If you were to peek into my apartment right now, you’d see two things: jackets and boots. After a few rounds of cleaning out my closet and removing the pieces I don’t wear often, those are the two categories left. The only issue? I can’t just wear jackets this season. So, I’m turning to J.Crew’s early fall collection to fill in the gaps.
Think of the new collection as a starting point for the rest of your fall shopping. It features the fan-favorite barn jackets from past years, now revamped for 2025 in a vibrant red color. The brand’s best-selling cashmere sweaters are also included, updated with trendy striped patterns and preppy dark color palettes. These are versatile essentials that can be layered effortlessly with every other fall fashion trend. Surprisingly, among the basics, there are enough animal-printed pieces to make me think about swapping out one or two of my monochrome outfits. Take cowhide, for example, which gets an East Coast prep upgrade in the form of cropped cardigans and sleek shoulder bags.
Ahead, you can browse every must-have find from the extensive collection. And if you see me wearing these pieces on repeat for the next four months, don’t worry about it.
You may like
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Brushed Cashmere T-Shirt in Cow Print
Cowhide is cool for fall.
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Collection Wrap Skirt in Silk Organza
This lightweight chiffon skirt can be worn in summer, but pairing it with knits makes it ideal for fall.
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2025 Rollneck™ Sweater in Stripe
I plan on living in this knit.
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Collection Pleated Circle Skirt in Dip-Dyed Tulle
Dip-dye is back for fall, but not on your hair—this skirt is proof.
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Painter Pant in Cotton Canvas
If you’re sick of jeans, try these pants.
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Cropped Barn Jacket™ in Ripstop Cotton
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Broken-In Barn Jacket™ in Brushed Chino
If you have your favorite neutral jacket, try this one.
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Carolyn Fitted Crewneck Sweater in Striped Merino Wool
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Brushed Cashmere Short-Sleeve Cardigan in Leopard Print
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Berkeley Bucket Bag in Leopard-Print Calf Hair and Leather
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Barn Jacket™ in Plaid Double-Faced Cotton
This checkered jacket feels very British-inspired.
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Featherweight Cashmere Cardigan in Spot Print
I would wear this stripy cardigan with everything.
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Relaxed Barn Jacket™ in Denim
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New Stevie Ankle Boots in Stretch Leather
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Edie Structured Shoulder Bag in Cow-Print Calf Hair
Swap your regular shoulder bag for this cow-printed one.
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Bridgette Lady Jacket in Tweed
If you’ve never tried one of J.Crew’s Lady Jackets, try this one.
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Cinched-Waist Midi Dress in Dip-Dyed Crepe De Chine
This is the cutest fall work dress.
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Maison Tassel Loafers in Leather
Loafers are my wear-everywhere shoe.
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Garçon Classic Shirt in Striped Cotton Poplin
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Ruffle-Collar Sweater-Tee in Merino Wool
How pretty is this cardigan?
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Made-In-Italy Jules T-Strap Pumps in Croc-Embossed Leather
Croc is one of the (many) animal prints trending right now.
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Essential Wide-Leg Pant in Textured Satin
If you love linen pants in the summer, try these satin pants in the fall.
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Denim Trouser Jeans
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Cuffed Lower-Rise Wide-Leg Jean
Extreme cuffed jeans are made with petite friends in mind.
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Étienne Oversized Shirt in Striped Cotton Poplin
This cotton-poplin top comes in several colors, but I love this blue shade.
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Carolyn Sweater-Tee in Striped Merino Wool
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Cashmere Relaxed Sweater Shell
