When it comes to my closet, I'm entering my cool-girl fall era and loving every minute of it. This has meant prioritizing standout pieces with an undeniably cool vibe on all of my latest shopping sprees. My recent virtual shop was focused on three of my favorite retailers: Zara, J.Crew, and Gap. Each of their respective new arrivals sections just so happened to be overflowing with chic finds that fit the bill perfectly.
Below, I rounded up 31 picks from Zara, J.Crew, and Gap that offer an instant confidence boost. You can discover and shop everything from of-the-moment suede pieces like jackets and bags to compliment-worthy jeans, stellar sweaters, and head-turning dresses, to name a few. I'm especially excited about the waisted cardigans and the snakeskin slingback heels. Keep scrolling to check out every last piece.
Shop Cool Fall Picks From Zara, J.Crew, and Gap
A perfect fall sweater from Zara..
Nothing like an effortless long-sleeve white tee.
Suede jackets are everywhere right now.
A silky maxi dress always comes in handy.
Into these layered cord necklaces.
This whole J.Crew look is so chic, especially the pink sweater.
Brown suede bags are trending.
I'm all for thi's '90s-inspired plaid dress.
How dreamy are these suede loafers?
Another incredibly cool suede jacket.
I love the relaxed fit of these J.Crew jeans.
Waisted cardigans are top-of-mind.
Suede sneakers reign supreme.
Barn jackets are a personal favorite.
Another chic layered fall look worth re-creating.
Brown pants feel so elegant.
Another '90s-style dress.
Yes, to the jeans and the look in general.
I want this in every color.
These moto boots look designer.
I love the way gray and red look together.
I told you waisted cardigans are chic!
Dark-wash jeans to live in.
Can you tell I'm a layered necklace fan?
Brown polka-dot dresses are having a moment.
This lace-hem dress is guaranteed to sell out.
I'm in the process of writing a story about this effortless J.Crew outfit.
Slingback heels make everything look expensive.
A lovely alternative to your usual white-button down shirt.
A coat you'll wear forever.
This cropped barn jacket is so cool.
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