From the Countryside to the City: 11 Easy Autumn Outfits That Feel So Cool and British
No one does it like us Brits. Fashion, I mean (although we're pretty good at a lot of things, it has to be said). I know we often talk on Who What Wear about how chic the French are, hail the bold style of the Scandis and dissect the laid-back luxe of LA's finest. But I've worked in this industry for over a decade, travelling all over the world for fashion weeks and international shoot trips, and I can honestly say no one nails relaxed cool like British women.
Getting creative with clothes is in our DNA. Just think back to the birth of the mini skirt thanks to Mary Quant in the 1960s, or the influence of the British punk scene on global fashion (designers from Alexander McQueen to Jean Paul Gaultier have all referenced it on the biggest catwalks). Naomi! Kate! Alexa! The list of British fashion icons goes on and on.
Of course, our everyday outfits are usually a lot more low key, but I always see that same casual confidence woven through the wardrobe choices of the most stylish British women I know. So, as we're about to head into a fresh new season, I thought I'd do a deep dive and share a few autumn-ready looks from my favourite Brit influencers that I, for one, plan on replicating over the next few months.
The best thing about all of these outfits, is that despite being really chic and cool, they're also really easy and wearable. Whatever your plans this autumn, whether you're hanging out in the city, escaping to the beach or busy exploring the countryside, there's a look here I'm sure you'll love just as much as me. They're mostly made up of classic pieces you probably already own (another thing Brit girls are great at: investing in great basics and reinventing them each season), but there's a few more unique and trend-focused pieces woven in to keep everything feeling bang up to date. From fashion-forward leather jacket looks to elevated ensembles featuring stylish knits, suede bags, cool shoes, and more, there is an abundance of key takeaways for the new season.
Keep scrolling on to see and shop eleven autumn outfits from some of the chicest British women out there.
1. Leather Jacket + Green Knit + White Trousers + Black Loafers
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ZARA
Leather Effect Bomber Jacket
This jacket only looks expensive.
John Lewis
John Lewis Brushed Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper
With Nothing Underneath
Rampling Trouser: Linen, Ivory
M&S Collection
Suede Slip on Flat Loafers
Boat shoes are selling out everywhere.
2. Suede Jacket + Cream Knit + Black Trousers
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H&M
Cashmere-Blend Jumper
A sweater you'll wear forever.
COS
Collared Suede Jacket
Abercrombie
Linen-Blend Pull-On Pant
Relaxed pants have my attention.
3. V-Neck Knit + Long Shirt + Cropped Trousers + Ballet Flats
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& Other Stories
Cable-Knit V-Neck Jumper
This sweater looks so luxe.
Little Liffner
Sprout Tote Rhum Suede
I want this in every color.
Whistles
White Oversized Cotton Shirt
Perfect alone or as a layer.
ARKET
Cropped Crease-Front Trousers
A definite closet staple.
Soeur
Black Madeline Ballet Flats
Mary Janes are still going strong this season.
4. Green Knit + Studded Belt + Blue Jeans + Suede Bag
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ALIGNE
Dion Knitted Jumper
Massimo Dutti
Studded Nappa Leather Belt
This adds a cool feel to any look.
Whistles
Chocolate Leandra Suede Tote Bag
Shopbop
High Rise Vintage Straight Jean
Into this dark-wash denim pick.
5. Black Shirt + White Tank + Column Midi Skirt
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Whistles
Black Oversized Cotton Shirt
I'm a forever fan of black button-down shirts.
Skims
Stretch-Cotton Jersey Tank Top
The perfect layering piece.
Whistles
Oatmeal Abigail Linen Blend Midi Skirt
Quick! These are about to sell out.
6. Leather Jacket + White Full Skirt + Black Ballet Flats
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Reformation
Veda Sutton Jacket
The cost per wear you'll get over the years makes this surprisingly good value.
Full white skirts aren't going anywhere.
MAISON MARGIELA
Tabi Split-Toe Leather Ballet Flats
ARKET
Leather Ballet Flats – Black – Women – Arket Gb
A more affordable, classic option.
7. Barn Jacket + Cream Knit + Straight Leg Jeans
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MANGO
Denim Parka With Corduroy Collar
Barn coats and jackets are trending.
Autograph
Pure Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper
cream knitwear always elevate outfits.
AGOLDE
'90s Pinch Waist High-Rise Straight-Leg Organic Jeans
Jess swears by her Agolde jeans.
8. Waistcoat + Bermuda Shorts + Knee High Boots
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Nobodys Child
Cream Linen-Blend Longline Waistcoat
Argento Vivo Sterling Silver
Lucy Williams Chunky Medium Entwine Hoop Earrings | Silver Plated - Silver Plated
An easy way to bring your look to the next level.
Reformation
Drew Low Rise Short
Yes, you can make Bermuda shorts work for fall.
9.Long Trench Coat + Slim Jeans + Basket Bag
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Autograph
Cotton Rich Longline Trench Coat
A maxi trench that doesn't break the bank.
Nobodys Child
Ellyla Tan Woven Leather Tote Bag
I never say no to a Dragon Diffusion bag.
ARKET
Jade Cropped Slim Jeans
10. Black Bandeau Dress + Red Sandals
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MATTEAU
Strapless Wool-Blend Crepe Midi Dress
An effortless little black dress.
Topshop
Topshop Itzia Strappy Mid Heel Sandal in Red
These red sandals are a must.
11. Leather Jacket + White Poplin Trousers + Driving Loafers
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Whistles
Brown Kate Burnished Leather Jacket
I love the weathered look.
COS
Clean Cut Regular T-Shirt
Reformation
Micah Poplin Pant
Free People
Yachting Day Boat Shoes
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