7 Mood-Boosting Fall Trends To Help Ward Off The Seasonal Scaries
Fall is an exciting time, sure; but dropping temperatures and disappearing daylight can make even the most bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, glass-half-full human being feel a little blue. That’s why, as October flies by, it’s important to engage in activities that keep endorphins running high: surrounding yourself with loved ones, exercising and eating well, and — if you’re us — shopping. (Of course, we’re being facetious: retail therapy is not an equivalent for actual therapy, and you shouldn’t count on it to improve your quality of life if you’re feeling legitimately down. We're also advocates for shopping with intention.)
However, if you clicked on this story, you’re probably hip to the fact that one carefully chosen purchase can be a much-needed mood-booster, and having a go-to piece that brings you cheer on a dreary day is a nice-to-have when the mercury begins to dip. And when it comes to your duds, you want the most bang for your buck; both numerically and emotionally. Bearing this in mind, we set out to find the most positive fall trends that we’ve seen this season, to ensure that your purchase has a fully rose-colored affect on your wardrobe this season. From comforting buffalo plaids to weightless sheer blouses, click through to see the pieces that will give you a reason to be cheerful on the gloomiest of days.
At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.The Positive Vibe: Comforted The Trend: Buffalo Plaid
Nothing signifies comfort and coziness more than a soft buffalo plaid. Historically the uniform of lumberjacks, it’s been adopted by the fashion crowd and injected with new colors and shapes — all while retaining the same coziness levels of its rugged forebears.
BB Dakota Eldridge Plaid Coat, $, available at Verishop
Eloquii Buffalo Plaid Sweater Column Skirt, $, available at Eloquii
Carleen Bandana Neck Blouse, $, available at CarleenThe Positive Vibe: Prepared The Trend: The Safari Shirt-Jacket
The original pocket-heavy garment, the safari coat is adorned with hideaways for all of your stuff. Nab one of this season’s safari-inspired shirt-jackets for Boy Scout-level peace of mind. (Remember: when you fail to plan, you plan to fail.)
L.L. Bean Classic Utility Jacket, $, available at L.L. Bean
Mango Pockets leather jacket, $, available at Mango
Low Classic Belted mélange wool-blend jacket, $, available at Net-A-PorterThe Positive Vibe: Seen The Trend: Hotter-Than-Hot Colorways
This season — going thoroughly against the direction of the mercury — we saw heat-inducing colorways; from neon green to magenta to Fanta-hued orange to sunny egg-yolk-yellow. With this array of eye-catching hues, fall fashion has us feeling seen, heard, and accepted.
Jonathan Simkhai Short Sleeve Ruched Front Sateen V-Neck Dress, $, available at 11 Honore
Intimately Sweet Talker Half-Slip, $, available at Free People
Lulus Snuggly Occasion Neon Turtleneck Midi Sweater Dress, $, available at LulusThe Positive Vibe: Protected The Trend: Knee-High (And Beyond) Boots
This fall, everyone is arming themselves with boots up to here. They are especially strong with skirts of any length, but no matter what your outfit, you’ll feel armored, insulated, and ready to face the world with your gams protected.
Dolce Vita Kylar Knee High Boot, $, available at Amazon
Charles and Keith Thigh High Flat Sock Boots, $, available at Charles and KeithThe Positive Vibe: Clarity The Trend: Knife Pleats
As this season’s mini-pleats are executed with knife-like precision, so will be your mental state, thanks to the addition of this crisp, linear dressing detail. Serenity now!
Delfi Collective Clara Skirt, $, available at Verishop
& Other Stories Pleated Midi Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
Ori The Asymmetric Pleated Skirt, $, available at CoEditionThe Positive Vibe: Carefree The Trend: Light-As-Air Tops
Our very own Jessica Andrews showed us the way to a carefree fall — layering up with lighter-than-air sheer blouses that won’t burden you with any kind of sartorial worry. Don’t relegate this trend to the warmer months, either — it’s the perfect way to dress up a turtleneck or a long-sleeved top.
ASOS DESIGN Sheer Balloon Sleeve Shirt, $, available at ASOS
Chloé Gathered organza blouse, $, available at Outnet
Halogen x Atlantic-Pacific Bow Collar Blouse, $, available at NordstromThe Positive Vibe: Confidence The Trend: Monochrome
The head-to-toe commitment to a single color sends a clear message to bystanders: you know what you want, and you’re not shy or wishy-washy about it. (You can also strut around with the confidence of coordination — no one’s going to argue that your outfit doesn’t match.)
Nasty Gal Ain't No Doubt About Knit High-Waisted Midi Skirt, $, available at Nasty Gal
Nasty Gal Ain't No Doubt About Knit High Neck Sweater, $, available at Nasty Gal
Topshop Boutique Green Silk Set, $, available at Topshop
Levi's 311 Shaping Skinny Corduroys, $, available at Amazon
Amazon Essentials Men's V-Neck Sweater, $, available at Amazon
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