Fall is all about apple pie, Thanksgiving, leaves changing colour, pumpkin spice, and corn mazes. For students, fall is also a new start to the school year, and what better way to come to campus than with an exciting new look? Here is a compilation of 10 trending pieces that can freshen up your look this fall.
Flannel shirts: Never out of date or style, flannel shirts are warm and soft. They layer great with a tee-shirt and jeans or paired with yoga pants while studying for a test. A nice flannel shirt can add colour to one’s wardrobe and is a classic piece.
Bomber jacket: Add a touch of utility to your wardrobe this fall and wear a bomber jacket. It is one of the most trendy jackets of the year and looks great paired with jeans and a Henley or worn with a casual dress and boots.
Jeans: Jeans have been a comfortable wardrobe staple since the popularization of denim in the 1850s. As the cooler weather approaches, consider wearing fall colours like black, indigo blue, or a rich brown. Wear a style that works for you; whether they are skinny, wide-legged, or even jeggings, jeans are a comfortable necessity for students studying all day and night long!
Boots: Boots are another great transitional piece to wear in the fall, pairing great with jeans, dresses, and leggings. Not only are they stylish, but they keep your feet dry during rainy days. Some different types of boots you can choose from include Uggs, ankle boots, rain boots, platforms, tall boots, and hiking boots.
Runners: Runners are comfortable and multifunctional, perfect for sportswear and getting to your classes on time. Having one or two comfortable pairs of running shoes is a good investment to make, especially if it’s a shoe you wear constantly around campus and beyond.
Athletic wear: What is comfort without a little athletic wear in your life? Yoga pants, sweatshirts, and sweatpants are always in style as the temperatures drop and layering up becomes the cool reality. Wearing a matching yoga set or a sweatsuit is not only great for throwing on when the temperatures turn cold, but they are also comfortable to wear while studying. Consider wearing an iconic UFV hoodie and sweatpants around campus or — if you have the budget — athletic wear from Lululemon.
Sweaters: Whether striped, cable knit, or merino wool, having a nice chunky sweater can help keep the cool autumn air out this September. Sweaters can look elegant with dress pants or a skirt and heels. They can also pair well with jeans and sneakers.
Shacket: A cross between a jacket and a shirt, shackets have become a staple in fall weather each year, coming in a variety of colours, fabrics, and lengths. This transitional piece is great for layering and can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion.
Vests: One of the most versatile layering pieces in fashion, vests help bridge the gap between warm and cool weather and look effortless with a hoodie and yoga pants, or paired with jeans and a sweater. Vests can look both casual in a nylon puffer material or snazzy in a wool blend three-piece suit. Vests are versatile in creating great looks in your wardrobe while avoiding overheating when the weather can’t make its mind up.
Animal print: Animal print is in fashion this coming fall. Pair a simple outfit with an animal print top under a chunky cream sweater to add a wild side to your wardrobe. Playing with patterns can be fun and can add dimension and spark to an otherwise plain or minimal look.
And there you have it, a compilation of 10 easy and comfortable styles to cozy up in this fall semester. Hope to see you on campus in style!
Rachel is working towards a BA with a concentration in English and Theatre. She has been employed at The Cascade since Fall 2021 as a Staff Writer and a Jr. News Editor. Currently, she is the sectional News Editor and enjoys meeting and interviewing people as well as taking long walks in nature. Rachel also likes to stay up to date on the latest trends and informs students through her fashion column entitled Campus Fashion.
