Yes, as the title states, I’m a yapper. As the executive shopping director here, I especially yap about shopping all day long—new arrivals, trends, shoes, bags, children’s clothes, basics, you name it. Today, I want to focus on the latter—fall 2026 elevated basics.
If you’re building your fall wardrobe, start here. These four staples fall into that “elevated basics” category because they’re relevant and modern, yet highly versatile and can be worn with a multitude of pieces. In fact, I’m already wearing some of them.
Keep scrolling to shop everything from the season’s key jacket silhouette to the jeans you’ll want to live in. I’ll stop yapping now, so you can shop.
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Double-Layered T-Shirt
I’ve been living in long-sleeve white tees. I’m going to continue wearing them as a cool staple, but it’s the double-layered styles that also pique my interest right now.
Gap
Organic Cotton Vintagesoft Double-Layer T-Shirt
EB Denim
Rory Layered Long Sleeve
TIBI
Perfect Unisex Double Layer Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Purple Top/Knit
Purple is the color for fall 2026. Yes, the hue is bold, but it’s easy to pull off in the form of a top or sweater. Style one with your favorite pair of pants, and you’re set.
ALIGNE
Dion Brushed Wool Jumper
Valentino
Tie-Neck Silk Crêpe De Chine Blouse in Purple – Valentino
COS
Merino Wool Layered V-Neck Sweater
High-Neck Jacket
(Image credit: @bobbyschuessler)
Yes, that’s me above in my new favorite high-neck jacket. This silhouette is directional with the collar up and effortlessly chic when it’s down.
Toteme
Oversized Cotton-Blend Jacket in Grey
Sold Out NYC
The Windbreaker in Iconic Red
ZARA
High-Neck Nylon Jacket
MANGO
Funnel Neck Bomber Jacket
Slim-Straight Jeans/Cigarette Jeans
Cigarette jeans and slim-straight jeans will continue to reign supreme this fall. Elevated and sharp.
Citizens of Humanity
90s High Waist Straight Leg Jeans
DL1961
Kristy High Rise Cigarette Sculptsystem Jeans
FRAME
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