuck Taylors, Toms, or Vans.
- You can also wear some fashionable riding boots, knee-high boots, or calf-length boots.
- For hats, try a newsboy cap, or hats made from felt or tweed.
- For scarves, try something made from flannel with a solid or plaid pattern. Avoid wearing wool or knitted scarves, unless you live in a cooler climate.
- Gloves are the most versatile. Consider wearing some suede or leather gloves. If you live in a warmer climate, try on a pair of finger-less gloves.
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Method 2
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Choosing the Right Look
- Dark colors, such as burgundies, navies, and plums.
- Neutral colors such as browns, grays, and blacks.
- Earth tones, such as browns, tans, beiges, forest greens, dark greens, and olive greens.
- Warm colors based on the fall leaves, such as creams, gold, bronze, dark reds, and dark oranges.
- Consider wearing dark florals instead. An example of dark florals is anything with a black, navy, plum, or burgundy background. Flowers that work well with fall include roses, thistle, and pansies.
Choose the right fabrics. You want something that can keep you warm. Avoid linens, silks, and light cottons. Not only are they too light for fall, but they are also often associated with warmer weather. The fabrics that are the most suitable for fall are:
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Leather [3] X Expert Source
Ashley Kahn
Wardrobe Stylist Expert Interview. 30 September 2020.
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Frank Ocean’s in, so is Tom Holland: welcome to Normcore’s well-worn new wave
I recently found myself watching an Instagram Live hosted by the very, very, very in street photographer Daniel Arnold. Sat in a quiet loft with Big Manhattan Sunlight pouring through the windows, the Empire State framed stoically in the background, Arnold, bearded and looking quite tired, sat alone signing copies of his now extremely sold-out debut photo book, Pickpocket.
Arnold’s photos, both on the street and for clients like Vogue and Prada, stand out: odd, candid, chaotic, heavy on flash and intrigue – Kim Kardashian’s metallic derrière ricocheting from a Contax flashbulb at the Met Gala. How did he do that? But his clothes are more understated. He was wearing a red beanie placed, Bushwick-style, precariously on his head; a vintage grey Nike hoodie splattered with paint and faded loose denim. Clothes that looked regular, but also cool; well-worn and personal, the kind of contemporary artist (or at least someone with a standing desk and a deep interest in fonts) uniform that has spread from Brooklyn to Berlin to Paris Fashion Week and the thirstiest corners of the internet. It’s normal dressing – normcore dressing – but with a curatorial edge that sets it apart from earlier iterations. “Oh this piece? It was from a little vintage spot. Don’t worry about it. The paint? Oh yeah, I paint a bit. You could say I paint.”
Claudio Lavenia
The term Normcore first started to crop up sometime in 2013. Ancient history in online fashion terms. Google says it can be attributed to a trend forecast agency called the K-Hole, which is nice for them. They initially described the aesthetic as moving “away from a coolness that relies on difference to a post-authenticity coolness that opts into sameness.” Cool! Key items were Blue jeans, New Balance, lots of grey. Season four Jerry Seinfeld, but with fewer rare Nike trainers. Steve Jobs in Issey Miyake, so dedicated to making the iPod click wheel a bit more intuitive that he wore the same thing for decades. Remember all the fuss about capsule wardrobes?
But the world has changed a lot since then. We’ve been through minimalism, maximalism, Logomania, Workwear, a new taste for vintage; Tech Bro, Gorpcore, more workwear and dressinglikeshitwhenworkingfromhome-ism. Everyone realised that capsule wardrobes were dreadful and limiting. Normcore’s return is about addition rather than subtraction, a pride in eclectic taste. It’s a medley of styles defined by clothes that look like the wearer actually has… worn them! Luxurious in their worn-in-ness.
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Bring a lightweight, brimmed hat for sun and rain, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Interestingly, the intensity of the sun in Alaska on a peak summer day is probably equivalent to a spring day in the Lower 48, because of the lower angle of the sun in the subarctic regions. But due to the long summer days, there are twice as many hours of daylight, so you definitely want to protect your skin. Remember your sun exposure will be significantly amplified when you spend time near snow or ice, or a boat deck overlooking the water. Glacier excursions on sunny days are notorious for causing sunburns.
Yes, bugs can be a bother in Alaska, especially on calm days along coastal beaches and in the backcountry. Mosquitoes, black flies and the tiny-but-persistent no-see-ums may seek you out for a quick bite. But don’t worry! Bug repellent brands with the active ingredient of Deet work well and will almost always keep the pests at bay. (Check out our Alaska Mosquitoes advice page.) Consider buying a lightweight bug net that will fit over your brimmed hat and protect your face, ears and neck. These inexpensive items—sold throughout Alaska in the camping sections of grocery stores and by outdoor specialists—are airy and pleasant and fit in a shirt pocket.
Gloves
Even on a warm summer day, it can get pretty chilly when your ship pulls up to a glacier. While you won’t need a parka or anything winter-weight, a cheap pair of thin gloves will be worthwhile. Synthetic liner gloves, often made from polypropylene, work great and dry fast if they get wet. If anything, you’ll be able to spend more time out on deck taking great photos.
Never bring new shoes to Alaska—you’ll be walking a lot, and don’t need blisters. We’d rather see you in old tennis shoes that are well-worn than fancy boots that have never been taken out of the box. If you want waterproofing, look for Gore-Tex socks that can slip over your regular, non-cotton socks. If you’re going to invest in hiking shoes, we advise against old-fashioned heavy hiking boots. They’re heavy, stiff, and can cause blisters. Instead, get yourself a comfortable pair of lightweight hikers with good traction—two pairs, actually, in case one gets wet. And break them in before you come!
Should you be prepared to dress up when going out?
Only if you want to. The state’s motto for attire might be—Come as you are! Alaskans almost always dress casually, especially during the summer outdoor season when the emphasis is on staying comfortable and dry. Most restaurants, museums and retailers welcome patrons in the same garb they used for that day’s afternoon hike or fishing outing or shopping excursion. Unless you’re attending a special event or visiting (the rare or non-existent) venue with a dress code, the same clothing you might wear to a movie theater or to a low-key social event back home will be fine for most indoor or evening activities.
Buy or Rent
If you don’t want to purchase gear prior to your Alaska vacation you have a few options. The folks at Alaska Outdoor Gear Outfitter & Rentals will put together custom gear rental packages for your trip to Alaska. Or, you can stop by local shops and purchase gear once you’re here! The Hoarding Marmot is a consignment in Anchorage offering gently used outdoor gear. You’ll find running shoes, trail shoes, guidebooks, outerwear and more. You can also purchase high-quality clothing and gear from Big Ray’s which has locations in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Kodiak. 6th Avenue Outfitters is located in Anchorage and offers Alaska-worthy gear and everything you need for fishing available to rent or buy.
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