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5 Staple Pieces That Will Update Your Fall Wardrobe

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at BU chapter.

Faux Leather Jacket

When it comes to investing in staple pieces, jackets are often your go-to choice in the fall and winter. One of the most versatile and fashionable pieces you can buy is a leather jacket, and you can get the classic look for much cheaper if you opt for a faux material:

(Left: Forever 21) (Middle: Bray Active) (Right: BB Dakota)

 

Military Jacket

The olive green military jacket is more trendy than ever this fall. It is an awesome layering piece that you will not regret buying!

(Left: Charlotte Russe) (Middle: Old Navy) (Right: Levi’s)

*Check out this link on 12 Ways to Wear a Military Jacket!*

 

Oversized Cardigans

Once you buy an oversized cardigan, picking out your outfit in the morning will never be quite the same. Here are three great options in versatile colors:

(Left: Forever 21) (Middle: BDG) (Right: Brandy Melville)

 

Riding Boots

Nothing can spice up a basic fall outfit quite like a nice pair of riding boots. Depending on what style you wear, you can change your look completely.

(Left: Target) (Middle: Spool 72) (Right: Steve Madden)

 

Quilted Vest

A perfect layering piece, a quilted vest will keep you feeling both warm and stylish during the transition into cold weather!

 

(Left: Forever 21) (Middle: LL Bean) (Right: J Crew)

 

 

 

Summer is a Boston University graduate ('15) that received a BS in Journalism with a concentration in magazine journalism. Her interests include editorial design and lifestyle, fashion, and beauty content, as she aspires to be a fashion magazine writer and editor. She is currently a fashion and beauty writer for Bustle.com and previously served as a Campus Correspondent for Her Campus Boston University. Summer likes to think of herself as a lipstick enthusiast and smoothie connoisseur, so when she isn't writing for Bustle, you could probably find her sipping on a strawberry-banana smoothie and planning her next purchases at Sephora. Follow Summer on Twitter @SummerArlexis