Upgrade Your Outfits With Fall’s Biggest Accessory Trends

Welcome to your coolest, most confident autumn yet.

Personal style is at the forefront of the fashion conversation right now, maybe more than ever before—and the biggest fall accessory trends play right into it. Plenty of the most coveted pieces of the season (quirky hats, playful jewelry, doily-like tights) feel special and singular enough to re-energize your look for a new season, even if your everyday dressing is focused on the basics (you can never go wrong with jeans and a tee). No matter what your style journey looks like, we’re willing to bet at least one of the styles below—all of which were major themes on autumn’s runways—will take your wardrobe to the next level.

While gold jewelry will always be in style, this season consider setting it aside to try an all-silver-tone look. Statement pieces like a long, bold necklace or a pair of structural hoops add a certain dressiness and polish to even the simplest of outfits. Jujuvera’s seashell-shaped necklace has become the runaway hit of the year, but there are plenty of other ways to embrace the trend in a way that fits your personal style.

The Westernwear look has been sweeping the style scene for several years now. But saddle up, cowgirl, because the look isn’t going anywhere soon. While many brands, like Schaiparelli, Willy Chavarria, and Dsquared2, went all-in on their references—think multilayered belts and 10-gallon hats—you needn’t be too literal to enjoy the look. A gold-and-leather accent, a Western-flavored belt, or a well-placed bandana around the neck or waist should do the trick, especially if you pair it with trendy double denim.

Boots for fall, of course, are kind of a no-brainer. But the ones that most align with the fashion zeitgeist have the slimmest soles possible, much like autumn’s trendiest sneakers; Alberta Ferretti showed slightly slouchy stompers juxtaposed with long gowns, while Hermès went for a traditional riding silhouette with the very slightest tread on the bottom. Should you want more of a statement, follow Louis Vuitton’s lead with a shorter shaft; this is also ideal for transitioning your lighter fall dresses into cooler weather.

These days, nothing says you’re serious about style like a silly little chapeau. (Just ask the Copenhagen girls.) There’s a lot of catwalk inspiration to draw from: felt cloches at Miu Miu, tweedy wide-brims at Chanel, leather skullcaps at Sportmax, ’80s-inspired headwear at Vaquera. The general aesthetic is slightly retro, but in a knowing, tongue-in-cheek way. Whether you go for a beret or a newsboy cap, the trick is to integrate it mindfully with the rest of your outfit. An everyday pair of jeans and a white T-shirt can get you by with a simple sailor cap or pillbox hat, but true statement toppers, like striped berets and fur bucket hats, deserve something a little louder.

The beauty of investing in lingerie-like hosiery is that it rarely costs more than $50 and will instantly transform the look of your dresses and skirts. If you’re feeling bold, test out a colorful pair that nods to recent Gucci styling or go for a white-on-white outfit in the spirit of McQueen; when in doubt, there’s nothing more classic than the sultry black legwear spotted at Balenciaga. Try something similar if you’re looking for a surefire way to revamp your favorite LBD. (Bonus points if you add peep-toe heels.)