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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women’s.
1. A super soft and oversized corduroy button-up you can pair with a tank top to keep the fall vibes but be able to easily remove it if it gets too hot. Reviewers say it's lightweight, so you won't have to worry too much about overheating.
Promising review: "I was weary while purchasing this because I wasn’t sure how it would look in person. I was pleasantly surprised when trying this on! Nice material; not too heavy or too light. Perfect for fall weather." —Kalola
Get it from Amazon for $27.19+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 44 colors).
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2. A stylish denim jacket that perfectly blends the "too hot for a real jacket and too chilly for no jacket" weather that we deal with at the end of summer. It works well as a transition piece when you don't want to whip out your sweaters *just* yet.
Promising review: "I adore this jacket! It fits perfectly. I like wearing the sleeves rolled up, but when I wear them down they are more than long enough and I have really long arms. This can be worn with dresses, jeans, whatever! It's the perfect color." —Stacy
Get it from Amazon for $34.88+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 10 colors).
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3. A tie-front waffle-knit top so soft and lightweight, you'll wonder why it took you so long to own it with all of the warm fall days you deal with.
Promising review: "It does run big so size down if you want a tight fit, but I love this blouse. The color is accurate. It’s waffle knit so it's really comfortable. Doesn’t keep your warm because it’s thin material. Needs an undershirt for warmth on a crisp fall morning." —Rachel Harritt
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in sizes XS–2XL and in 27 colors and prints).
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4. A striped T-shirt that's practically begging to be taken out of your closet already! You can pair it with shorts or a skirt for those especially warm fall days.
Reviewers suggest ordering a size up for the perfect fit.
Promising review: "Very cute and comfortable! I like the ribbed fabric and the shirt is long enough to tuck in, but not long enough to bunch up under the waistline of your bottoms." —Emily
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 15 colors).
5. A polka-dot pleated skirt because you don't have to give up maxi skirts just yet — they work so well in the transitioning weather!
Promising review: "This skirt is well made, comfortable, and stylish! I want it in every color! If you’re debating buying this, stop debating! Buy it!" —Matthew G.
Get it from Amazon for $27.89+ (available in sizes XS–2XL and 17 colors).
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6. A tiered shift dress that could bring any autumn queen to tiers (get it? get it?). Pair it with your favorite booties and get ready to step on some crunchy leaves.
Promising review: "I can’t say enough good things about this dress! The length is great and fit is great! Perfect dress to dress up with wedges or heels or dress down with booties or sandals." —Kayla
Get it from Amazon for $20.28+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 40 colors).
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7. A bodycon dress you'll want to wear literally to any event you can think of. Dress it up with some boots, a leather jacket, and accessories for a night out or sneakers and a denim jacket for a casual day date. The possibilities are ~endless~ and you won't be overheating in the fall.
Promising review: "This dress looks FANTASTIC! I love that it can be dressed up with accessories or looks good on its own for a casual night out, a day at the beach, etc. I ordered the sleeveless navy and short-sleeve steel blue and they are both great." —Katelyn Grof
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 36 colors).
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8. A cozy waffle-knit dress that'll feel like you're being embraced all day without the suffocating inconvenience of someone literally hugging you all day.
Promising review: "This dress is so soft and comfortable! The knit is sort of a waffle-y pattern that makes the sweater so warm. The bottom two buttons are sewn shut, which is good since they don't pop open! The length is perfect and wearing this dress makes it feel like I'm wearing PJs all day!" —ChloeCabana
Get it from Amazon for $23.94+ (available in sizes M–XL and four colors).
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9. A colorful lantern sleeve midi dress because buffalo plaid is not ~groundbreaking~ enough. Wearing this dress in the fall would make Miranda Priestly so proud. 🥲
Mr. Water New York is a New York-based (surprise!) small business that sells the dreamiest clothes.
Promising review: "I got this dress for my brother's wedding. The dress is absolutely gorgeous! I've gotten so many compliments on it! It's also such lovely lightweight fabric! The wedding was outdoors in July in Texas, so I was very grateful for the light weight fabric keeping me as cool as possible given the circumstances!" —Hannah Yaklin
Get it from Mr. Water New York on Etsy for $89 (available in sizes XS–2XL).
