Maxi dresses are a Spring/Summer wardrobe staple, but also a great option to wear in the cooler months and even winter seasons. If you’re looking on how to wear a maxi dress in the Fall – I have tons of outfit ideas for you below.
There are a few simple styling hacks/tips you can do to wear a maxi dress in the Fall and feel totally stylish and comfortable! You can create so many different looks with a few simple things.
Fall maxi dresses are so versatile and are truly one of my favorite pieces to style! Fun accessories and layering pieces give you endless options.
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Here are my top 5 favorite ways to style a maxi dress for Fall! And don’t miss even more styling inspiration below.
Maxi Dress with Hat and Boots:
This is a great way to turn your floral summer dresses into the perfect simple fall outfit! Let the accessories do the talking with cute ankle boots and a neutral fall hat and you instantly feel ready for the fall season.
I love this look for the nice fall days. You can add a cozy cardigan or light jacket when the temperature gets a bit cooler.
Add a sweater over your Maxi Dress:
I love this trick for styling a maxi dress! Just pair your favorite cozy oversized sweater as a top layer over your maxi dress and you get the benefit of a warmer layer and it also gives the look of almost a long skirt with a top. You could also do this with a chunky sweater for extra warmth and to add texture.
It’s an easy look to do for your kids as well! It’s a fun and easy way to do a mommy and me outfits for photos.
Leopard Maxi Dress with Booties:
Pairing a neutral colored maxi dress like a leopard print with a pair of fall boots is another great option to style your maxi dress for fall. Whether you choose ankle boots or over the knee boots, the shoes really transform this look and give it a fall feel.
This wrap maxi dress is a favorite piece in my closet that I reach for all occasions. The neutral color is perfect for fall and for the changing of seasons from summer to fall. It’s also a great dress for petite women as it hits right on the ankle, so no alterations needed!
I saw this outfit and loved it as another way to style a leopard print maxi dress! It looks so cute with the waist belt and leather jacket draped over the shoulders. This is a look I would totally recreate for a date night or girls night out this Fall! And is such a great way to wear a dress in winter and not freeze!
Maxi Dress with Heels:
I love dressing up a maxi dress with heels for special events. This is a perfect way to style a long dress for a Fall wedding as well! The heels really elevate the look of the dress and give it a totally different look. Just pair with statement jewelry or gold jewelry to really dress it up and you’re good to go.
It’s always a good idea to have a versatile dress like this in your wardrobe. You can wear it a bit more casually if you add a cozy cardigan, but at the same time if really want to dress it up, add a statement necklace and a faux fur wrap!
Maxi Dress with Leather Jacket
Styling a Maxi Dress with a black leather jacket or Moto jacket is another one of my favorite ways to style for cooler months! Depending on the fabric/style of your maxi dress, this either gives and effortless casual vibe or really makes a statement for a dressed up feel.
As seen in the photo above, I used this styling trick for my fall family photos one year and my girls matched me as well! I think it turned out so cute and this is one of my favorite outfits that has just become a go to for me in the cooler months.
I also paired that particular dress with a waist belt which really helps to accentuate your body shape and is so flattering. This is another great option to use if you’re looking to dress up your maxi dress a bit.
You could also recreate this same look with a brown leather jacket! I love the pretty fall florals mixed with the camel brown to give a fall feel.
Here is some more Fall maxi dress styling inspiration that I love!
It’s easy to wear this look in so many different ways for fall. Look for floral print dresses or go basic with a knit maxi dress. Some easy style tips for simple fall outfits is to pair your black maxi dress with cozy sweaters that is perfect for the cooler weather.
Maxi Dress with Denim Jacket
A denim jacket is a wardrobe essential and looks so pretty paired over a maxi dress! This is a go to maxi dress outfit for me as my jean jacket is on repeat all season long.
It is the perfect layer for fall as it’s not too think but still keeps me warm. I also love how in the photo she paired this outfit with sneakers for casual wear. This would be great for shopping or lunch with friends during the Fall months!
Maxi Dress with Bomber Jacket
Bomber jackets are so trendy and they are the perfect piece to layer over a flowy maxi dress. The black maxi dress is a wardrobe staple and can go with so many things.
I love how in the photo above she paired in with a cute tote bag and gold jewelry – this outfit would work great for casual errands or even to head to dinner at night with boots or heels!
This is a great way to incorporate heavier fabrics with a breezy maxi dress to make it more suitable for cooler temperatures!
The airy fabric is a great contrast with the leather jacket. It’s a great idea to add a pop of color like she has here with her gloves and shoes.
Maxi Dress with Cardigan and Scarf
One of my favorite simple fall outfits. A light cardigan is another great layer on top of a maxi dress! This is a great way to style a maxi dress as work wear or for the office.
You could even do this with a summer maxi dress and add an outer layer to easily transition it to become a fall maxi dress.
The addition of the scarf would work for any of these ideas above! A scarf instantly screams Fall and adds a cozy texture to any look.
Maxi Dress with Blazer
A maxi dress with a blazer is another great workwear idea! Any pattern or color maxi dress would work with a black blazer on top and it will instantly feel more work appropriate and put together!
So stylish paired with sneakers as well for an effortless feel. I like to wear this kind of outfit even on date nights as the blazer can be draped over your shoulders for warmth and looks so pretty!
Maxi Dress with Long Coat/Duster Cardigan
A long coat / duster cardigan on top of a maxi dress is another great idea for a Fall wedding or dressed up maxi dress style. I love how the longer length mimics the maxi dress length and when paired together looks so chic!
What is your favorite way to wear a maxi dress for Fall? Comment below as I’d love to know!
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