Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women’s.
1. A cardigan dress for those days when you think, "Hmmm, I kinda wanna wear a dress, but I also kinda wanna wear a cardigan."
It can be worn as a longer-length cardigan as well!
Promising reviews: "Such a fun look. I sized up because I wanted a casual, cool girl fit. The red is gorgeous." —CassSCL
"I really love this dress! It fits really well and when I wore it to work I got lots of compliments!" —Sky
Get it from Eloquii for $99.95 (available in sizes 14–28 and two colors).
2. A tie-waist batwing sweater dress you could probs pull off as elevated loungewear because it's soooo cozy.
Promising review: "I love everything about this sweater dress. Fabulous orange color, great workmanship, and thick knit feel. It fits better than I expected. The hem rests about three inches above my knees and I'll be wearing it with tights/slim-fit pants and ankle boots, etc. You can cover up or reveal as much as you wish or don't wish — this is a classic piece and a must-have. I'm going for the blue one next." —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 26 colors).
3. An upcycled overall minidress that would be right next to the word "trendy" in the dictionary.
Sustainable Maria is a Milwaukee-based, Black woman-owned upcycled clothing shop.
Promising review: "I’m absolutely in love with this dress and the seller was so communicative and helpful!" —kitty szekely
Get it from Sustainable Maria on Etsy for $120+ (available in sizes 0–20 and three designs).
4. A hot cold-shoulder dress because even though your heart says it's fall, the weather may say, "We're still giving summer temps."
Promising reviews: “Fits and looks just like the photo. I went with my normal size.” —Melanie Reed
"This dress is awesome." —Adwoa sarpong attakorah
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in sizes L Plus–5XL Plus and in 19 colors).
5. A pair of buttery leggings — a MUST-HAVE that reviewers claim are comparable to high-end Lululemon leggings.
Promising review: "I have purchased other leggings from Amazon and I have several pairs of Lululemon leggings. I can say that these are the most comparable I've found to high-end, name brand leggings, including fit, construction, texture, and CUTEness. I will definitely be purchasing these in every color and pattern so that I'm stocked up on my workout wardrobe!" —Dawna
Get them from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes XS–3X and various colors/patterns and inseam lengths).
6. Or a pair of ruched leggings that'll serve as your go-to errand-running 'fit because they're lightweight and buttery smooth.
Promising review: "I love, love, love these leggings!!! So comfy and cute. They are soft and stretchy. I am usually between a M or L in leggings, and the medium is perfect. I am buying another pair!" —Heidi
Get them from Aerie for $34.96 (originally $49.95; available in sizes XXS–XXL; short, regular, and long lengths; and three colors).
7. A balloon sleeve sweater dress if you're starting to peruse the internet for some great holiday 'fit options.
Promising review: "Very happy with this white sweater dress. It’s more on the looser fit side, but I didn’t mind that. You can also wear it with a cute belt. Looks very cute with tall boots." —Amy George
Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and 19 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
8. A cutout ribbed dress aka the perfect amount of sporty and sexy. It looks fab with sneakers, heels, and boots!
I am obsessed with this dress. I'm about to go purchase it in more colors that's how much I love it. It's not see through, and you can successfully wear a bra (with straps) without them showing. The cutout worried me a bit since I don't always love a cutout, however, this one was placed perfectly and looked great. Highly recommend snagging this in several colors!
Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 23 colors).
9. A super comfortable linen sweater for feeling like you're wrapped in an oversized, chunky blanket. TBH, it's so cozy you'll probs struggle to take it off before bed...
Bliss Linen is a Lithuanian small biz on Etsy creating a variety of linen clothing and accessories, from loungewear and sweaters to aprons and dresses.
Promising review: "Oh my god, this exceeds all my (very high) expectations! It's PERFECT! Absolutely gorgeous as well as lightweight and soooo comfortable. I'm ecstatic." —Sibylle Leon
Get it from Bliss Linen on Etsy for $109 (available in sizes XS–XXXL and six colors).
10. A striped turtleneck featuring gold buttons that elevate it from a basic striped sweater to something that looks like you shelled out some big bucks.
Reviewers recommend sizing up if you want a roomier fit!
Promising review: "I love how soft this sweater is. It's great quality for the price. Looks great and feels comfortable. It is not itchy at all." —AJ
Get it from Amazon for $41.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 17 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
11. An oversized teddy bear coat people will quite literally need to rip off of you because you won't be able to stop wearing it.
This is a fave of BuzzFeed Shopping editor Kayla Boyd. Here's what she has to say about it:
"I got this faux-shearling jacket for Christmas, and I have worn it tons since! It is soft, cozy, warm, and pretty much everything I want in a jacket. I love that it fits oversized so I can easily wear it over a sweater or hoodie. The front pockets are deep and easily fit my phone without feeling like it's going to fall out. And of course, I think it's really cute and stylish.
