15 Southern FINDS for October: Fall Fashion, Moody Beauty & Festive Accents
Lean into October with rich colors, cozy layers, and Southern FINDS for your closet, home, and beyond.
October has arrived, and with it comes a fresh crop of autumn FINDS that are tailor-made for leaning into the season. Rich suede for your wardrobe, moody makeup shades, cozy layers, playful Halloween accents, and fall home decor that can carry straight through the holidays make these picks especially easy to embrace.
CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES
Lace-trimmed pants
The lace-trim trend is still going strong, and these silky chocolate-and-black pants make a chic case for keeping it around. Top them with a fluffy oversized sweater, or go classic with a tee and trench coat for an outfit that’s both comfy and dressed up for everyday wear. Shop it for $85 at Voda.
Animal-print trench
A classic trench takes a walk on the wild side in dark leopard, with structured cotton canvas and an easy, swingy shape. Throw it over denim, a knit dress, or even your everyday basics for instant polish (with a little personality). Find it for $450 at Augusta Twenty.
Balloon-sleeve dress
Chartreuse is having a major moment this fall, and this flirty mini dress is an easy way to wear the trend beyond a single season. Add tall boots now, then layer on a jacket as temperatures dip. Find it for $264 at Blue Moon Clothier.
Striped sweater
Consider this sweater an instant cure for those gray fall days. Its fuzzy texture and rich Bordeaux color palette bring retro charm to your ‘fit, especially with wide-leg trousers or your favorite lived-in denim. Find it for $80 at Boem.
Ballet flat
The classic ballet flat gets a little more backbone for fall in deep navy woven suede, hitting that sweet spot between delicate and substantial. Wear it with cropped denim, tailored trousers, or a midi dress. This pair is available for $150 at Muse Shoe Studio.
Bandana scarf
A silk scarf is the sort of fall accessory that earns its keep, especially when it’s available in a fun color or two. Drape it over a sweater, knot it at the neck, or toss it over your shoulders for an easy layer. Available in a variety of colors, you can find it for $50 at Mary Martha’s.
Fringe purse
This soft, suede cinched crossbody — with the perfect amount of fringe — is relaxed enough for everyday wear yet polished enough to dress up denim, boots, and your favorite fall knits. Shop it for $298 at The Stable.
BEAUTY & FRAGRANCE
Berry-colored lipstick
The slightly sheer berry-brown shade “Empire” is the perfect pick for autumn. Plus, its emollient formula keeps your lips soothed and moisturized throughout the day. It’s available for $29 at Amy Head Cosmetics.
Woody-floral perfume
Ranger Station’s newest fragrance, “Runaway,” gives Tennessee’s state flower a moodier turn, pairing earthy iris and orris butter with creamy sandalwood and skin-close ambergris. Warm, dry, and decidedly unfussy, it’s a floral for those who don’t usually consider themselves floral people. Shop the 50-ml bottle for $94 at Ranger Station.
BOOKS (& BOOK-INSPIRED)
Anniversary book
Part coffee-table tome, part love letter to one of the South’s most iconic destinations, Blackberry Fifty celebrates 50 years of Blackberry Farm through 476 pages and more than 500 images and illustrations. With stories curated by Mary Celeste Beall and Bonjwing Lee (plus memories from more than 100 contributors), it’s the kind of handsome keepsake you’ll want to leave out long after the last page is turned. It’s available in two different covers for $200 at the Blackberry Farm Shop.
Cocktail napkins
Cozy up with a good book AND a good cocktail. These cheeky literary cocktail napkins are perfect for book club, a fall gift, or simply pouring something worth lingering over. We love that Harper Lee’s great Southern classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, is featured. Find the set of four for $75 at Biscuit Home.
HOME DECOR & ENTERTAINING
Enamel candlesticks
The glossy enamel finish and playful bobbin shape of these candlesticks instantly wake up a tabletop or mantel. We especially love the dark cherry hue for fall — it will carry beautifully into Thanksgiving and Christmas styling. Shop three different sizes, starting at $70, at Syers Browning.
Fall wreath
All the colors of a crisp fall afternoon, minus the raking. This golden wreath brings texture to your front door, mantel, or entryway, and would look beautiful with a simple velvet or satin ribbon. It’s currently on sale for $81 (reg. $99.99) at 80 Acre Market.
Whimsical vase
This wise-eyed owl vase brings woodland charm to fall decorating. At 12 inches tall, it makes a striking perch for seasonal branches or holds its own beautifully sans stems. Shop it for $80 at ALKMY.
Halloween tray
Halloween gets the Rifle Paper Co. treatment with this melamine platter, covered in playful illustrations and finished with easy-to-carry handles. It’s just the thing for serving cookies, candy, or party bites. Find it on sale for $18 (reg. $24) at Rifle Paper Co.
Here’s to fabulous fall shopping!
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Anne Marie Hanna
An Ole Miss alum residing in Nashville, Anne Marie is passionate about telling the stories shaping the South. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her on a porch with a coffee and a good book, gardening, listening to music, or enjoying time with friends and family.