10. A flowy sleeveless pleated dress that's made out of a silky soft rayon so you won't have to worry about the fabric clinging to your body on those exceptionally warm autumn days.
Promising review: "Love this dress! I was surprised with how much I liked the fabric. It's going to be cool and comfy for hot Florida summers. Highly recommend." —M Sester
Get it from Amazon for $33.05+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 31 styles).
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11. A ruffle blouse to look effortlessly chic at work without having to wear a stuffy blazer or button down top. Plus the keyhole design in the back is delightfully adorable!
12. A jumpsuit that adds a splash of sass and breeze (hello, exposed shoulder!) in a seemingly basic outfit. I'd definitely style this with some wedge booties and even a fun hat. I'll see *you* at the pumpkin patch.
Promising review: "I want one in every color! The material is soft and lightweight and it is so easy to wear. This is an effortless look- pick up groceries, dinner with friends, date night. Dress it up or be a sloth, either way." —Amazon customer
Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in sizes XS–3XL and eight colors).
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13. A graphic T-shirt to pair with all of your favorite oversized cardigans while you listen to "Cardigan" by Taylor Swift.
Des Indie is a small business based in Provo, Utah, that sells unique handmade graphic clothing.
Promising review: "This shirt is soft and so dang cute. The print on the shirt is amazing quality. I definitely recommend!" —Karly
Get it from Des Indie on Etsy for $21.21+ (originally $24.95+; available in sizes XS–4XL and six colors).
14. A button-down blouse so you don't have to think too hard about what you're going to wear for the day. These bold stripes basically speak for themselves. "Hello. Look at me. I exude fall energy and you're living for it." —Your shirt
Promising review: "It's too long for me to wear untucked but tucking it into high-waisted pants or a pencil skirt is perfect for work. It's not a stretchy fabric exactly but I never felt constricted as I do in other shirts. It's also not see-through so I can just wear a bra underneath and not cause a stir at the office. Great professional look, great with some cute black or green jeans for after hours — the possibilities are there. I really want to buy more!" —Hayley
Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in sizes S–2XL and 31 colors).
15. A long-sleeve shift dress breezy enough to be worn on those annoying warm autumn days. Pair any of the 41 colors with tights, booties, and a cute hat for an adorable quintessential fall look!
Promising review: "I love this dress!!! It fits just like the picture!! The color is on point from the pic too! It’s super comfortable and lightweight! I love that you can wear it casually or add some pizzazz for a night out!" —Betty B.
Get it from Amazon for $28.98+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 41 colors).
16. A versatile painters jacket so you're prepared when those 80-degree days quickly drop to 60-degree nights. Ah, we love fall.
Mien is a woman-founded and POC-owned size-inclusive and eco-friendly small business based in Los Angeles.
Promising review: "My husband and daughter gifted me this jacket because they know I like Mien clothing. It's a really simple but stylish jacket that looks artistic and unique. Large practical pockets, nice buttons and a nice loose cut. I wear it to work, over my Mien dresses. It's a classic for my wardrobe. The brown color is really nice." —H C.
Get it from Mien for $168 (available in sizes XS–3X and six colors).
17. A sleeveless tunic blouse to look put together for your next Zoom meeting, even if you're definitely wearing your ghost and pumpkin pajama pants. "What's that? No, you definitely did not see Halloween candy I prematurely bought on my lap." —You (OK, me)
Promising review: "This top is so cute! The seam around the middle creates a little flare. The sleeves are cap sleeves and so adorable! Super cute!" —Cyndi Lundeberg
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 30 colors).
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18. A pair of high-rise Levi's jeans for when you want an absolute classic pair of pants, almost guaranteed to stand the test of time, weather, and your ever-changing style.
BuzzFeed editor Melanie Aman says this: "These jeans! Where do I start? Well, first of all, they are surprisingly comfortable. They've been my go-to pair since pre-COVID times and I still wear them on days when I want to feel...normal...despite still having to work from home. They never cut into my waist and stomach — even when I sit cross legged — and in fact I often forget I'm wearing denim because they just fit so nicely. And unrelated to their comfort, I love them because 1. they cup my butt nicely and don't make it look like a pancake and 2. they're the perfect length for my short legs (long torso short legs club unite!)."
Get them from Levi's for $98 (available in sizes 23–33, three inseam lengths, and 12 colors).
