Fall Outfit Ideas with Flats

Flats are not just for summer. As the weather cools, they are one of the easiest shoes to wear with fall layers, because they keep proportions neat when you add coats, scarves and knits. These outfits are simple to put together from things you probably already own.

Knit, trousers and flats

A chunky or fine knit with tailored or wide-leg trousers, finished with a flat Mary Jane, is a balanced everyday outfit. Keep the trouser hem just above the shoe so the strap shows.

Trench coat, midi skirt and a slingback

A midi skirt with a trench or a long coat looks elegant with a flat slingback. Warm colours — camel, olive, chocolate — suit the season, and a metallic or studded detail catches the light on shorter days.

Jeans, a blazer and brown flats

Brown and espresso shades are a fall staple. With straight jeans, a blazer and a simple tee, a brown flat looks softer than black and goes with almost everything in a neutral wardrobe.

Tights and flats

Sheer or opaque tights with a dress or skirt and a closed-toe flat extend the life of your lighter outfits into cooler days. Choose tights in a colour close to your shoes for a longer line. With tights, you may like a little extra room in the shoe — see our sizing guide.

All-black, with one texture

Black jeans, a black knit and a black flat can look very sharp when one piece has texture — a studded pair, a woven strap, a mesh overlay. The texture gives the outfit interest without adding colour.

Small details that finish a fall look

• A leather or suede bag in a warm tone.
• A scarf in the same colour family as your shoes.
• Simple gold jewellery to echo studs or buckles on your flats.