How Should Men Dress For Autumn?

Autumn can be very varied in weather and temperature. After you step out of the door for the day, you’re not entirely sure what you’re going to get. You can get a blast of summer sun followed by torrential rain as easily as the whole day can be overcast. Days can be muggy or cold, or both. When it comes to dressing for autumn, all of this must be considered, or you may have to spend a day uncomfortable and regretting your choice of men’s autumn outfit you made that morning. However, there are ways to optimise your autumnal style – trust SUAVE OWL to keep you comfortable and stylish, simple yet sophisticated, all year long.

 

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For men’s autumn fashion, men’s autumn outfits, tips and tricks for autumnal fashion, and everything you need to know about men’s autumn style, read on…

 

 

Men’s Autumn Fashion Advice

 

There are a few simple steps a gentleman can take to feel his best in the autumnal months.

 

 

Autumn can be an unpredictable season for weather. To tackle this, commit yourself to wearing layers. Layers are practical for a few reasons. Firstly, they’ll keep you warm. Secondly, you can choose the best coat or jacket for the day depending on weather, wearing something water-proof when the weather looks dreary. Lastly, you can remove layers as the day goes on, meaning you have the perfect outfit for outside with everything on and inside with a few layers removed.

 

 

The best way to incorporate men’s autumn layers in outfits is to have a base layer, like a SUAVE OWL T-shirt, that keeps the torso comfortable. Then, an insulator layer is best, like a piece of go-to knitwear, to keep the body warm. Lastly, a shell layer that protects from the elements and weather, a coat, jacket, or waterproof being your best options!

 

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Best Autumn Fabrics For Clothes

 

What fabrics you wear can make a big impact on your overall comfort. In the summer, light-weight and breathable fabrics are a must. In winter, the opposite is true. But what autumn fabrics are best for men’s autumn outfits.

 

 

Opting for middle-weight pieces is a good option for men’s autumn outfits. Autumn can fluctuate in temperature, so wearing something too light or too heavy can get annoying throughout the day. Middle-weight pieces become your best option for this season, and you want a fabric that can account for this.

 

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The best fabrics for autumn include corduroy, denim, velvet, flannel, and tweed. All of these are lighter than your heaviest fabrics, but still solid enough to keep you warm and comfortable throughout an autumn’s day. Pieces in these fabrics will work fantastically in men’s autumn outfits.

 

 

Adding to the above, we have mentioned autumn layering as a good and stylish solution to the unpredictable nature of the season’s weather. But what materials work well in these layers? Your base layer should be a comfortable fabric that is breathable and sweat absorbent, keeping you feeling your best all day. Cotton or similar fabrics work excellently in this role. Your insulator layer is the best place for the previously mentioned fantastic autumn fabrics, but wool also works fantastically in this position. Lastly, your outer shell needs to do different functions on different days. On a rainy day, a water-proof or water-resistant polyester works well. Leather jackets can also fantastically work as a men’s autumn jacket. Wool-blends can also be a good choice for a cold, dry day!

 

Best Men’s Autumn Colours

If you want to dress for autumn in colour, embrace the rich and warm tones the season has to offer. Reds, oranges, greens, burgundy, plum, browns and creams – all of these shades are perfect autumn colours for men’s outfits. It’s a colourful season, embrace a lot of colour or include these shades as a vibrant pop in your outfit accompanied by rich neutral shades.

 

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Practical Tips For Men In Autumn

While the above advice will help you with certain aspects of men’s autumn style, there is some tips, tricks and considerations to consider while assembling your men’s autumn outfit.

 

 

Don’t forget your trousers! Whilst the three layer system will keep your torso and arms ready for autumn, your trousers must also be considered. Layering up on trousers can make you overtly warm and uncomfortable, plus you cannot remove trouser layers as you please. Consider the weather before you leave in the morning and stick to either medium or heavy weight men’s trousers. Jeans, suit trousers, thick chinos, or trousers that utilise some of the previously mentioned autumn materials are a fantastic choice!

 

 

On cold days, consider thermal underwear for that extra step of warmth. Thermal socks, pants, and even a thermal vest can go a long way to keeping you warmer, well-worth considering if you are a gentleman that feels the cold!

 

 

You should also consider accessories on cold days. Scarves, hats, and gloves all cover up areas of the body that will otherwise be exposed to the world, they can keep you warm whilst also providing a pop of style or colour. Your colder season accessories are a must-consider in your men’s autumn outfits.

 

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Lastly, footwear. If you’re prepared in every aspect except your footwear, you’ll likely still be uncomfortable. Water-proof or water-resistant shoes that won’t get wet are a must. Your shoes must also have good grip if you’re planning on spending time walking around. Boots are an autumn footwear classic, but any style of shoe with the above considerations can work!

 

More From Suave Owl

 

For more about men’s style, read our other blogs! Start with The Ultimate Guide To Men's Suits for everything you need to know about how to get the right suit. For men's dress code outfit inspiration, read our blogs Mastering The Art Of Semi-Formal Attire For Men and Navigating Men's Formal Wear: A Comprehensive Style Guide. To go over the core aspects of men's fashion, read our blog Mastering Men's Fashion: How To Find Your Style.

 

 

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