Men are generally quite comfortable with fall colors—they’re usually muted and deep.
But don’t take that as an excuse to wear a black t-shirt and jeans every day. There’s so many other color options in fall, so it’d be a shame to miss out.
linen chore coat fall colors
If spring is all about bright, punchy colors, fall is just the opposite. Bust out your burgundy sweaters, indigo jeans, grey chinos, and mustard chore coats.
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I tend to wear cool colors on bottom (blue jeans are a go-to) and warmer colors on top. If it’s a bit chilly outside, you can wear a warm color over a neutral, like a mustard shirt over a charcoal tee.
denim jacket fall colors
White should stay in spring and summer, and the same goes for bright, saturated colors.
Consider the image above: yes, I’m wearing yellow, but it’s far from what you’d expect to see on a sunflower petal.
The key is to combine that pop of color with subdued and deep neutrals.
denim chore jacket with red fall colors
If you’re not a big fan of color, you can also stay completely in the neutral family, though I recommend picking up one neutral that’s on the warmer end of the spectrum, like a khaki or brown.
Pair that with as much light grey and charcoal as you want—though I’d stay away from a pure black if your only color is brown.
linen shirt fall colors
It’s also just as important to consider the texture of your clothing as it is the color.
For instance, fall is an excellent time to bust out a quilted jacket, suede shoes, waffle-knit henleys, and wool trousers if you have them.
As you layer your textures, you’ll get a more refined and classy fall look.
quilted jacket fall colors
Don’t be afraid of color in fall, and don’t fall into the trap of going neutral—there’s plenty of time for that in winter.
When in doubt, look at the color of the trees around you—they’ll supply you with more than enough color inspiration. All those oranges, reds, and yellows are perfect for picking out the best fall colors.
Choosing the Right Fall Jackets and Sweaters
There are two phases in fall—or at least that’s true where I live. There’s the warmer end of fall as you transition away from summer, and then there’s the colder end where you wonder if you should swap out the heavy shirt for a jacket.
This is where having a set of versatile staples is important.
One of my favorite pieces for when the evenings start to cool off is the Banana Republic Indigo Linen Chore Coat.
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It still has remnants of summer (due to the texture of the linen), and it’s indigo coloring is deep and rich, so it’s a perfect transition piece.
I like layering a lighter shirt underneath the chore coat—especially something with some added texture like the Banana Republic Linen Henley Tee.
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Banana Republic Shirting
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Because they’re both linen, the textures naturally match, and the breathability makes this combo a great option for guys who run a bit hot and want something that’s cooler in the day but still offers a break from the briskness of sundown.
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As the season progresses, I like adding denim on top with something like the Everlane Denim Chore Coat.
Chore coats offer an excellent middle ground for fall as they’re not too heavy, but can easily keep a chill off.
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Of course, even heavyweight shirts aren’t going to cut it as you get to the tail end of November, and that’s when it’s time to consider throwing on something like a bomber jacket or a thick hoodie.
model wearing Grant Stone Brass boot
When it comes to jackets, I usually prefer something with some texture, like a quilted bomber. The added intrigue helps these lighter jackets stand on their own as the center of an outfit.
As winter sets in, a bomber works well as a layering piece, too. Not all climates require that many layers, so you might be able to get away with just a bomber throughout all winter (I can do that in North Carolina, but New Yorkers won’t feel the same).