In most places, fall announces itself with crisp air, crunchy leaves, and a collective urge to buy sweaters. In South Florida, not so much. Here, the palm trees stay green, the humidity hangs on, and the only chill in the air comes from an overachieving AC unit.
But that doesn’t mean we skip the season entirely — it just means we do it differently.
The Color Drop: Moody Tones Meet Tropical Temps
We may not get golden leaves, but we still get the memo on rich autumn colors. Think spiced turmeric, smoky plum, moss green, and burnt sienna — just served in breathable fabrics like gauze, linen, and silk.
It’s less “bundle up” and more “bring the drama.” An off-the-shoulder maxi in oxblood, a chartreuse slip dress with booties, or wide-leg pants in camel-toned cotton can say fall without saying why am I sweating through this sweater?
Layer Lightly: The Illusion of Autumn
Real talk: We don't do coats down here. But we do love a good fake-out. Enter the art of faux layering — open vests, sleeveless trenches, light dusters, and silky two-piece sets that give you the look of fall layers without the heatstroke.
Bonus points for breathable mesh knits, breezy crochet, or linen suiting.
It’s in the Accessories
If you can't dress for the weather, dress for the mood. This is where fall really shines in Florida — in the details.
Swap straw totes for structured leather bags in deep hues. Go for chunky gold jewelry, a bold belt, or a pair of suede slides. Felt hats make a statement (and shade your face), and tinted sunglasses in amber or olive set the tone without upping the temperature.
And yes, boots are fair game. Just pair them with shorts or a breezy dress.
Sweater Weather (Kinda)
We want sweater weather… we just don’t always get it. So we fake it with sheer cardigans, open-weave pullovers, and feather-light knits that nod to coziness without causing a personal heatwave.
The trick? Keep it slouchy, breathable, and pair with something short or sleeveless.
Fall, Rewritten
Autumnal fashion in South Florida isn’t about fighting the forecast — it’s about embracing it with style. So go ahead and bring out the boots, the deep hues, the leather accents, and yes, even the (lightweight) layers.
The leaves may not turn—but heads still will.
We want sweater weather… we just don’t always get it. So we fake it with sheer cardigans, open-weave pullovers, and feather-light knits.