17 Fall Dress Outfit Ideas That Prove Dresses Aren’t Just for Warmer Weather

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As we settle into the fall season, wrapped in its warmth, the colors of pumpkins and fall leaves surrounding us, and nostalgic festivities that fill us with memories for years to come, our outfits have to look the part too. This is a season to indulge in rich fall colors and flex your skills in layering pieces for both warmth and style. So if you are looking for a dress outfit to wear this fall, whether it be casual everyday outfit ideas, dresses you can wear out, or for festive celebrations, you have come to the right place.

This post contains a list of 17 fall dress outfits that feature a variety of styles, from long, flowy dresses to short or midi ones and knit dresses paired with stylish boots. You are sure to get inspiration from this list. If you are also looking for new ideas on how to style pieces you already have in your closet, keep reading for the ideas we have on this list.

1. Blue and brown stripe dress

Looking for an easy, breezy, stylish outfit to easily throw on when you are going out this fall? A mini shift dress will do the trick. Pick a dress that’s more fall-appropriate, like this blue and brown striped pattern. This dress is paired with a tall beige boot to complete the look. With the stripe pattern of the dress, you don’t need to do too much in pairing other stuff with it.

2. Black buttoned sweater dress with a cream hem

If you want a more neutral outfit, go for a black mini knit dress, which is both chic and warm. This black dress is made less “plain and boring” with the cream ruffles at the cuff and hem of the dress, as well as gold buttons. Complete the look with iconic Chanel-style slingback shoes.

3. Beige knit dress with brown accessories

For when the weather is really cold, you can’t go wrong with a maxi beige knit dress paired with a brown shoulder bag and knee-high boots. The beige and brown color combination is always a great choice for fall, and these colors are combined beautifully in this super simple but chic outfit inspiration.

4. Green Maxi plaid dress with brown boots

Another color that pairs nicely with brown is green, and if you are going for a more western look, you’ll love this outfit combination. A plaid maxi smoked dress is paired with a brown fedora hat and brown ankle boots. If you have a similar dress in your closet, you should definitely try this outfit out.

5. Brown shirt dress with knee-high boots

Cotton shirt dresses are usually a good pick for fall, as they provide both style and comfort. This mini shirt dress is a great choice for your fall outing. Pair it with a knee-high black boot for a more dressed-up look. If you need more warmth, you can wear pantyhose or tights underneath the dress.

6. Brown dress with plaid shawl

Dress up a simple brown dress with a plaid shawl and brown knee-high boots.

7. Brown coat on cream knit dress

Want to look effortlessly chic and put together for your fall outing? Pair a cream knit dress with a chocolate brown trench coat and matching brown knee-high boots. The brown trench coat seems to be trending this season as the fashion girlies are swapping their beige trenches for brown ones. So you can be both trendy and chic with this outfit combination.

8. Brown floral dress with black leather jacket

If you are looking for a dress that can work in a formal setting, consider a long brown floral dress like this one paired with black ankle boots and a black leather jacket. A black shoulder bag is added to balance this simple look.

9. Brown Maxi polka dot dress

You can’t go wrong with a simple maxi brown polka dot dress and a pair of pointy flats. This is an easy but dressed-up outfit that can work for an outing or formal event.

10. Bohemian maxi tiered dress

This outfit inspiration layers a fall dress so well. First off, this boho burgundy tiered dress is a stunning fall piece that you can style in a variety of ways. Here it is layered with a fur-collared leather jacket and a burgundy scarf draped over the neck.

11. Brown shirt dress and white boots

Shirt dresses seem to be repeating themselves on this list, and that is because they are so versatile and can be styled so many ways. A brown maxi shirt dress is a fall staple you should have in your closet. This look is completed with a pair of white knee-high boots and a matching half-moon bag.

12. Black dress, beige jacket

Another spin on a western fall dress outfit. A black maxi dress is worn with a pair of cream cowboy boots and a beige corduroy jacket. The accessories in this outfit inspiration define this look. A waist belt, brown shoulder bag, and a satin neck scarf are added to elevate the look.

13. Burgundy knit dress

You cannot have too much burgundy during the fall season, and this simple outfit will inspire you to pull out your favorite burgundy knit dress or buy a new one. This classy outfit simply combines a burgundy mini knit dress with pantyhose and black knee-length boots. A brown bucket bag is added to complete the look.

14. Bold print green dress

As I mentioned earlier with one of the outfit ideas on this list, I talked about how great the combination of brown and green can be, especially for fall, but another color combination that works perfectly is green and burgundy. This outfit pairs a maxi green floral dress with a burgundy tote bag. I love how these mesh Mary Jane flats are paired to add more understated character to the outfit.

15. Beige Shirt dress and brown boots

This beige mini dress is paired with brown knee-high boots for a formal outfit.

16. Brown stripe dress

A brown stripe knit dress is a must-have fall staple in your closet. These are outfits you can easily throw on with a pair of boots and a purse and call it a day. This outfit inspiration maintains the same color tone with a matching pair of brown boots and a brown bag.

17. Maxi floral dress

Another outfit where we see green and burgundy combined in this beautiful maxi print dress. The burgandy pair of boots is the cherry on top in this outfit, paired nicely with a brown sling bag.