07 Aug August Style Guide: The Colors of Early Fall
The easiest way to dress for fall? Start with color.
It may still be 90°, but there’s one thing that always arrives before sweater weather: the colors of fall.
August is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe—not by piling on layers, but by introducing the rich, earthy shades that instantly make your outfits feel more seasonal while keeping you cool.
This Month’s Color Palette
As we move toward fall, you’ll start seeing a shift away from bright summer hues and into colors inspired by nature. Think warm earth tones, deep blues, and rich greens that add depth to even the simplest outfits.
This month, we’re loving:
Browns
From soft camel and mocha to rich chocolate and espresso, every shade of brown is having a moment. These neutrals pair beautifully with denim and instantly make an outfit feel elevated.
Olive Green
Olive is one of fall’s most versatile colors. It works as a neutral, complements nearly every skin tone, and pairs effortlessly with cream, denim, black, or brown.
Deep and Light Blues
Trade bright summer blues for navy, indigo, dark denim shades, and pops of soft blue. They’re timeless, polished, and easy to mix with the rest of your wardrobe.
Teal
A rich teal adds just the right amount of color while still feeling sophisticated. It’s a beautiful alternative to brighter summer shades and pairs especially well with camel, chocolate brown, and gold accessories.
Keep the Fabrics, Change the Palette
Warm weather isn’t going anywhere just yet, and neither are the breathable fabrics that keep you comfortable. Think airy cottons, soft modal, silky cupro, breathable TENCEL™, lightweight twill, and easy knits.
Instead of replacing your favorite warm-weather pieces, simply choose them in richer, more autumn-inspired hues.
Some favorite combinations:
- Olive + Chocolate Brown
- Navy + Camel
- Teal + Warm Brown
- Espresso + Cream
- Indigo + Olive
Dark Denim is Back
One of the simplest updates you can make this month is reaching for dark wash denim instead of lighter washes.
Dark denim feels richer, more refined, and pairs beautifully with every color in the early fall palette. Whether you’re wearing a simple tee, a sleeveless blouse, or a lightweight sweater, darker denim instantly gives your outfit a more polished, seasonal look.
Let the Accessories do the Work
Accessories are where fall really starts to come alive.
Look for:
- Cognac or chocolate leather handbags
- Gold jewelry
- Rich brown belts
- Suede textures
- Neutral shoes in camel, espresso, or olive
These subtle swaps make your wardrobe feel fresh without adding extra layers.
The Stylist Tip
You don’t have to wait for cooler temperatures to embrace fall style.
Start with color.
Adding shades of brown, olive, navy, indigo, and teal is one of the easiest ways to make your wardrobe feel current while still dressing comfortably for the heat. It’s a simple update that works with pieces you already own—and makes getting dressed feel a little more like fall every day.
Your Front Door Fashion Stylist can help you build a wardrobe that works through every season, with versatile pieces you’ll wear now and long after the temperatures finally cool down.
Request your next Style Box or Style Session and let us bring fall style straight to your front door.
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