When a new season arrives, it’s easy to get swept up in a whirlwind of new trends. But, equally, you don’t want to push those trends to the back of your closet with the arrival of the next season. So, which fall trends have the versatility and timelessness to become staples in your wardrobe for years to come? Below, you’ll find timeless fall trends that are on trend now but also have the style and longevity you’re looking for.

Some trends are unlikely to stick around—barrel-leg jeans, for example—but there are others that you can feel safe investing in. In this article, we’re definitely looking at timeless trends that you can wear year after year.

Carmen in a plaid skirt and suede jacket | 40plusstyle.com

Carmen @carmen_gimeno above opts for beautiful autumnal shades, and shows off a perfect pair of sneakers for fall.

Check out this similar sweater, jacket, skirt, sneakers, handbag, necklace and sunglasses.

Below you’ll find fall styles which are trending now, but which are timeless at the same time.

12 timeless Fall trends to stand the test of time

Take a look below at our 12 key picks for timeless fall styles that are on trend right now but won’t go out of fashion. Let us know in the comments below if you feel we’ve missed something!

Trench coats

Starting from the outside, when it comes to your outerwear, you really can’t beat a trench coat if you want to be sure your new fashion purchase has longevity. The origins of the trench coat date back to the 1820s, so you can be sure they won’t date.

Simply choose a material that suits your weather. For example, you could opt for nylon if you just want to keep off the rain or a wool blend to keep out the chill. To update your trench, choose a color other than the expected beige.

Fall trends - BCBGMAXAZRIA Belted Trench Coat | 40plusstyle.com

BCBGMAXAZRIA Belted Trench Coat

Fall outfit idea: Trench coat, shirt, jeans and boots | 40plusstyle.com

BCBGMAXAZRIA Belted Trench CoatOpen Edit Relaxed Fit Long Sleeve Button-Up ShirtPAIGE Anessa Wide Leg JeansNaturalizer Cora BootsTory Burch Miller Snakeskin Print Colorblock Leather Shoulder BagPanacea Crystal Pavé Geometric Hoop Earrings

Wide jeans

Some jeans trends come and go, but wide jeans are here to stay. They’re very flattering and they add subtle glamour to even the most casual of outfits. Either dress down with sneakers in an autumnal shade, or you can wear heeled boots or pumps to take your jeans from day to night.

Fall trends - PAIGE Anessa Wide Leg Jeans | 40plusstyle.com

PAIGE Anessa Wide Leg Jeans

Leopard print

Animal print tends to be like Marmite – you either love it or you hate it. But, it is very on trend at the moment, and leopard print is a print that won’t date. Keep it subtle by choosing just one leopard print piece and building the rest of your outfit around it.

Fall trends - AllSaints Edana Leopard Print Mesh Top | 40plusstyle.com

AllSaints Edana Leopard Print Mesh Top

Timeless fall trends - Marie-Louise in a leopard print sweater | 40plusstyle.com

Marie-Louise @mrsmlmode above opts for a leopard print sweater and keeps the rest of her outfit neutral.

Steal her look with this similar sweater (another option here), jeans, booties and bag.

Anything denim

Denim is always on trend, but it’s very much having a style moment right now. Add something in denim that isn’t your jeans. So you could opt for a denim skirt, or choose a denim shirt that you can either wear buttoned, or open as a shacket.

Take a look at our article on denim trends for more inspiration.

Madewell Denim Western Shirt | 40plusstyle.com

Madewell Denim Western Shirt

Cashmere sweaters

Luxury never goes out of style. Opt for a cashmere sweater to wear with your jeans or with any of your skirts. You can choose any color cashmere sweater and be sure that you can wear it every year.

Nordstrom Crewneck Cashmere Sweater | 40plusstyle.com

Nordstrom Crewneck Cashmere Sweater

Fall outfit idea: Plaid blazer, cashmere sweater, leather skirt and high boots | 40plusstyle.com

J.Crew Plaid Vivienne BlazerNordstrom Crewneck Cashmere SweaterKaren Millen Leather Utility Pocket Midi SkirtSam Edelman Sylvia Knee High BootsSANDRO Tangoso Leather Bucket BagDonatello Gian Garnet Stud Earrings

Plaid

Another perennial pattern for you for fall. Anything you choose in plaid will definitely stand the test of time. Opt for a plaid blazer to wear over your jeans and T-shirts. Or, choose plaid pants and keep the top half of your outfit neutral.

