Fall is the best season for western style. The mornings are cold, the afternoons are warm, and that means layers: denim jackets, vests, long sleeves and boots that finally make sense again. Up here in the Inland Northwest, a single fall day can need all of them. Here are seven fall western outfits that handle the swing in temperature and still look put together.
The fall western color palette
Lean into warm, earthy tones: rust, burgundy, camel, olive, cream and chocolate brown, with every wash of denim in between. Turquoise and silver jewelry pop against all of them.
7 fall western outfits
1. Burgundy denim jacket + vintage tee + light jeans
The Canyon Ridge Burgundy Denim Jacket has a corduroy collar that feels made for fall. Wear it over a faded tee like the American Rodeo Mineral Wash Tee with lighter jeans so the color stands out. Our burgundy jean jacket guide has more ideas.
2. Aztec jacket over a long-sleeve tee
A southwestern print is a fall classic. Layer the High Desert Aztec Denim Jacket over a fitted long sleeve like the Sierra Layer Tee, then add dark flares and boots. See 5 ways to style an Aztec jacket.
3. Sweater vest over a tee
The Homestead Crop Sweater Vest over a tee or long sleeve is cozy without the bulk of a full sweater. Pair it with high-rise wide-legs like the High Noon Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans and boots.
4. Fringe for the season
Fringe moves when you do, and it looks best in fall over simple pieces. A fringe denim jacket over a plain tee, flares and boots is all you need. Our fringe jacket arrives in the Fall Drop.
5. Studded vest over a long sleeve
Summer's favorite vest keeps working in fall. Wear the Outlaw Studded Crop Vest open over a long-sleeve tee, or buttoned up with a jacket on top for colder days.
6. Denim dress + boots + a jacket
A button-down denim dress is one piece that looks like a whole outfit. Add tall boots, a belt and a jacket for the evening. Look for the denim dress in the Fall Drop.
7. Game day or bonfire: tee + jeans + cap
For football Fridays and bonfires, keep it simple: a vintage rodeo tee, your favorite jeans, a jacket and a vintage-wash cap. Warm, easy and still western.
Fall layering tips
- Start thin, finish heavy. A tee or tank, then a vest or long sleeve, then a jacket you can take off when the sun comes out.
- Mix textures. Denim, knit, corduroy and suede-look fringe look richer together than one fabric alone.
- Keep one piece fitted. With a boxy jacket, choose a fitted top or a high-rise jean so the outfit still has shape.
- Let boots peek out. Flares and wide-legs should sit over the boot; skirts and dresses can show them off.
Fall western outfit FAQs
What jeans go best with cowboy boots in fall?
Flares and wide-legs that sit over the boot shaft. A darker wash reads more fall, but light washes look great with burgundy and rust.
Can I wear denim on denim?
Yes. Use two different washes and add a belt or a printed layer to break them up.
What should I wear under a denim jacket when it's cold?
A long-sleeve tee or a sweater vest over a tee. Both keep you warm without making the jacket too tight.
Shop fall western wear
Find layers in our western jackets, vests and jeans, or see what's new in the Fall Drop. Free U.S. shipping on orders over $75.
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