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I don’t know about you, but now that summer is slowly coming to an end and an exciting new season is upon us, I’m very much in the mood and mindset to shop! The new fall arrivals have slowly been trickling in at all our favorite retailers, and as I perused some of my favorites this week—in particular, J.Crew, Zara, and Ref—there were certain styles that jumped out at me that instantly screamed “cool girl.” From cool Henley tops to of-the-moment royal purple hues and this season’s opulent jackets and accessories, below I’m sharing only the chicest new pieces that I think are worthy of your wallet—and wardrobe.
Keep scrolling for the It-girl pieces you won’t regret buying this season.
J.Crew
J.Crew
Short-Sleeve V-Neck Sweater in Vintage Wool
A chic V-neck to seamlessly step into the new season.
J.Crew
Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin
J.Crew’s viral luna pants come in this gorgeous new hue.
J.Crew
Verona Ballet Flats in Italian Leather
J.Crew
Rolled Cashmere Boatneck Sweater-Tee
J.Crew
Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace
J.Crew
Lace Fairfax Skirt
Romantic lace-trim pieces continue their reign this fall.
J.Crew
Ava Cap Toe Pumps in Leather
Two-tone shoes are a huge trend this upcoming season.
J.Crew
2025 Rollneck Sweater
If you’re wearing royal purple, then I know you’re a fashion girl.
J.Crew
Verona Lace-Up Flats in Eel-Embossed Leather
Celine-inspired shoes without the designer price tag.
J.Crew
Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin
Summer-to-fall pants you won’t regret.
J.Crew
Esme Relaxed-Fit Button-Up Shirt in Greenwich Poplin
Swap your basic white shirt for this head-turning hue.
Zara
ZARA
Technical Fabric Button Jacket
A technical jacket that screams fashion girl.
The perfect way to make your basic outfit pop.
ZARA
Zw Collection Floral Wrap Skirt
Tapestry-inspired skirts are a huge trend this fall.
ZARA
Linen Henley T-Shirt
It’s all about cool Henley silhouettes for the new season, and Zara has plenty of great ones.
A fresh iteration on the lace-trim trend.
ZARA
Gathered Leather Mini Crossbody Bag
Style it with a red sweater for the perfect color combo.
ZARA
Zw Collection Midi Trench
At the top of my Zara cart!
Ruched loafers that don’t cost a fortune.
ZARA
Zw Collection Lace Cami Top
Chloé vibes, Zara price.
ZARA
Limited Edition Leather Detail Handbag
No one will believe it’s Zara.
ZARA
Straight Cut Linen Blazer With Darts
Shrunken blazers were all over the F/W 26 runways.
Reformation
Reformation
Matilda Jacket
If you get one jacket this fall, make it this one.
Reformation
Veya Silk Top
Reformation
Miles Stretch Mid Rise Straight Leg Jeans
Lean into the dark-wash indigo jeans that are about to be everywhere this fall.
Reformation
Enya Satin Wedge Sandal
The hard part is choosing between the teal and the purple.
Reformation
Olina Cropped Pant
Every cool fashion person I know is wearing these striking pants.
The most elegant of jackets.
Reformation
Drew Satin Short
A chic option while it’s still warm out.
Reformation
Hermia Regenerative Merino Polo
Reformation
Stella Satin Coat
This coat will make your outfit.