J.Crew Plaid Vivienne Blazer | 40plusstyle.com

J.Crew Plaid Vivienne Blazer

leather

Fall is always a good time to add more texture into your outfits, and you can be sure that leather pants or a leather skirt can be part of your closet for many years. Team a leather skirt with the cashmere sweater from above. You could also add the plaid blazer to complete the outfit.

Karen Millen Leather Utility Pocket Midi Skirt | 40plusstyle.com

Karen Millen Leather Utility Pocket Midi Skirt

Timeless fall trends - Jona in leather pants and a wool coat | 40plusstyle.com

Jona @the50plusgirl above opts for leather-look pants. The different textures in the whole outfit makes this look extra interesting.

Get her look with this similar sweater, coat, pants, boots, handbag and sunglasses.

Earthy tones

When you want to be sure that the colors you choose will take you through many falls to come, you can’t go wrong with earthy, autumnal shades that mirror nature. Think olives, mustard, burgundy, and deep grays. You can always add different pops of color to them depending on what’s on trend in any particular year.

Nordstrom Long Sleeve Satin Midi Shirtdress | 40plusstyle.com

Nordstrom Long Sleeve Satin Midi Shirtdress

Be sure also to check out our natural colors capsule wardrobe.

Fringed skirt

Okay, this is one that is very on-trend right now. But, fringing tends to come into style very often, and we really can’t see this ever being ‘off trend’. Wear with ankle or knee length boots and combine with denim, leather or another piece of knitwear.

COS Fringed Wool Midi Wrap Skirt | 40plusstyle.com

COS Fringed Wool Midi Wrap Skirt

Fall outfit idea: Print top, fringe skirt and boots | 40plusstyle.com

Madewell Denim Western ShirtAllSaints Edana Leopard Print Mesh TopCOS Fringed Wool Midi Wrap SkirtNaturalizer Cora BootsSANDRO Tangoso Leather Bucket BagDonatello Gian Garnet Stud Earrings

Burgundy

Burgundy is definitely the color of the moment right now, but it’s also very classy, and very timeless. A burgundy bag is a great way to add this shade to your existing outfits, and be sure that what you invest in will never look dated.

SANDRO Tangoso Leather Bucket Bag | 40plusstyle.com

SANDRO Tangoso Leather Bucket Bag

Check out our article on how to wear bugundy for more inspiration.

Boots of any length

Of course, a great pair of boots is a fall staple. Choose knee high to go over slim jeans and under skirts and dresses, and shorter styles to wear under jeans and pants.

Sam Edelman Sylvia Knee High Boots | 40plusstyle.com

Sam Edelman Sylvia Knee High Boots

12 fall trends that will stand the test of time | 40plusstyle.com

Nancy @nancysstyle above (read her style interview here) opts for a monochrome look with her boots and sweater dress.

Recreate her outfit with this similar dress (another option here), boots, necklace and sunglasses.

Naturalizer Cora Boots | 40plusstyle.com

Naturalizer Cora Boots

Sam Edelman Paige 2 Ankle Boots | 40plusstyle.com

Sam Edelman Paige 2 Ankle Boots

Print scarf

Adding a different scarf to your outfit is always an easy way to add a new trend to your existing coats. Choose a print that is truly timeless in colors that mirror falling leaves, and you can add to your look each fall.

Nordstrom Eyelash Trim Print Cashmere & Silk Wrap | 40plusstyle.com

Nordstrom Eyelash Trim Print Cashmere & Silk Wrap

Fall outfit idea: Shirtdress and sneakers | 40plusstyle.com

Nordstrom Long Sleeve Satin Midi ShirtdressSam Edelman Harper SneakersNordstrom Eyelash Trim Print Cashmere & Silk WrapSANDRO Tangoso Leather Bucket Bag

black gems

In terms of jewelry trends, black is having a style moment. But, the great thing about this trend is that black won’t date, so if you want to add some jewelry with black gemstones, you can be sure you can wear for many years.

Panacea Crystal Pavé Geometric Hoop Earrings | 40plusstyle.com

Panacea Crystal Pavé Geometric Hoop Earrings

Your timeless fall trends together in one capsule

Below, you can see how you could put the timeless fall trends featured above together to create different outfits for fall and winter. You can easily mix and match to create different looks. You could, for example, wear double denim, or pop the cashmere sweater over the shirt dress.

Fall capsule wardrobe | 40plusstyle.com

shop the best timeless fall trends below:

Continue reading:

  1. How to wear the color of the season: burgundy
  2. Natural colors for an effortlessly chic look
  3. Waterproof boots for women that look chic in any downpour

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