If you love the look of rich and moody colors, then here are a few of my favorites that I recommend incorporating into your wardrobe this fall season.
Adding these colors to your wardrobe will: - Give you a “grown up” aesthetic (this is perfect for men and women who are transitioning from club wear into a grown and sophisticated wardrobe). - Enhance your quiet luxury, classic, or minimal wardrobe with fresh color alternatives (no need to stick to black, white, and grey's all the time). - Add a touch of luxury to your outfits (rich colors put you in position to create luxury looks!)
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Dusty Rose
Dark Green: Heather Green, Hunter Green, Black Evergreen
Burnt Orange
Chocolate Brown
Burgundy
Navy Blue
Dusty Rose
If you're looking to upgrade to a polished and quality wardrobe this season, then I recommend adding this dusty rose inspired button down to your collection.
This deep, rich color paired with soft cotton fabric is an easy way to add class, sophistication, and a premium feel to your clothing collection without spending a fortune to do so.
Slim Stretch Button-Down Shirt
If you're looking to take a break from the neutral color palette and add a little color to your wardrobe, then I recommend investing in this wool blend coat from Cole Haan.
This dusty rose wool blend coat breaks up the monotony of a neutral colored wardrobe all while ensuring that you maintain an elegant and mature style aesthetic.
Is it me or have weddings been happening A LOT lately? Marriages are a beautiful thing, but choosing the right outfit to wear as a wedding guest can be horrendous!
So I thought I'd help you out a bit.
This classic fit suit is ideal for fall weddings and can even carry over into spring weddings if you plan to attend those as well.
Not to mention, this suit also gives you a much needed change of pace from wearing the all too familiar button up shirt and dress pants combination.
Men's 2-piece Classic Fit Suit
Dark Green: Heather Green, Hunter Green, Black Evergreen
Incorporating a rich and moody color palette into your work wardrobe just got a little easier thanks to this Chloè Tencel Blazer.
This blazer seamlessly bridges the gap between classy, professional, and stylish and adds a touch of trend (yes, dark green is currently trending!) to your overall look to keep your outfit looking fresh and current.
Chloè Tencel Blazer | Black Evergreen
Looking rich and feeling luxury doesn't always mean pulling out your fanciest attire.
You can look the part in your athleisure and loungewear as well.
These aspen heather green joggers not only give you a premium look and feel while working out or working from home, but they add an extra touch of class to your “store run” outfits as well.
Sunday Performance Jogger
Nothing screams rich, moody, and sophisticated like a deep dark green.
This elegant dress, showcased in a moody hunter green color, is sure to make you the center of attention for all of your upcoming fall dinner parties, gatherings, and hosted events.
Eliana Ribbed Turtleneck Dress | Midi Length | Hunter Green
Burnt Orange
Is this list really for fall if I don't add burnt orange to the color recommendations?
This organic cotton waffle sweater gives a luxurious touch to your outfits for seasonal family gatherings, timeless family photos, and the infamous football games.
Not to mention, it makes a functional and stylish layering piece to wear around the house when temperatures drop.
Men's Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Quarter Zip
If you're a triangle shape like me, then you should know that it's best to wear your dark and moody colors on the bottom half of your outfit.
Having said that, you can incorporate burnt orange into this seasons color palette by purchasing cute burnt orange pants (like these!) and then pairing them with lighter rich colors such as ivory and pure white.
Weekend Chinos, Straight Fit
If you're looking for a festive way to wear burnt orange this season then look no further than this double breasted suit jacket.
Aside from its fine craftsmanship and thoughtful materials, this suit jacket is perfect for elegant dinner parties, making a fashion statement, or keeping in your closet as a head turning staple piece.
Men's Burnt Orange Double Breasted Suit Jacket
Chocolate Brown
When envisioning fall…I feel like chocolate brown does not get the credit it deserves.
However, after adding this refined puff sleeve, mock neck top (in dark brown) to this list, I believe that more people will make a mental note to add this rich color to their wardrobes and start creating elegant outfit combinations.
Mockneck Puff Sleeve T-Shirt
Chocolate brown is one of my favorite rich and moody colors not only because it exudes elegance all on its own, but because it pairs so easily (and well) with a number of other colors and jean washes.
Take this cable crewneck sweater for example. You can pair it with both light and dark wash jeans, white or black trousers, and if you want to be more colorful and eccentric olive green pants.
CABLE CREW NECK SWEATER
Looking rich and dressing moody doesn't only take place outside of work hours…it can take place inside the office too!
This Amara sweater is perfect for both work and the weekend and it does a phenomenal job of showcasing your elegant style in a understated way.
Not to mention, it can be styled in a variety of different ways making the initial investment worth it and CPW attractive.
Chocolate Brown Amara Sweater
Burgundy
These Kate Spade leather gloves perfectly highlight the deep and moody burgundy shade that we all adore wearing during the fall season.
These gloves are made with 100% lamb leather and come with touch tips that help you easily navigate digital screens without taking your gloves off and freezing your hands.
It also goes without saying that they add a high class touch to any outfit you choose to pair them with.
Floating Logo Leather Gloves | Kate Spade Outlet
If you aren't ready to venture out and start trying new and sophisticated colors, then keep things classic with burgundy for awhile.
This tried and true color pairs nicely with most skin tones and is the perfect shade to give your wardrobe an immediate, high class touch.
Men's Apt. 9® Merino Blend Textured Sweater Polo
We all know the power of having a nice set of frames.
If you're looking to elevate your smart casual look this fall, then I recommend grabbing these Persol Italian frames.
Not only will they be a fashion forward choice to wear year around, but they'll definitely shine their brightest and enhance your wardrobe come fall time.
Persol PO3311S Sunglasses in Dark Burgundy | Persol® Persol USA
Navy Blue
This is just a personal opinion but…
I feel like people aren't wearing navy blue like they used to. I feel that as a society we've gotten a little burnt out on the color due to dull business casual/business professional dress codes and school uniforms.
However, neither one of them did this color justice because it is the epitome of rich and moody!
Take this Italian wool blend dress for example. It has so much elegance and class making it the ideal choice to wear for fancy dinner parties, elevated work events, and even weddings.
New Resume Dress In Italian Wool Blend For Women
Elegant colors don't always have to take front and center stage.
In fact, you can weave them into your outfit very quietly by layering them.
This luxury touch t-shirt is the perfect example of how to do just that.
One way to do this is by adding this shirt under a beige blazer to create an understated business casual look.
Luxury-Touch T-Shirt
For the perfect crossover between elegant and lively, try incorporating navy blue into the more casual parts of your wardrobe.
For example, by wearing this ruched off the shoulder top you can make navy blue appear less stuffy while adding a touch of elegance to your everyday look.
Prue Ruched Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Top - Navy
Black
Nothing sets the tone of an outfit more than a classy overcoat.
If you struggle with crafting a sophisticated outfit then investing in a nice, quality coat is the perfect place to start honing your skills.
Since coats are the first thing that people see, a stylish one (like this one from Men's Wearhouse) will definitely set the tone for the rest of your look.
Joseph Abboud Modern Fit Overcoat | Topcoats | Men's Wearhouse
There's nothing more rich, moody, and luxurious than the color black. And this tailored jumpsuit doesn't fail to showcase that!
Set the bar high by wearing this elegant piece to business meetings, business trips, and to all the elegant events you plan attend.
Tailored Tuxedo Belted Wrap Jumpsuit
If you're looking for an overcoat that's in between polished and casual, then this black wool-blend overcoat by Calvin Klein will make the perfect addition to your closet!
Wear it with your favorite turtleneck and chinos to create a refined and highly sophisticated outfit suitable for dates, job interviews, or networking events.