19. A faux suede mini skirt you can wear on those blistering autumn days with a crop top and sneakers or on those chillier days with tights and a chunky sweater. We love a versatile ~queen~.
Promising review: "I've had this black skirt for around nine months now and it has become a staple in my wardrobe! It has very VERY small pockets, but pockets nonetheless, and it's very comfortable. The zipper is high quality, the material feels expensive, and I haven't noticed any fabric shrinkage or color fading! For me it hits around mid-thigh." —liv
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in sizes XS–2XL and 20 colors).
20. A velvet V-neck cami that'll become your designated top to wear while the weather continues to play games with those extra hot days. And what's more quintessentially fall than velvet?
Promising review: "I can't believe how great this top is for the price. Not only is it cute, but it's also comfortable and the fabric has a bit of a stretch to it and does not feel heavy at all." —Alison Wildes
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in sizes XS–2XL and in 15 colors).
21. A breathable and roomy wide-leg jumpsuit so you can get maximum comfort *and* ventilation!
Promising review: "So comfy and cute. You can wear them for running errands or anything casual yet it has style. This is a lightweight cottony fabric that fits perfectly. It’s easy to wash and I let it hang to dry so it won’t shrink, which some reviewers had reported." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in sizes XS–5XL and 14 colors).
22. A pair of wide-leg black denim because black is the best color for the season as it goes with *everything*. You can pair it with a lightweight top on warm days and still feel like you're giving off autumnal vibes.
Beginning Boutique is a woman-owned small biz based in Australia. They donate 1% off all profits to charity!
Promising review: "I’ve always struggled with finding jeans that fit my waist and my hips and these are just perfect! I love the style and they’re also very comfortable. I’ve gotten so many compliments! Definitely my favorite pair ever!!" —Marie P.
Get them from Beginning Boutique for $64.99 (available in sizes 0–12).
23. A loose fit cable knit cardigan that comes in 28 (!!!) colors so you can always have one to pair with your secretly-still-summer wardrobe.
Promising review: "Pleasantly surprised at the softness and length of this cardigan. The white is a beautiful softer white color and the arms were long enough for me, which is a plus. Looking forward to using this piece as the weather changes. Definitely a wardrobe staple that can be styled so many different ways. It is not a tight fit but not bulky either in my regular size. I'll be purchasing other colors. I'm so happy with this one!" —Amanda Youngrren
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 33 colors).
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24. A pair of baggy overalls if your ideal style can best be described as "quirky art teacher." Reviewers love how comfy and lightweight the material is!
Promising review: "I have gotten so many compliments on these overalls! I was looking for something comfortable and light enough to wear during the summer since I'm not a big fan of shorts. I'm pretty petite and it fits well and is just baggy enough. I love them so much I ordered another pair in blue!" —Cynthia Cahalen
Get it from Amazon for $16.14+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 21 colors).
25. A mock neck cropped tank top that, get this, has a built-in bra! If there is anything we ~don't~ need when it's hot outside is *more* clothing. This is a great layering top to wear under flannels and blazers, but is just perfect on its own as well.
Klassy Network is a woman-owned small business started by Natalie Rogers.
Promising review: "Obsessed with this top. I have it in black, brown, and tan. I'm a 38DDD and wear an XL with and without pads and love it. Obsessed with all her styles of tops!" —Sandybel
Get it from Klassy Network for $39.99 (available in sizes 2XS–3XL and three colors).
26. A pleated skater skirt so flowy, you'll spend all day in an apple orchard just twirling around in it. "Hi, can we extend the deadline? I'm busy twirlin' and pickin' apples." —You, in your new skirt
Promising review: "I saw this skirt on a few different bloggers. I love the fit — it’s the perfect length. I can wear it now in the summer with a tank, and then throw a denim jacket in over it in early fall. It’s a great buy!" —M. Kunkle
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 28 colors).
27. And finally, a bell-sleeve blouse to switch it up from your basic autumn blouse. The sleeves add such a level of fun and the layering is just *chef's kiss* perfection.
Promising review: "This top is perfect for what I was looking for. The fabric is nice enough that you could dress it up. But the shirt is casual enough that you could pair it with jeans. The fit is perfect." —Jenessa
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in sizes S–2XL and 31 colors).
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You when it's just one degree above 65 degrees outside in the fall:
