3 Fall Fashion Must-Haves

The first official day of fall may have come a few weeks back (and we've not-so-secretly been counting down the days), but the arrival of October makes it feel real. Sweater-and-boots combos are once again, sartorially acceptable. Pumpkin spice is everywhere whether you like it or not. People (your boyfriend, mainly) will not shut up about fantasy football. And for the fashion set, the time has come to swap out the summer civvies for this season's must-haves. We're waving goodbye to crops and cutoffs and welcoming wardrobe pieces that will work for Friday night lights, seasonal soirees, and everything in-between. These are the three fall fashion essentials you need to get through the season in style.

A '70s-Inspired Maxi

Throwing it back isn't just for Thursdays. Materializing in the form of flared detailing, psychedelic prints and chilled out color palettes, the spirit of the '70s is a fashion mainstay this fall--and no one is nailing it like Novella Royale. Their Lenny Maxi Dress epitomizes all we love about the trend. The vintage-inspired print, bell sleeves and wrap silhouette make this maxi timeless. Wear it on cooler, casual nights out with your favorite pair of knee high boots, and play up the plunging neckline with a suede wrap choker.

A Far-From-Basic Knit

Sure, you could throw on that same sweater you've been wearing the past few years. OR you can stand out from the rest of the PSL-wielding crowd in this knit by For Love and Lemons. With fringe detailing, slightly flared sleeves and contrast stitching, you can rely on this sweater to take your outfit up a notch. Picture this: your FL&L knit, black cutoffs and badass lace-up boots for a first encounter coffee date. And for your girls trip to the pumpkin patch in search of that Instagram-worthy pic (no judging, we all do it), pair it with baggy boyfriends and ankle booties.

A Vampy Statement Dress

There's no greater buzzkill in prepping for a party than not knowing WTF to wear. This number by For Love and Lemons is the only party dress you need this season. Sultry details like nude tulle, a keyhole back and a slim silhouette feel appropriate for fall with intricate black embroidery in all the right places. The fact that it's fully lined makes it super figure flattering, and easy to dress up or down. Wear it with a wide brim wool felt fedora by day and a pair of killer lace-up pumps at night.