Suede Season

Suede is the perfect texture to bridge the seasons. Its soft finish adds a touch of warmth and richness that feels autumnal without being too heavy for late summer dressing. Think suede heels grounding a breezy white eyelet dress, or a gorgeous suede bag lending polish to your polo-and-jeans uniform. These subtle swaps instantly transition your look, making everyday outfits feel seasonally right while still perfectly wearable in the August sunshine. When the leaves start to change and you're reaching for wool, tweed and plaid these suede accents will effortlessly enhance your autumn and winter looks. I've scoured my favorite sites to bring you the best suede pieces to enjoy now and late.

• This chestnut suede hobo bag is my platonic ideal of a fall bag. The color, the smart yet relaxed shape, the size (which can hold a ton!) and the way it hangs against your body. A winner all around and I love how it transforms a 4 season outfit like my polo (a few left - and on sale!) and jeans to feel just right for late summer and early fall.
• I find that my most comfortable shoes are often suede, which has more give than leather and molds to your foot over time. This is especially nice when we're talking about pointed toe pumps, and this block heel and this stiletto are my two favorites of all time.
• I love the olive hue of this petite bucket bag which is perfect for casual autumn excursions.
• Suede lends an opulence to anything it touches, and works especially well on affordable pieces inspired by designer items. These kitten heels look like Manolos but are only $168, and this beautiful burgundy crossbody bag is inspired by Bottega Veneta, but is $268.
• Suede loafers are a wardrobe staple whether you go for a classic penny loafer or this minimalist pair - both look best styled with ankle jeans. (These are a new find and wow are they flattering! They run TTS and I have the "coastal blue".)
• A yummy suede belt can really pull your outfit together, and they look incredibly lux, even when they're under $80 like this and this.
• This suede jacket looks buttery soft and the light tan hue will be your go-to as the evenings get chilly. Lovely with a tee and jeans now, and over chunky turtlenecks and wool trousers later.
• Fun fact, I was a ranch hand for several summers during college. Mucking stalls, exercising horses, wearing a Stetson, and I could lasso a bucket (ha!). Ever since, I've loved western wardrobe touches. These chocolate suede boots are gorgeous and have the perfect pointed toe to make them super flattering. I'd wear them with this denim mini dress now, and this uber-cozy cable knit dress later.
• Not technically an accessory, but this stunning floral suede jacket deserves a look, and it's on major sale through midnight tonight!
• These ballet flats are super comfortable, and an elevated option when you want to wear sneakers, but need to look put together.
• Jackie O's equally fabulous sister, Lee, inspired a collection of Tory Burch bags and all of them are so chic. (I'm more of a Lee than a Jackie myself.) I just got this bag in ivory for fall and love the subtle suede sides, which add a touch of richness. (Love how it looks with this dress!) This Lee shoulder bag is a shape you don't see everywhere and I love the deep forest hue.
• If comfort is king, consider adding these oxblood suede sneakers to your fall lineup. Or these suede loafer/sneaker hybrids that are like walking on air - perfect for days spent leaf peeping this fall along the New England coast (perhaps while wearing this cozy nautical cardigan?)
• Subtle suede details elevate this classic canvas tote. I'm picturing it on the crook of your arm with this plaid jacket during a September weekend in Vermont.
• These beautiful heels look amazing peeking out from the hem of your trousers or silk midi skirt (on major sale!)

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