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 35 colors and styles).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
12. A ribbed knit pencil skirt perfect as a cozy suitable-for-work wardrobe piece that's also comfortable to lounge in. Who knew skirts could be loungewear?!
Promising review: "Love the fit of this skirt! Material is soft and stretchy. The color is beautiful as well." —Amylia Coover
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 23 colors).
13. An oversized sweater dress you'll adore because it checks off both boxes on your list of wardrobe must-haves: comfort ✔️ and cuteness ✔️.
14. Spanx faux leather leggings that are just begging to be worn during your next night out on the town. This iconic pair of legwear isn't see-through!
One of our editors, Heather Braga, *loves* the fall, almost as much as she loves these leggings — here's her take: "I splurged on these, and I don't know why I waited so long! They're super soft on the inside, edgy on the outside, and just freakin' fabulous. I love pairing them with an oversized sweater for a look that's stylish but still cozy during the winter and wearing them with a denim jacket and a graphic tee in spring and fall."
Promising review: "Spanx are comfortable — I could even lift and stretch in these! Breathable as well! They give great shape and DO NOT camel toe! No wrinkling/scrunching of that area! They do have more silvery sheen to them and a waistband (which give a more casual look)." —Nordstrom Customer
Get it from Nordstrom for $98 (available in sizes XS–XL petite, XS–XL straight, and 1X–3X plus)
15. Or a pair of fleece-lined faux leather leggings for a cool pant option that's chic and will keep you toasty warm.
Promising review: "I purchased these faux leather leggings during a late-night Amazon shopping spree. They don't look faux at all, are well-made, and I receive compliments on them every time I wear them. They are also extremely comfortable and fit like a second skin. They are super warm so I probably would not wear in warmer weather but are perfect for the fall and winter. They shape well and stay put! There is no rolling or slipping down with these babies. Put them on and they are going to stay where you put them. I love them!" —Kelly C. Albanese
Get them from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes XS–4XL, regular and tall lengths, and in seven styles).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
16. A flowy-but-fitted ruffled wrap dress because a formfitting dress doesn't have to skimp out on frills. This one has the perfect amount of ruffles.
Promising review: "Usually I find that the clothing off Amazon doesn’t always fit well but this dress fit basically perfectly! It is pretty true to size. The fabric does not have any stretch at all so you want to be sure to order the right size. Also, the color is a little more vibrant than the picture on the site." —Tori H
Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in sizes S–XL and 16 colors/styles).
17. A long cardigan you can feel confident tossing on over a lightweight top since it'll cover your arms and your rear. Take that gusty winds.
Promising review: "My wife wears it every night before she goes to bed. She reads books in it and around the house. She says it's very comfortable and keeps her warm." —Warren Brenner
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 17 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
18. A crewneck pullover — a classic top option you seriously can't go wrong with in your closet.
Promising review: "This is the best sweater! The brown and charcoal are perfect for fall/winter. Can’t recommend enough!" —AndreaColo
Get it from Target for $17.50 (originally $25; available in sizes XS–4X and 12 colors).
19. A balloon-sleeve waffle sweater so you won't feel constricted during any fall activities. Balloon sleeves are the greatest addition to any sweater. Don't believe me? Order this and thank me later.
Reviewers say this one size sweater fits up to an XXL.
Promising review: "This is my first time reviewing a product, but I think this product deserves more! The quality feels great; it’s not itchy or anything. It’s very warm and very oversized, exactly how I want it to fit. I’m usually a large to XL, and it was still very baggy on me. There’s a slight turtleneck, which I thought was an additional plus to the sweater! Overall, I think this is a great investment if you’re looking for something warm and oversized!" —Vivian
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in one size and 19 colors/styles).
20. A popular long-sleeve turtleneck sweater with a quirky asymmetrical hem that'll make any outfit feel like fall. So many people love this sweater that it has over 17,300 5-star ratings!
Promising review: "OBSESSED! I am SO happy I ended up ordering this sweater! I had seen all the Instagrammers rave about it. It’s thinner than I thought, which is great for layering. The material is great and I love the look. I’ve already ordered two more colors and can’t recommend it enough!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 33 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
21. A comfy off-the-shoulder jumpsuit for an easy outfit option you can throw on with some fun accessories.
Promising review: "Love this jumpsuit! The material is great quality, not sheer at all, and feels soft. The top can be worn as a normal top with sleeves or you can wear it off the shoulders for a different look. I’m a big fan of the jogger-style legs and how they taper at the bottom. I often wear this as a casual outfit around the house, but it’s also easy to dress up for a night out! Fits true to size." —Jen G
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in sizes S–3XL and 31 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
22. A loungewear set if your ideal WFH outfit includes being comfy while simultaneously being aesthetic. Wear the top and bottoms together or as separates for even more look options!
Promising review: "It's a thick, cozy waffle material that you will want to lounge in all day and night! I'm a WFH mama, so I don't really get dressed up every day and this is such a great alternative because I still feel cute but am also comfortable! Great set all around. Highly recommend!" —danielle comstock
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 32 colors/styles).
