All The Pieces Our Fashion Editors Are Layering Into Their Outfits This Fall

Bustle's Fashion & Beauty Editor Olivia Muenter loves the idea of pairing a leopard print skirt with oversized sweaters, turtlenecks, and boots in the fall and winter months. Plus, it'll look equally cute with a simple white T-shirt come spring.

Aemilia Madden, The Zoe Report's Senior Fashion Editor, knows a floor-length sweater dress may not fall into the practical purchase category, but can't help but love this cozy knit from Jacquemus. "Usually, sweater dresses seem a bit shapeless to me, but not this time around," Madden says.

Associate Fashion & Beauty Editor Katie Dupere at Bustle says she's "a sucker for the old adage that adding tights under dresses and skirts can carry shorter looks into the chilly fall flawlessly." After years of searching for the perfect black tights, Dupere thinks she finally found them in this pair from Spanx. "They are super durable and last forever, plus they can withstand several rides in the washing machine and dryer," she explains. "They are thick without making you uncomfortable, and they stay up all day long due to the high waist." Dupere recognizes that $18 can seem a bit steep for a pair of tights, but she swears the high quality will "save approximately $1 million in the long run."

Contributing Market Editor to The Zoe Report, Mecca James-Williams, says turtlenecks are her go to staple for colder seasons. "They are like T-shirts for me!" she says. These merino wool turtlenecks from Uniqlo are perfect for layering, and feel super high quality. James-Williams says she always stock up on these as the weather changes, buying 2-3 in each color, because they always sell out quickly at Uniqlo's NYC stores.

Kara McGrath, Bustle's Executive Fashion & Beauty Editor, points out that the worst part about the fall and winter in NYC is the horrible rain/sleet/snow that comes with it. "I also don't like carrying around a spare pair of shoes, so I'm always looking for waterproof boots that work well with my normal outfits too," McGrath says. "Stylist Simone Harouche designed these green hiking boots for Cole Haan, and they fit all my fall/winter boot requirements — they're warm, waterproof, and light enough for everyday wear."

Lauren Caruso, Managing Editor of The Zoe Report, says, "The pattern on this skirt from Beaufille is squarely in winter territory, but the midi silhouette makes it appropriate for all the autumnal days from now till then. I'd wear it with knee-high boots and a fitted, ribbed turtleneck."

Bustle's West Coast Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor Sara Tan admits that fall is finally here, but since she lives in Los Angeles, that means it's still pretty warm during the day and then crisp and cool at night. "I need something that's cozier than a denim jacket, but not as thick as a sherpa-lined parka," she explains. "This wool coat blend from RAILS is perfect and goes with everything — I can throw it over a dress with booties or jeans and sneakers and still feel ready for fall (or as much as I can in 70 degree weather)."

Once the temperature drops below 60 degrees, I'm living in boots. They are so practical, and honestly the best option for walking around when it's chilly. I am loving these Tamara Mellon boots 1. because I consider leopard to be a neutral so they will go with anything you wear and 2. because the heel is super manageable so they aren't going to slow you down.

Bustle's Contributing Fashion & Beauty Features Editor, Kalya Greaves, says if you can't afford the Gucci version, this $45 Steve Madden belt bag is an affordable must-have for fall and winter. "I love it because it can carry all of my essentials while my hands stay warm in my pockets," she explains.