Okay friends, let me talk about figuring out my fall wardrobe for this year, 2025. Honestly, it started because my closet felt like a sad mix of last summer’s stuff and some ancient sweaters. Needed an update, bad.
The “Inspiration” Rabbit Hole (Mostly Pinterest)
First step? Went online. Big mistake, or maybe not? Scrolled through so many “Fall 2025 Trend” articles and videos. My feed was exploding. It looked cool, sure, but kinda overwhelming too. Platforms? Leather? Fuzzy textures? So much!
Felt like I was drowning in possibilities. Needed to find stuff I’d actually wear, you know? Not just runway stuff.
Grabbing the Obvious: The Big Squishy Coat
Saw the big, oversized coat trend everywhere. Like walking around in a stylish blanket? Sign me up! Went hunting.
Hit up a few stores downtown. Tried on what felt like a million coats. Some were ridiculously expensive, felt crazy. Others looked cheap and nasty.
Then… bam! Found it tucked away on a discount rack. Wasn’t even looking there. Perfect shade of caramel brown. Nice deep pockets. Super soft, kinda like my bathrobe but way more socially acceptable. Instantly knew it was mine. Felt like hitting the jackpot without spending it all. Still my fave purchase!
The Leather Puzzle: Pants or Bust
Leather pieces are huge this fall. Loved the look on others, but felt unsure. A full leather jacket seemed a bit much for my everyday. Then I saw leather pants popping up.
Thought, “Could I pull that off?” Skeptical. Went back shopping, more focused this time. Tried some leggings-like faux leather pants. Surprisingly comfy! Felt sleek. Not gonna lie, worried it might look like I’m trying too hard.
Bought them. Took them home. Paired them with a simple chunky knit sweater and my old sneakers. Looked in the mirror… actually kinda cool? Casual but put-together. Win! Learned you don’t need the full biker vibe; a small leather element works.
Feet First: Boot Mania & The Platform Surprise
Saw all the boots everyone is wearing. Chunky soles, cowboy styles, knee-high. Wanted in. Started looking for a pair.
Found some chunky ankle boots pretty quick. Solid, reliable, go-with-anything brown. Good base.
But then, saw these weirdly cool platform loafers. Thicker sole than usual. Looked kinda retro, kinda modern. Felt brave, tried them on. Surprisingly comfy! Lighter than big boots. Now I wear them with my leather pants or even jeans. Adds a bit of unexpected height without screaming “PLATFORM”. Sneaky trend adoption!
The Layering Trap (Almost)
Kept seeing all this stuff about complex layering. Sweater vests over button-downs, shirts under dresses, jackets over jackets. Tried to copy it once.
Put a thin vest over a shirt, then my big coat on top. Felt bulky. Got hot indoors. Felt like I was wrestling my clothes. Definitely looked… busy.
Scrapped that fast. Realized layering is great, but gotta keep it simple for me. Maybe just a long sleeve tee under a crewneck. Or that trusty chunky knit over everything. Comfort wins every time.
Putting It All Together Now
So, what am I actually wearing now? Honestly, mixing the new stuff slowly.
- Go-To Outfit #1: My giant caramel coat + comfy turtleneck sweater (old faithful) + the new faux leather pants + chunky boots. Warm, comfortable, and feels current.
- Go-To Outfit #2: Big cozy knit sweater (the fuzzy trend ticked!) + basic jeans + the platform loafers. Easy, relaxed, the shoes give it that little something different.
The key? Didn’t try to buy every single trend or copy looks exactly. Found pieces I genuinely liked that fit with stuff I already own. Made sure they were comfortable. Who wants to be fussing with itchy sweaters or shoes that hurt?
Look, trends are fun, but feeling good in your clothes is the real trend that never goes out of style. My advice? Grab one or two new things you love that feel like you, mix them with your old favorites, and just go for it. Don’t stress about copying every detail perfectly. Your closet, your rules!
