The leaves aren’t the only things bursting with color this season. As nature swaps its summer greens for a rich mix of amber, rust, burgundy, and gold, our wardrobes are doing the same—layered with all kinds of vibrant, textured, statement-making accessories. The result? A true fall-fashion fantasia.
SOFT FOCUS
An eye-catching outerwear piece meets a prettily patterned button-up and a silk tie to, well, tie it all together. Burberry coat. MSGM shirt. Stylist’s own tie.
MSGM tie-neck shirt $545 FARFETCH
Burberry check silk tie $245 BURBERRY
TIED AND TRUE
Bold tones make a joyful statement. Prada cardigan and dress. Vintage scarf via Les Mauvais.
Prada wool alpaca cardigan $2,700 PRADA
Polo Ralph Lauren extended-cuff shirt $168 RALPH LAUREN
Kiton micro-floral tie $425 BERGDORF GOODMAN
Tove Ara maxi dress $1,215 NET-A-PORTER
BIT PLAYER
The painterly motif of a Gucci shirt gives a fine silk scarf a lively backdrop. Chloé shirt underneath. Vintage scarf via Les Mauvais.
Gucci floral-print shirt $1,980 NET-A-PORTER
Valentino Garavani Oxford shirt $2,000 SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
Gucci printed carré $540 GUCCI
Bernadette Wild Rose brooch $550 NET-A-PORTER
CIVIL SUIT
Menswear staples trade stiffness for sprezzatura. Louis Vuitton jacket, shirt, and tie. Additional tie, stylist’s own.
Louis Vuitton relaxed jacket $3,550 LOUIS VUITTON
Louis Vuitton LV Essential tie $260 LOUIS VUITTON
GRID LOCK
A graphic Loewe dress, styled with smart shirting and a silky tie, makes the classic feel fantastic. Vintage tie via Les Mauvais. Stylist’s own shirt.
Guest in Residence checked sweater $325 NET-A-PORTER
Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza checked shirt $1,100 MR PORTER
GOOD ALL OVER
Oversized knits, heritage plaids, and charming florals pop against a classic striped tie’s zigzag. Dries Van Noten ready-to-wear and tie. Thomasine gloves.
Dries Van Noten belted jacquard-knit cardigan $2,490 NET-A-PORTER
Toteme cotton shirt $460 NET-A-PORTER
Dries Van Noten floral-jacquard jacket $1,995 NET-A-PORTER
Dunhill striped silk tie $275 MR PORTER
WATCH YOUR TONE
Miu Miu’s buttery leather, a soft knit, and silk scarves offer a tactile take on tonal dressing. Vintage scarf via Les Mauvais.
Miu Miu leather blouson jacket $5,200 MIU MIU
Zimmermann Valiant sweater $1,100 NET-A-PORTER
KNOT TO BE DRAMATIC
A riot of finely worked surfaces brings romance to the everyday jacket-and-tie. Chanel ready-to-wear. Vintage tie via Les Mauvais.
Akris Punto fringed tweed jacket $1,790 NEIMAN MARCUS
Chanel Camellia brooch $1,050 CHANEL
SWEATER WEATHER
A little zest goes a long way. This season, bold knits and unexpected color pairings are ripe for the picking, courtesy of Tory Burch. Stylist’s own tie.
Tory Burch wool sweater $595 TORY BURCH
Comme Si cotton-poplin shirt $350 NET-A-PORTER
Damon vintage necktie $30 POSHMARK
J.Crew soft-washed sweater $158 J.CREW
PURPLE REIGN
A touch of gold and a splash of paisley break up a powerful palette. Celine coat. Longines watch. Thomasine gloves. Vintage scarf via Les Mauvais.
Akris Laars jacket $6,990 NEIMAN MARCUS
Balenciaga cocoon button-down shirt $2,550 BERGDORF GOODMAN
Dries Van Noten silk-jacquard tie $285 NET-A-PORTER
Longines La Grande Classique watch $1,950 BLOOMINGDALE’S KNOT ON MY WATCH
No shrinking violets here! A bold bloom and feathery fringe give traditional tailoring a wilder edge. Dior coat. Acne Studios shirt. Vintage scarf and brooch from Les Mauvais.
