Fashion 7 Fall Essentials Sponsored by Tide By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on August 5, 2009 Pin Share Tweet Email 7 Fall Essentials Sponsored by Tide 01 of 07 Denim Jacket These are the essentials to take you through these season and beyond. Item one: The perfect denim jacket that will take you from a Sunday afternoon football game to a casual party over just the right dress. Try a cropped shape to lengthen the legs, go for a surprising super-fitted form-flattering shape - Who knew denim could look so fetching? - or look for an embellished, studded or big-shoulder version to be extra hip this fall. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 02 of 07 Black Boots Shapes may come and go, but you won't go wrong with a good pair of black boots. Knee-high is always appropriate and fabulous with short or knee-length skirts. Go over the knee for an extra daring approach that's ultra hot this fall. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 03 of 07 White Shirt Sure, the perfect white shirt can be hard to find, as it must simply be of top quality and fit flawlessly. But it is certainly the essential building block of a complete wardrobe, and has been for hundreds of years. And you might think it's difficult to care for, but Tide TOTALCAREamp#153; cleans thoroughly and helps prevent stains to keep your best blouse looking like new. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 04 of 07 Dressy Pants In garbardine or felt wool, cotton sateen, tweed or blends with a dash of stretch - we love the timeless classic of a pair of quality, well-tailored pants. Sock some money into buying these if you have to; this is a wardrobe essential that will pay off time and time again. Make sure that the tailoring is perfect, too; choose the shoes you're most likely to wear them with often and have them hemmed to the perfect height; take in the waistband if needed. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 05 of 07 Chunky Sweater Football games, bonfires, walks through crisp leaves - they all call for the warm comfort of a soft, chunky sweater. In cashmere, wool, angora or a nylon blend, most sweaters look best over the long run if they're hand washed. Use cool water and a gentle detergent, soak the sweater for a few minutes, rinse a few times, then gently squeeze in a rolled-up towel. Re-shape the sweater and dry it flat. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 06 of 07 Fitted Jacket The right jacket can be the most indispensable piece in your wardrobe, hands down. Throw it on to dress up dark jeans; wear it over a sheath day dress for the office, or mix it up with a bubble skirt for a night look, dressed up with a huge Celtic pin. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com 07 of 07 Trench Coat Bad hair day? Can't seem to put an outfit together to save your life? Throw on a classic trench, boots and classy shades and Presto! You're done and out the door in a timelessly chic fashion. Play with fabrics and colors; a neon slicker or sateen print looks just right now. GET MORE INFOwww.tide.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit