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Fall & Winter Capsule Wardrobe for Women Over 40: The Pieces I Actually Wear

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A small, hardworking fall and winter wardrobe built around soft knits, one great coat, and boots I can walk in all day. Every piece mixes with the others, so getting dressed takes two minutes. Plus-size options included.
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Soft Layering Knits

The sweaters I reach for first. Fine knits layer under a coat without bulk and still look polished on their own.
 
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Real cashmere at a sane price. Fine enough to tuck in or layer under a blazer.
Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
 
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The slouchy version, now in plus sizes. Easy over leggings or straight jeans.
Mongolian Cashmere Oversized Crewneck Sweater - Plus Size
 
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My hidden warm layer under sweaters and dresses on the coldest days.
Women's HEATTECH Cashmere Blend T-Shirt | Extra Warm

Coats

One good coat does more for a winter outfit than anything else in the closet.
 
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Knee length, relaxed fit, and long enough to cover dresses. Comes in regular and plus sizes.
Women's Plus Size Wool Blend Top Coat
 
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Insulated, so it works for real cold, not just cool mornings. Plus sizes available.
Women's Insulated Double Breasted Wool Coat

Pants & Jeans

Three bottoms that work with every sweater above.
 
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A straight leg with stretch and a waist that stays put. Comes in plus sizes.
Marilyn Straight Jeans - Rinse Blue
 
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Pull-on comfort that still looks like real trousers.
Starfish Mid Rise Straight Leg Pants
 
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Feels like loungewear, looks put together with boots and a coat.
SPANX AirEssentials® Wide Leg Pant

Shoes

Shoes I can walk in all day, rain or shine.
 
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Waterproof and easy to pull on, with a low block heel.
Blondo Mayes Waterproof Chelsea Boot (Women)
 
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The polished flat for days the boots feel too heavy. Comes in wide width.
Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer (Women)

Finishing Touches

The one bag that holds everything.
 
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Fits a laptop, a sweater, and snacks, and looks better every year.
The Transport Tote

Read on the Blog

Full outfit guides with all of these pieces put together.
 
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16 pieces, more than 30 outfits. My full fall capsule, styled.
Fall Capsule Wardrobe for Women Over 50: 16 Pieces, More Than 30 Effortless Outfits
 
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What I wear through the in-between weeks, before it's really cold.
Early Fall Capsule Wardrobe: The Pieces I Actually Wear Through the In-Between Weeks
 
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Warm, simple outfits for everyday winter.
20 Winter Outfits for Women Over 50 That Feel Warm, Chic, and Effortless
 
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My practical plus-size guide for the cold months.
Fall Winter Outfits for Plus Size Women Over 50: A Practical Guide