Affordable, Classic Fall Outfits for Moms with Style (& a Budget)
This post: Classic fall outfits and wardrobe ideas… by and for moms with timeless style and a budget!
You don’t have to buy new clothes every season to dress well. Own a pair of jeans, leggings, & a few cute tops or sweaters? You’re good to go. Let me show you how to create classic fall outfits with the clothes you already have.
If you need to purchase a few things, I’ve got some affordable options in my LTK shop. (And of course I feel so honored any time you decide to shop my looks.) But really, I hope this roundup of fall outfits inspires you to shop your own closet first.
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- Long Sleeve Tee + Straight Leg Jeans + Puffer Vest + Flats
- Long Sleeve Tee + Boot Cut Jeans + Chelsea Boots
- Jumpsuit + Cami + Flats
- Dressy Tank + Short Skirt + Ankle Strap Flats
- Tank + Boot Cut Jeans + Cropped Cardigan + Chelsea Boots
- Lounge Top + Leggings + Tall Boots
If you’re new around here, I’m a wife + mom in my early 40s. I work from home + homeschool my four school-age kids. (Proud Army mom of a 19-year-old female soldier, my oldest daughter!)
Literally everything I wear is about affordable, functional style that flatters a less-than-perfect body. If you’re a mom with who likes dressing up a bit (but staying comfy + on a budget) – you’re in the right place.
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Classic Fall Outfits
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Long Sleeve Tee + Straight Leg Jeans + Puffer Vest + Flats
A lightweight puffer vest is ideal for days when the temps fluctuate a bit. I bought mine from HalfTee a few years ago, but it’s not longer available. I found a similar puffer vest from J Crew Factory – and it’s actually about $10 cheaper than the one I have.
Create the look
Long Sleeve Striped Tee | Puffer Vest | Straight Leg Jeans | Black Rothy’s Points (click through link to save $20)| Mini Hoops (worn without the pearl charms) | nail polish | lip color
Long Sleeve Tee + Boot Cut Jeans + Chelsea Boots
Here’s an autumnal take on the mom-friendly “jeans and a tee shirt” outfit. Pair a long sleeve tee shirt with a pair of boot cut jeans + a pair of Chelsea boots. If you choose to tuck in your tee, slip on a skinny belt that matches your boots, if possible.
For chilly days, layer a crisp, button up shirt or cropped cardigan over your tee.
Create the look
Long Sleeve Cotton Tee | Boot Cut Jeans | Chelsea Boots | Mini Hoops (worn without the pearl charms) | nail polish | lip color
Optional Looks: Button Up Shirt | Cropped Cream Cardigan
Jumpsuit + Cami + Flats
This is a super easy + chic out for a weekend brunch, church, or even a week day. I love this black jumpsuit, and featured it in my roundup of Cute Summer Outfits for Moms.
To give it an autumnal flare (and a bit more coverage for chilly days), I paired the jumpsuit with a leopard print mock turtleneck elbow sleeve Halftee.
Create the look
Black Jumpsuit | Halftee (promo code KRISTYLYNN20)| Black Rothy’s Points (click through link to save $20)| Clay Earrings | Braided Headband | Kate Spade Wristlet | nail polish | lip color
Dressy Tank + Short Skirt + Strapy Flats
Nothing says “fall” quite like jewel tones! This gorgeous, purple, silk mini skirt was a thrift store find, believe it or not! Here’s something similar (and affordable).
I paired a silky tank I’ve had for years with a matching half sleeve Halftee, and finished off the outfit with another wardrobe staple I’ve worn for years – a pair of black, strapy flats.
Create the look
Silky Black Tank | Silky Mini Skirt | Black Halftee (promo code KRISTYLYNN20)| Mini Hoops (worn without the pearl charms) | vintage pearl necklace | Black Strapy Flats | Kate Spade Wristlet | nail polish | lip color
Tank + Boot Cut Jeans + Cropped Cardigan + Chelsea Boots
Transform your summer tank + jeans into a timeless fall look! To create this outfit, simply wear a sleeveless tank (silky or cotton, whichever you prefer) with a pair of boot cut jeans + a cropped, cream cardigan. Polish off the look with a pair of Chelsea boots + your favorite jewelry.
Create the look
Sleeveless Tank (silky or cotton) | Boot Cut Jeans | Cropped Cream Cardigan | Chelsea Boots | Mini Hoops (worn without the pearl charms) | nail polish | lip color
Lounge Top + Leggings + Tall Boots
This elevated lounge wear look is just right for an autumn day at home, or a weekend running errands. Pull on a pair of tall, Sherpa lined boots, and you’re ready to head out (or stay in!).
Create the look
Cap Sleeve Top | Black Leggings | Sherpa Lined Tall Boots | Mini Hoops (worn without the pearl charms) | nail polish | lip color
More Classic Fall Outfits . . .
I’ll be adding more classic fall outfits to this post over the next few weeks.
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Your turn.
Do you already own any of these capsule wardrobe pieces? Which ones?
