Figuring out how to layer is taking a little more effort than it usually would this fall. Yes, autumn is always the season of piling tees, knits, jackets, and accessories on top of each other. But take a look at this year’s biggest trends and most memorable runways, and a pattern emerges: The art has evolved. Call it kooky layering.
Honestly, it’s kind of a free-for-all out there: Turtlenecks poking out from under button-downs! Sweaters tied over jackets! Knits thrown over scrunched shirts! Skirts worn over pants! Whether you’re dressing for the office or a night out, this is your sign to get experimental. If it’s wearable but at least a little off the beaten path, it’s worth trying right now—and you can probably get the job done with a lot of the pieces you already own. (If anything, at least this trend will ensure you get more wear out of your fall capsule.)
To push you in the right direction, we went ahead and curated a few easy outfit ideas from Free People that get right to the core of how to layer this year. The brand is known for its sheer layers, cute intimates, and breezy knits, making it an ideal place to find layering pieces. Here’s how to make the most of your autumn wardrobe this season, in five chic outfits.
