6 Fall Work Outfits To Cozy Up To

Fall may be best known as sweater weather season, but what else can you wear on those brisk, autumnal days — specifically, when heading to the office? Workwear should be professional, but it doesn't have to be boring. There are ways to insert your personality and fashion sense into your work clothes and we're here to show you how. Read on for how we're putting together fall work outfits that will make your presence in the office known. New or old, clothes can be worn in so many different ways, and every year brings a fresh perspective on how to style them.

Keep scrolling for six fall work outfit ideas that will upgrade your wardrobe game.

Elevate Your Basics

Your basics are your foundational items — think simple, typically monochromatic T-shirts and tank tops, bodysuits, a button-down, your favorite pair of jeans, trousers, etc. These are items that are meant to be built off of in order to create a stylish outfit. To make things easier come Monday morning, gravitate toward your minimalist staples and experiment with add-ons for maximum effect.

Once you have your foundation, dress it up with statement-making accessories like a patterned scarf, chunky headband, or an eye-catching handbag. You can also incorporate pops of color throughout the ensemble with your outerwear and/or footwear.

Make a Statement with Your Outerwear

Outerwear needs to be functional (read: keep you warm in the cooler months), but it can also be an outfit enhancer. Meaning, if your work style is mostly minimal and monochromatic, spice things up with a statement coat — or blazer, poncho, blanket scarf, and shacket.

Lean In to Nostalgia

When it comes to fall work outfits, soft, layered classics are key. "We are seeing basic pairings that exude minimalistic effort," says Christina Jaide, co-founder of JLUXLABEL. Think: Julia Roberts then and Emily Ratajkowski now. "Try grabbing your favorite basic jumpsuit and throw on a structured finishing piece such as a blazer or trench coat."

Layer Up

Layering can feel less like a fashion technique and more like a method of survival once temperatures start to dip. However, in recent years we've learned how to layer clothes in a way that's both practical and cool. The secret, really, is to just experiment with whatever's in your closet.

Mix and match with contrasting textures, wear your favorite spaghetti strap minidress over a turtleneck, and remember that sweaters can be worn over pretty much anything — button-downs, dresses — or nothing at all.

Bring Back the Belted Blazer

Oversized garments are having a moment, but consider throwing on a belt for a more tailored finish — or if you're petite. Belted blazers are a comfortable, functional, and stylish look that we can all appreciate.

Reinvent the Three-Piece Suit

The three-piece suit is back — but with a slight twist. Instead of reaching for the traditional suit, consider trying asymmetrical jackets over blazers, leather over wool, crop tops and bralettes instead of button-downs, and biker shorts under skirts with a vest or blazer on top. The "not sure what to wear this with" shelf in your closet is now your suiting store.