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    These 32 Fall Finds Are the Definition of Investment Pieces

    Every autumnal piece you could need.

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    By Eliza Huber
    Published 20 October 2023 In Buying Guides

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    It's practically essential for my job that I have high standards. I can't just recommend anything—it has to be good, or why bother listening to me or shopping my endorsements? So when I say that I like something, you can trust that it's been properly vetted and ticks off a bevy of boxes in my head. When I love something, well, that's a level of approval in an entirely different universe. And love is what I feel when it comes to the 32 anti-trend items found below. You can't tell, because I'm hiding behind my computer screen, but I'm actually kind of freaking out over them.

    From the perfect baby-pink button-down shirt (a wardrobe staple that I've been after for months) to the dreamiest scarf-coat that's selling fast from Helsa, the list ahead houses one of everything a minimalist with an affinity for non-trendy but incredibly stylish wardrobe items could ever ask for. You'll also find lady jackets, LBDs, quiet-luxury handbags, and perfect-on-the-butt denim. But I won't give it all away. Scroll down to shop my meticulously crafted list of timeless fall staples.

    Hamp;amp;M

    HM
    HM Fine-Knit Polo Shirt
    $35 AT HM

    This knit polo is giving major '90s Prada vibes.

    Contrast Waist Wide Leg Pants

    WAYF
    WAYF Contrast Waist Wide Leg Pants
    £99
    $99 AT NORDSTROM

    The fold-over detail has me predicting a major sellout for these otherwise perfectly classic trousers. 

    Regina Mary Jane Pointed Toe Flat

    Open Edit
    Open Edit Regina Mary Jane Pointed Toe Flat
    £60
    $60 AT NORDSTROM

    Everything you could ever want in flats for only $60.

    Madewell

    Madewell
    Madewell Off the Shoulder T-Shirt
    £45
    $45 AT NORDSTROM

    Show off those collarbones. I dare you. 

    Zara

    Zara Linen Blend Midi Skirt
    $36 AT ZARA

    Pencil skirts don't have to be boring. See this skirt for proof.

    Oversized Coat With Detachable Scarf

    Helsa
    Helsa Oversized Coat With Detachable Scarf
    €698
    $698 AT REVOLVE

    Elsa Hosk wasn't messing around when she designed the fall Helsa collection. 

    NET-A-PORTER Earrings

    Khaite Julius gold-plated earrings
    $650 AT NET-A-PORTER

    At every chic event I've gone to in the last two weeks, someone's been wearing these '80s-inspired Khaite earrings. 

    NET-A-PORTER Skims dress

    SKIMS Smooth Lounge stretch modal-blend maxi dress
    $96 AT NET-A-PORTER

    Halters are the move for fall. You heard it here first. 

    Reformation Dale Cropped Jacket

    Reformation
    Reformation Dale Cropped Jacket
    £298
    $298

    Every fall wardrobe needs a jacket like this, and that's a fact. 

    Levi#039;s Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans

    Levi's®
    Levi's Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
    £98
    $98 AT NORDSTROM

    I shouldn't have to convince you to buy these epic Levi's. 

    Massimo Dutti Leather slingback ballet flats

    Massimo Dutti
    Massimo Dutti Leather slingback ballet flats
    $129
    $129 AT MASSIMO DUTTI

    How very The Row. 

    Toteme Stripe Silk Scarf

    TOTEME Striped silk scarf
    $170 AT NET-A-PORTER

    This scarf does it all without doing too much. 

    Cashmere V-Neck Sweater

    Nordstrom Signature
    Nordstrom Signature Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
    £199
    $199 AT NORDSTROM

    I'm a sucker for good cashmere. Can you blame me?

    Stretch Cotton Crop Shirt

    Wit Wisdom
    Wit Wisdom Stretch Cotton Crop Shirt
    £88
    $88 AT NORDSTROM

    The cropped fit is next-level good. 

    Massimo Dutti Wide-leg darted suit trousers

    Massimo Dutti
    Massimo Dutti Wide-leg darted suit trousers
    £149
    $229

    BRB, I'm copying this entire outfit for the office next week. 

    Eleanor Leather Satchel

    Tory Burch
    Tory Burch Eleanor Leather Satchel
    £798
    $798 AT NORDSTROM

    This new Tory Burch pocketbook is going to live in my closet one way or another. 

    Sleeveless Plissamp;eacute; Midi Dress

    Nordstrom Signature
    Nordstrom Signature Sleeveless Plissé Midi Dress
    £150
    $150 AT NORDSTROM

    Get this on-sale plissé dress before it sells out. If you want to look like a model for The Row, wear it with elbow-length leather gloves. 

    Reformation Florentina Knit Top

    Reformation
    Reformation Florentina Knit Top
    £98
    $98 AT REFORMATION

    Swoon.

    Zara Zippered Cape Skirt

    ZARA
    Zara Zippered Cape Skirt
    $50
    $50 AT ZARA

    The styling possibilities are truly endless with this gorgeous zip-up skirt. 

    Taya 53mm Polarized Oval Sunglasses

    Fifth Ninth
    Fifth Ninth Taya 53mm Polarized Oval Sunglasses
    £49
    $49 AT NORDSTROM

    The price on these could easily be missing a zero.

    Liberowe Raja Signature Jacket

    LIBEROWE
    Liberowe Raja Signature Jacket
    $1486
    $1516 AT LIBEROWE

    My dream wardrobe includes this Liberowe jacket no matter how often I tell myself I don't need it. 

    Low Slung Straight Leg Jeans

    Madewell
    Madewell Low Slung Straight Leg Jeans Low Slung Straight Leg Jeans
    £128
    $128 AT NORDSTROM

    Just the right level of relaxed. 

    J.CREW belt

    J.CREW Classic Belt
    $30 AT J.CREW

    When in doubt, add a belt. 

    Hamp;amp;M Knit Cardigan

    HM Fine Knit Cardigan
    $34 AT HM

    To be worn with trousers, jeans, skirts, and more. 

    Jessa Bit Pump

    Tory Burch
    Tory Burch Jessa Bit Pump
    £398
    $398 AT NORDSTROM

    Classic doesn't even begin to describe these stunning black pumps.

    Hamp;amp;M Knit Cardigan

    HM Knit Cardigan
    $77 AT HM

    Any time I hate my outfit, I throw on a trench and am instantly satisfied. 

    Hamp;amp;M Short Trench coat

    HM Short Trench coat
    $36 AT NORDSTROM

    For those days when you just can't be bothered to put together an outfit. 

    J.CREW Berkeley bucket bag

    J.CREW Berkeley bucket bag
    $198 AT J.CREW

    Objects in this photo may appear smaller than they are. (This bucket bag is wonderfully huge.) 

    Hamp;amp;M Oxford Shirt

    HM Oxford Shirt
    $23 AT HM

    All I wanna wear is a baby-pink button-down these days. Check my Instagram for proof.

    Nia Grey Maxi Skirt

    Pixie Market Nia Grey Maxi Skirt
    $149
    $149 AT PIXIE MARKET

    I need her.

    Jeffrey Campbell Darlings Boot

    Jeffrey Campbell
    Jeffrey Campbell Darlings Boot
    $200
    $200 AT URBAN OUTFITTERS

    These boots really are darling, but in a sort of wicked way that I'm very allured by. 

    COS Boxy-Fit Double-Faced Wool Jacket

    COS Boxy-Fit Double-Faced Wool Jacket
    $190 AT COS

    Touch this jacket IRL and you'll know why I added it here. 

    This article was originally published on Who What Wear.

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