If You Only Buy 4 Items This Month, Make It These Must-Have Basics for Fall And Winter
Our editor highlights four must-have basics and exactly where to shop them.

As a shopping editor, I spend countless hours tracking seasonal trends, browsing retail releases, and attending fashion previews. While I love a unique find just as much as the next fashion person, sometimes making sure you have a solid collection of basics is the best thing you can do for your wardrobe. Since fall is here and winter is around the corner. I decided to highlight a few must-have basics for fall and winter and where exactly to buy them.
Yes, you've read that correctly. I'm taking the guesswork out of shopping for cold-weather basics today. From everyday jeans you'll wear on repeat to fall boots made for walking, and so much more, I've got you covered. Keep scrolling to add some amazing basics to your wardrobe.
Shop the Best Must-Have Basics For Fall 2026
Best Jeans for Fall
Jeans just make sense for the cooler weather. Dark washes tends to be the go-to for fall and winter months, but you can't go wrong with a classic medium blue pair.
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FRAME
FRAME The Cigarette Crop Straight Leg Jeans
$298

Madewell
$148

Levi's
Levi's Ribcage High Waist Wide Leg Jeans
$110

AGOLDE
AGOLDE Morgan Straight Leg Jeans
$298

Levi's
Levi's Cinch High Waist Baggy Wide Leg Jeans
$110

Pilcro
Pilcro Izzie Relaxed Pull on Barrel Jeans
$118

Pilcro
Pilcro Kayden High Rise Barrel Leg Jeans
$148
Best Sweaters for Fall
With sweater-weather in full swing. A solid knitwear collection is a necessity. Cashmere and wool fabrications reign supreme and v-necks are back on-trend.
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ZARA
ZARA Jacquard Knit Sweater - Brown - S
$70

ZARA
$60

ZARA
ZARA Oversized Striped Wool Sweater
$100

Nordstrom

Nordstrom
Nordstrom Brushed Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
$249

J.Crew
J.Crew Vintage Wool Rollneck™ Sweater
$188

J.Crew
J.Crew Perfect Cashmere Crewneck
$148
Best Jackets for Fall
You can't go wrong with the fashion person favorite oversized bomber, but there are other styles to be on the look out for this season. Funnel-neck jackets are having a huge moment, and opt for a cape silhouette for a more elegant look.
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ZARA
ZARA Faux Leather Drawstring Jacket - Dark Khaki - Xs
$80

ZARA
$119

Banana Republic
Banana Republic Heritage Leather Barn Jacket
$460

Banana Republic
Banana Republic Heritage Suede Fringe Jacket
$460

Anthropologie
Anthropologie Reagan Faux Leather Bomber by Pilcro
$158

Anthropologie
Anthropologie By Anthropologie Moira Funnel Neck Utility Jacket
$178

COS
$399
Best Boots for Fall
While I'm partial to tall boots, you can find a few ankle-length options that look chic and elevated. Brown and black leather and suede styles are the perfect go-to.
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ZARA
ZARA Suede Heeled Boots - Taupe Gray - 5
$169

ZARA
ZARA Stretch Kitten-Heel Boots - Black - 5
$129

Sam Edelman
Sam Edelman Perla Boots - Black
$200

Madewell
Madewell The Ciel Slim Ankle Boots - Chocolate Raisin
$248

Reformation
Reformation Aveline Block Heeled Ankle Boot
$448

Reformation
Reformation Remy Stretch Ankle Boot
$448