Save to wishlistSave to wishlistDior double-faced coat$6,500 DIORSave to wishlistSave to wishlistTWP double-layer boyfriend shirt$695 NEIMAN MARCUS
LA VIE EN ROSETTE
A vintage corsage turned into a choker adds a feminine touch to a structured Chloé blazer and Longines watch. Vintage scarf and brooch from Les Mauvais.
Save to wishlistSave to wishlistChloé tailored jacket$3,890 CHLOÉSave to wishlistSave to wishlistChloé checked shirt$1,400 NEIMAN MARCUSSave to wishlistSave to wishlistLongines Dolcevita watch$1,650 LONGINESave to wishlistSave to wishlistSandy Liang Best Corsage hair bow$91 SANDY LIANG
AT LOOSE ENDS
A fringed wool Dries Van Noten scarf turned into a skirt? Try it. Vintage tie from Les Mauvais. Stylist’s own shirt.
Save to wishlistSave to wishlistJ.Crew broken-in Oxford shirt$98 J.CREWSave to wishlistSave to wishlistDries Van Noten Fair Isle fringe scarf$345 BERGDORF GOODMAN
TUFT LOVE
We’re sensing a pattern—or three! Balenciaga coat. Zomer shirt. Vintage scarf from Les Mauvais.
Save to wishlistSave to wishlistBalenciaga feathered embroidered coat$21,500 BALENCIAGASave to wishlistSave to wishlistChan Luu Octo flower brooch$390 CHAN LUUSave to wishlistSave to wishlistValentino Garavani floral foulard scarf$690 NEIMAN MARCUSSave to wishlistSave to wishlistAlix of Bohemia Annabel blouse$440 NET-A-PORTER
TIE-DA!
Consider this your sign to ruffle a few feathers. Dries Van Noten shirt. Zimmermann skirt. Vintage Hermès scarf from Les Mauvais.
Save to wishlistSave to wishlistDries Van Noten embellished cuff shirt$1,395 BERGDORF GOODMANSave to wishlistSave to wishlistPolo Ralph Lauren paisley-print tie$125 MR PORTER
Frequently Asked Questions
Heres a list of FAQs about Up to Our Necks Fall Accessories and FullOn Maximalism Join Forces
1 What does Up to Our Necks mean in this context
Its a playful title about fall accessorizingliterally piling on neckwear like scarves chunky necklaces and collars and figuratively going all in on bold style
2 What is maximalism in fashion
Maximalism is a style philosophy of more is more It embraces bold colors mixed patterns layered pieces and lots of accessories rather than minimal understated looks
3 Why pair fall accessories with maximalism
Fall is the perfect season for itcooler weather lets you layer scarves hats gloves and jewelry without overheating and rich autumn textures and colors naturally suit bold layered looks
4 What counts as a fall accessory
Scarves hats gloves statement necklaces chunky earrings belts tights boots and bags Basically anything you add to an outfit to finish itand in maximalism you wear several at once
5 Im new to this Where do I start
Pick one statement accessory you lovelike a bold scarfand build your outfit around it Add one or two complementary pieces then stop Layering is a skill you build gradually
6 Do I have to wear everything at once
No Maximalism is about intention not chaos The goal is a bold cohesive looknot literally every accessory you own
7 How do I mix patterns and textures without looking messy
Anchor your look with a shared color palette Mix one largescale pattern with one smallscale pattern and balance chunky textures with smooth ones
8 What are common mistakes beginners make
Overloading without a focal point clashing too many unrelated colors and ignoring proportionlike a huge scarf with a huge hat and huge earrings all competing for attention
9 How do I keep a maximalist look from feeling cluttered
Choose one focal point per outfit repeat colors at least twice and give bold pieces some breathing roomdont crowd them all in one spot
10 Can maximalism work on a budget
Absolutely Th
