I love fall. Cozy knits, soft layers, a steamy americano on a crispy morning (especially under a blanket on my front porch!). But if you’re a summer season like me, fall shopping can feel tricky. Stores are chock full of deep rusts, spicy mustards, and pumpkin tones that look amazing on Autumns but not so much on us.
Here’s the thing: being a summer doesn’t mean we can’t embrace fall vibes. It just means we’ll shop a little differently. It’s as much about color as it is tone and texture. And seeing your palette in a new way.
Your Fall Color Guide as a Summer
Us summers shine in soft, cool, and muted tones. Dusty rose, lavender gray, soft teal, muted berry, heathered blue. Instead of the bold, earthy shades you’ll see everywhere in fall, lean into colors that feel a little misty, almost watercolor. They look gorgeous on us, and also still have those cozy vibes.
- Instead of rust, try mauve. It gives you the same cozy vibe but works better for you.
- Instead of pumpkin orange, try soft coral or blush. This adds warmth without overpowering.
- Instead of mustard, try cool beige or dove gray. Easy neutrals that layer beautifully
Fabrics and Textures That Work for Summers
Fall is all about texture, but not all textures love summers back. Heavy chunky knits in earthy tones can overwhelm you. Instead, look for light to medium knits in cooler tones. A heather gray crewneck is a forever piece. Soft suedes in muted berry or gray blue make a gorgeous alternative to brown leather. Lightweight wool coats in dusty rose, icy blue, or charcoal are layering heroes.
Outfit Pairings to Try This Season
- A cool toned plaid scarf in gray, berry, and navy layered over a cream sweater. An easy fall outfit that still feels on season.
- A dusty teal trench coat with neutral top and black trousers. Polished without being stuffy.
- A soft lilac cardigan with light wash jeans and brushed white gold or silver. Cozy but fresh.
- A mauve top or dress with gray suede boots. Chic enough for dinner and comfortable enough for school drop off.
Fall style isn’t just about making an autumn palette work for you. Rather, it’s about leaning into the season your way.
If you’re not sure whether Summer is your season or you’ve always wondered what is the best color for me, that’s exactly what I created My Color Season for. With a quick online color analysis, you can find your color season without spending hundreds of dollars or leaving your couch.