23. A knit turtleneck sweater you'll wear during all your fall festivities like pumpkin and apple picking.
Promising review: "Love this sweater! Perfectly oversized and cozy. You can dress it up or dress it down." —Chris
Get it from Amazon for $29.88+ (available in sizes S–XL and 43 colors/patterns).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
24. A Levi's denim sherpa jacket because you're not quite ready to say goodbye to your summer denim jacket but definitely need something that'll keep you much warmer. This is the perfect solution.
Promising review: "I live in this jacket! This jacket is amazing — it is so comfortable and looks cute with every outfit! The sherpa lining is on the front and back torso plus the neck, and the sleeves have a different soft lining. Note that it does run small, so order a size up. It is quite warm, so I don't usually wear it indoors or else I'll overheat. Easy, comfortable, and cute!" —Eileen Eisen-Cohen
Get it from Amazon for $49.98+ (available in sizes XS–4X and in seven colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
25. A corduroy button-down shirt in case you're hoping to create a capsule wardrobe this fall and want something that'll be easy to layer and wear with practically anything in your closet.
Promising review: "This is literally a new favorite piece from my closet. I ordered one, and I basically live in it — so, I am ordering a few more as we speak. It’s my favorite thing to throw on to assemble a cute, casual look!" —CW
Get it from Amazon for $27.19+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 44 colors, patterns, and styles).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
26. An oversized sweater with mega varsity vibes you'll wear all fall long.
Promising review: "Soooo cozy!!! This sweater was better than I expected. As a plus-size woman, it can be hard to find 'oversized' sweaters, but this one fit perfectly. I highly recommend. I bought a 5XL but could easily have gone down a few sizes for a more fitted look." —Stephanie Massalone
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in sizes XL–5XL and in 10 colors).
27. A fuzzy three-piece loungewear set so you can upgrade your over-worn collegiate crewneck and leggings for something that's cozy AND looks cute.
Promising review: "I am living in this. I love this three-piece set. I feel like a housewife when I wear it. Lol. It's not the most amazing quality, but it's really good for the price. It's so soft." —Panda Time
Get the three-piece set from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 26 colors/styles).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so if you're a Prime member, you can order it and try it out before committing to the price. If you don't love it, send it back and you won't be charged.
28. A stylish knitted sweater perfect for pairing with any wash of denim jeans you own. Grab your fave handbag and you're ready to take on the day in true fashionista style.
Beginning Boutique is a woman-owned small business based in Brisbane, Australia, that sells an array of gorgeous apparel.
Promising review: "So comfy, love the oversized fit, and it's so cozy and snug. Love the color and design. Great for layering and as loungewear." —Christine C.
Get it from Beginning Boutique for $74.99 (available in sizes S/M and M/L and in three colors).
29. A fleece pullover you'll ~fall~ in love with wearing so much your friends will start to wonder if you own any other clothing. *Plugs ears and continues to wear this cozy pullover forever and ever.*
Promising review: "I love this sweater!!! It has the coolest button detail that you can button all the way up or have loose like my pictures. It’s incredibly soft, and it's amazing quality! I highly recommend this!! If you’re on the verge of sizes, just go up a size because you can’t go wrong with oversized right now!" —Stephanie Mason
Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 10 colors).
30. A pair of baggy overalls so casually cool they require zero outfit planning to rock. Throw them over a basic short or long-sleeve tee, and head out the door.
Promising reviews: "My new capsule wardrobe staple. These overalls will quickly become your favorite WFH office wear. The navy blue is beautiful, and I can dress it up or pair with a tube top for puttering around in the yard. **Cold wash/drip dry so far to avoid shrinkage** Pros: linen, lightweight, loose fit, cool and breathable. Cons: none yet." —teaseapea
"If you've been hesitant about whether or not to buy these, then this is your official sign to just do it!! I kept these in my 'saved for later' cart for nearly a year before finally deciding to take the leap, and oh my GOSH I am so glad I did! This is officially my favorite pair over overalls and absolutely perfect for fall. They're so comfortable, and I most certainly will be ordering more in other colors" —Nathan R Ford
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes S–3XL and 21 colors/patterns).
31. A maxi shirt dress that can be worn on its own as a long dress or styled over other fashion pieces as a ~duster coat~.
Promising review: "I am in love with this dress! The quality is good, it is well sewn, and the fabric is soft and comfortable. It is oversized but not sloppy. I will wear it with a belt." —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $26.88+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 16 colors).
32. An A-line pinafore (aka an overalls dress) that will have you looking as cute as the pumpkin you're about to pick from the pumpkin patch.
Promising review: "I read about this in a BuzzFeed article that said best, cheapest things to buy on Amazon right now. I was skeptical because I've ordered from Romwe before and not loved their products (they were sooo small.) This fit as expected, and I got SO many compliments on it. I can wear it all through fall and I've already worn it out in the summer!" —Brandon Alexander
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 13 colors).