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9 Layering Techniques That Will Make Others Believe You’ve Hired a Stylist

  • 2026年2月12日
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Hanna MW wearing a leather jacket and jeans

Forgotten what to wear when it’s cold? Us too. The perfect autumn outfit for this kind of weather needs to marry fashion with function. That means it’s all about layering. Some of the chicest autumn outfits work so well because they feature classic wardrobe staples in of-the-moment layering combinations that bring both a forward feel to the looks and a practicality for keeping up with the roller coaster of the day’s temperatures.

While there are plenty of tried-and-true layering combinations that always work—think a T-shirt underneath a cardigan underneath a trench coat—I’ve sourced a number of key outfits that’ll never fail. The looks in question are all especially relevant for autumn 2025 and I also think said outfits could earn you compliments thanks to their more creative feel. Some people might even go so far as to assume you started working with a secret stylist to amp up your wardrobe. And you know? I say let them. With that, keep scrolling for a few autumn layering outfit ideas, complete with shopping inspiration.

EASY LAYERING OUTFITS THAT MAKE YOU LOOK POLISHED:

1. Leather Trench + Roll Neck + Jeans

Sylvie wearing leather coat

Style Notes: Freshen up a casual jeans outfit by layering with a cosy roll neck and leather coat combo. There’s something about the material that always looks effortlessly polished, and the belted style will stop you from feeling swamped under tonnes of layers. See how Sylvie has added tights underneath her jeans? That’s a autumn layering hack to remember.

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2. Waistcoat + Blazer + Maxi Coat

woman wearing a white coat and jeans and gray blazer in Copenhagen

Style Notes: Waistcoats are still key for autumn, and one cool way to wear yours is to layer it underneath a coordinating blazer. For added warmth depending on the forecast, throw a maxi coat in a tonal colour on top to keep the look polished.

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3. V-Neck Knit + White T-shirt + Leather Jacket + Jeans

Hanna MW wearing a leather jacket and jeans in Copenhagen

Style Notes: Layering a crisp white tee underneath your jumper, especially a V-neck that shows off the contrasting colours, is the coolest way to wear your basics right now. Pair the combo with ’90s-inspired denim and a leather jacket for the freshest everyday outfit that’s secretly so easy to throw together. You could also add a long coat for exta chilly days.

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4. Double Jumper + Tailored Trouser + Suede Bag

woman wearing a navy sweater

Style Notes: Double the knits equals double the fun (and warmth). Tap into the monochromatic trend by wearing a knit and tying another one in the same hue over your shoulders to match. Wear with matchy-matchy trousers for the full tonal vibe.

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5. Jumper + White T-Shirt + Delicate Skirt

Jeannette Madsen wearing a camel sweater and sheer skirt

Style Notes: For a party look that’ll still keep you reasonably warm, it’s all about balance. Layer on top so that you can brave being bare legged on the bottom. Layering a sweater over a white T-shirt is an easy way to add a forward feel to your everyday basics—and the combo works with everything from jeans to a sequin skirt.