Beauty

Best Fall Looks For You – Fashion Classics You Need To Own

FITTED JACKET

A great tailored jacket -- fitted to show off feminine curves, not a baggy masculine style -- will pair with everything from work trousers to jeans.

A jacket adds structure to your figure: gives curvy girls more angular lines, creates waistlines for boyish figure types and smooths out lumps and bumps for all shapes.

Choose traditional fall jacket fabrics like tweed, corduroy, denim or menswear plaids; or go deluxe with velvet, leather, or brocade.

White Shirt

Sounds basic, but a crisp, long-sleeve white shirt is a building block of your fall wardrobe.

The varieties are endless -- cotton with stretch, fitted silhouettes, cuff and sleeve details, collar variations -- but they all work under everything from cardigans to jackets or on their own with wide-leg trousers. Looking for something affordable? Try Banana Republic or Kohl’s.

Turtleneck Sweater

Neckline trends come and go -- cowl necks, plunging Vs, henleys -- but a turtleneck sweater has earned its place as a classic. Here's why:

The turtleneck brings your face into focus.
A mock turtleneck is a good option if you don't like the bulk of a true turtleneck (it's the same height, only the fabric doesn't fold back over).
Stick with cozy, touchable materials for your turtleneck sweater because anything itchy or scratchy is unbearable on your sensitive neck area.
The black turtleneck is the ultimate classic because it creates a blank palette to show off wonderful necklaces, cuff bracelets or just a pretty face.

Tall Boots

Knee-high boots make great sense for fall because they let you get more wear out of everything from skinny jeans to miniskirts.

Tuck in slim trousers for a young look or layer on opaque tights with a skirt or dress to keep out the chill.

Choose a mid-heel height for the most trend-proof look (something 2 inches or less).

Brown boots are a great choice if you wear lots of denim; black pairs with almost everything.

Large Leather Bag

Bags get bigger with cooler weather because you have more to carry (umbrellas, wraps, hats).

The leather bag doesn't have to be boring -- there are logoed styles, patent, exotic skins, quilting, bold hardware, bright colors and much more -- but the most classic looks have a ladylike feel to them and understated luxury.

Unlike an in-today/out-tomorrow "It" bag, the large leather bag will be your faithful friend for years. This is one splurge where you'll get lots of mileage on your investment.

Before you buy – useful tips to get the most out of your dollar

Fall is about layering and the jacket is essential. For year-to-year wear, stick with tailored styles like the one-button blazer and casual jean jackets. Tweed, suede and corduroy are favorite jacket materials for tailored or casual. The general trend over the past few years leans toward snugger fits (no baggy looks) and vintage-y touches (suede patches on the elbow, bomber jackets, "worn" looks).

Wearing pants in cooler weather is largely a practical matter (keeps legs warmer!), but they impart tons of style, too. For maximum wear, stick with jeans with a lower waist and slight flare (or bootcut) in a darker wash. Tailored pants in menswear prints are a great investment, just remember to go with traditional silhouettes that defy trends: cuffs, flat-front or soft pleats.

Boots are enormously popular for fall and winter, so invest in several pair and you'll always have shoes for this season. Shorter boots with a heel look great with pants. Mid-calf boots can be worn with cropped pants or skirts. Knee-high boots go great with all types of skirts. Pair your boots with either bare legs or tights to complement the outfit.

Natural fibers are a top choice for sweaters: wool, cashmere, cotton. They breathe better and are great for layering. Look for classic choices like solid turtlenecks or Vnecks. Lightweight silk or blend can even take autumn style to tropical climates.