I may be well past my back-to-school era, but August always signals a fresh start in my mind. And while my new-season wardrobe doesn’t include backpacks and notebooks, it does include basics of a new kind—the type that will take me effortlessly through the fall and into winter. Aritzia’s new collection, with its subtly preppy flair, has everything I need to do just that.
The new drop, now available on the brand’s website, includes nearly every transitional style essential on my list. Fitted cropped cardigans sit next to the perfect fall jackets and coats. Trendy dark-wash denim is complemented by suede boat shoes and chunky sneakers from New Balance, Nike, and Salomon. Trench coats are also featured, with a chic It girl-approved silhouette. Plus, there are sportier options like a fuzzy quarter-zip sweatshirt, ideal for creating a transitional look using your track shorts or pants.
If you’re ready to dive headfirst into fall fashion, keep reading. Ahead, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of expert-approved finds. And yes, I would consider myself an Aritzia expert after shopping there for many years.
Aritzia
Caddie Blouson Jacket
I’m planning on living in this jacket.
Levi’s jeans are a forever staple.
Aritzia
The Effortless Pants in Crepette
Sperry
X Aritzia Slim Boat Shoes
Boat shoes for fall? Revolutionary.
Wilfred
Josephine Bomber Jacket
Found: the perfect fall jacket.
Babaton
Morningside Blazer
This sleek blazer is the perfect fall outfit staple.
Sunday Best
Cotton Charm™ Meadow Zip-up
This sweater borders preppy and classic.
Sperry
x Aritzia Authentic Original Boat Shoe – Smooth Leather
If you don’t love the brown boat shoes, try this black version.
TNA
Polartec® Thermal Pro® 1/2 Zip Hi-hip Hoodie
This sweater cinches at the waist for a fitted look.
Here’s another cobalt staple I would wear on repeat.
Aritzia
The Esquire Trench Coat
A cropped trench? Yes please!
Denim Forum
The ’90s Vintage Lo-rise Baggy Tapered Jeans
Beauty Editor Samantha Holender is obsessed with Denim Forum’s range, and I couldn’t agree more.
This knit balances a slouchy silhouette with a luxe feel.
Aritzia
Essential Cashmere Relaxed Crew Sweater
Cashmere cardigans are a fall staple.
Tna
Vermont Workwear Jacket
This lightweight jacket could easily double as a shirt.
New Balance
9060 Sneakers
Meet the dadcore style fashion girls are loving.
Babaton
InterLock Cotton Barclay T-Shirt
I’ve been looking for an elevated black T-shirt for weeks.
A ribbed knit dress is so versatile.
