5 Subtle Style Mistakes That Are Aging Your Fall Outfits – and What to Wear Instead
The biggest fall style mistakes are often small details that can make an outfit feel dated or less polished. A faux leather jacket that wrinkles, a stark black-and-white combination, or a handbag that overwhelms your look can change the way your entire outfit comes together. The good news is that you don’t need to replace your wardrobe. A few thoughtful updates—like choosing structured faux leather, swapping white for ivory, or picking a more proportionate bag—can make the pieces you already own feel fresh again. Below, I’m sharing five of my favorite fall looks, with easy ideas for avoiding outdated styling choices and creating outfits that feel modern, confident, and polished.
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SHOP LOOK 1:
Cheap-Looking Faux Leather: Choose a Structured, Luxe-Looking Piece
One of the fall style mistakes I avoid is choosing faux leather that wrinkles easily or has an unpleasant smell. Those details can make a beautiful outfit look less polished. I look for a smooth, structured piece with refined details, like this burgundy Alice + Olivia jacket with its luxe gold buttons and modern high collar. I styled it with a brown midi dress and a burgundy bag for an elevated fall look. I’m wearing an XS in the jacket and dress.
BOMBER JACKET (XS) // IVORY TOP (XS) // CAPRI PANTS (XS) // SANDALS// HANDBAG // SUNNIES
SHOP LOOK 2:
High-Contrast Black and White: Try Black and Ivory
Stark white can make a black-and-white outfit feel harsh, so I like swapping it for ivory. The softer contrast looks more refined while still feeling crisp and modern. I styled my black leather bomber with an ivory strapless top, black capri pants, and a black-and-ivory snake-print bag. I’m wearing an XS in the top and capri pants.
LEATHER JACKET (XS) // TOP (XS) // TRACK PANTS (XS) // WEDGES // HANDBAG
SHOP LOOK 3:
Oversized Handbags: Choose a More Proportionate Shape
An oversized, slouchy handbag can overwhelm an outfit and make it feel less current. I prefer a medium-sized bag that holds my essentials while still looking polished. I paired my chocolate brown faux leather jacket and navy track pants with a streamlined brown handbag for a casual look that feels pulled together. I’m wearing an XS in the jacket and track pants.
SWEATER (XS) // SKIRT (24) // HEELS // HANDBAG
SHOP LOOK 4:
Bulky Sweaters Worn Untucked: Define Your Waist
A bulky sweater worn untucked at hip level can hide my waist and make my proportions look shorter. I like balancing a cozy knit with a sleeker piece, such as a satin skirt, to give the outfit shape and movement. I styled my burgundy sweater with a matching satin skirt and zebra-print heels for a polished fall look. I’m wearing an XS in both the sweater and skirt.
TRENCH COAT (XS) // JEANS (24) // BOOTS // HANDBAG
SHOP LOOK 5:
Cropped Jeans with a Gap Above Ankle Boots: Create a Clean Line
A visible strip of skin between cropped jeans and ankle boots can interrupt the line of an outfit and make it feel dated. I prefer jeans that meet the top of my boots for a more seamless look. I paired my wide-leg jeans with chocolate brown embossed ankle booties and a camel belted trench for an elegant fall outfit. I’m wearing a size 24 in the jeans and an XS in the trench.
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