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10 Quintessential Items You Need For Fall

By Maya Kachroo-Levine on July 11, 2018

Let our list of essentials help you cultivate that chic autumn vibe.

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If you wait until September or October to buy your fall essentials, you might be cutting it close. Just like holiday shopping is best done in the fall before the December rush, autumnal pieces are best purchased in the summer when everyone else is still thinking about bathing suits and summer scents. While beach vibes and florals are all well and good, fall staples are some of the most exciting products of the year. They celebrate those perfect couple of months when the heat has finally burnt off, the cold air hasn’t yet staked its claim, and the leaves are just starting to turn. Let’s be real, the anticipation for fall builds from December until August, and we’re finally almost there. Here are 10 fall must-haves:

 
Courtesy NEST Fragrances

Nest Fragrances’ Moroccan Amber 3-Wick Candle

By late September, candle season is in full swing. Nest specializes in luxury fragrances, diffusing them via reeds, candles, liquid soap, and eau de parfums. Of their top scent collections, Moroccan Amber jumps out as having the right amount of spice for fall. Other fall scents worth considering are Cedar Leaf and Lavender or Sicilian Tangerine. Shop: $64

Courtesy Sephora

Commodity Velvet

Commodity is the new kid on the fragrance block, and they’re getting a lot of traction from their gender-neutral, vegan, cruelty-free fragrances. They just launched in 2014, but once you smell one of their fragrances, it’s clear why this four-year-old company is going to stick around. Their velvet scent is perfect for fall; in the “warm and spicy” fragrance family, it has notes of black amber, roasted almond, and rose. Shop: $105

Courtesy Amazon

Hario Double Glass Coffee Press

Brewing great coffee at home is one of the simplest luxuries in life. And using the right coffee equipment can elevate your entire morning experience. Start with this stunning coffee press, which is extremely functional and radiates fall aesthetics. If you’re committing to the French press life, most coffee connoisseurs will also suggest a grinder—try this one by Cuisinart ($42). Shop: $86

Courtesy Shinola

The Runwell Shinola Watch

The brown leather strap and bold facade make this watch a statement piece that can still complement your fall wardrobe without detracting from the clothes. A unisex watch, the Runwell is versatile enough to work as an everyday watch with a suit, business casual attire, or Saturday night style. It might be just a touch too heavy for summer, but fall is the Runwell’s time to shine. And in the words of Shinola, “A good watch not only tells time, it sets the tone for your whole day.” Shop: $550

Courtesy Paula's Choice

Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Replenishing Moisturizer

The biggest skincare misunderstanding on record is that face moisturizer is only for women. Au contraire, a daily face cream is important for everyone, especially as the weather starts to turn and the drier air starts to affect your skin. The aloe and chamomile in this recovery moisturizer provide deep hydration. This isn’t necessarily a daily cream (though it can be), it’s ideal for use a few times a week or as dry patches come up. If your light summer face cream is no longer doing enough, use this as a supplement to your skincare routine. Shop: $29

Courtesy Mr Porter

Anderson & Sheppard Navy Suede Gloves

Everyone has their own opinions on suede versus leather, but I am firmly in the suede boots, leather jacket, and suede gloves camp. Anderson & Sheppard has been a noted London brand since 1906, so they’re far from novices in the business of tailor-made accessories. These gloves are also unlined, so you get the comfort of lush suede, but they’re light enough for fall. Shop: $212

Courtesy Amazon

Le Creuset Dutch Oven

The best fall soups can only be achieved in a dutch oven. Take it from someone who regularly commits to pouring over the stove for two hours to make onion soup from scratch—the dutch oven does soups better than anything else in your kitchen arsenal. As the summer heat starts to dissipate, it’ll finally be time to start using your baking gear again, and when that happens, making bread in your dutch oven is a must—and we can’t recommend The New York Times no-knead bread recipe enough—the crust comes out perfectly every time. Shop: $340

Courtesy Amazon

"Under October Skies" Coffee Table Book

Fall foliage comes and goes too quickly. In Under October Skies, award-winning photographer Michael Hudson captures the unreal views of Acadia National Park in the fall. The four-pound book has four sections: the coast, woods and trails, lakes and ponds, and autumn foliage. Perfect for inspiring you to opt outside this fall, this book showcases in the vast color palette of Acadia. Shop: $75

Courtesy Burberry

Burberry’s Classic Check Cashmere Scarf

Some things are classic for a reason. The check cashmere scarf from Burberry is a fall wardrobe staple, and it’s worth the investment because this scarf will last for years. Not only is camel color the quintessential Burberry look, but it’s also autumnal enough to match the rest of your fall style. When you find a scarf that works with a leather jacket, a trench, and a denim jacket, it’s worth holding on to. Shop: $430

Courtesy Sephora

La Mer Lip Balm

The transition from sunburned lips to cracked, dry lips is not a pleasant one. The first cold spell comes around, and suddenly you’re barely-recovered-from-summer lips are chapped. Luxury skincare and makeup line La Mer specializes in healing dry and sensitive skin. The secret is in the sea kelp used in every La Mer product. As with most high-quality skincare products, a little bit goes a long way. This lip balm is slightly minty, making it both restorative and refreshing. Shop: $60

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