Easy Outfits: The Simple Way to Style Leather Pants For Fall

It's no secret we're hugely fanatical about stripes [1] — it's kind of a signature in our collection! — so we're always seeking out new ways to style our go-to pieces from tees to sweaters and dresses. One of the striped pieces we lean on most is a ribbed tee, and in the new September collection [2], we've debuted a versatile mock-neck silhouette that's perfect for tucking, layering, and wearing on repeat in cool weather. For a superfresh spin that feels decidedly Fall, our executive style director Dana Avidan Cohn [3] took our new go-to striped top in a graphic and edgy direction via a huge trend this season: leather.

By teaming her black-and-white stripes with two-tone leather trousers, the otherwise simple top feels unexpected and bold. If you prefer something a little less graphic, a pair of solid black leather trousers creates a similarly fresh effect. As for the finish, a studded black bag and sleek white ankle boots lend a polished rock 'n' roll vibe — plus both are ultraversatile with myriad staples in your Fall wardrobe.

Ahead, check out Dana's effortlessly polished (and edgy!) Fall outfit, and shop the key pieces to re-create it on your own. Be sure to check back as we continue to bring you more easy Fall outfit formulas [4] from the newest dress trends [5] to outfits centered around boots [6] and polished trends you can wear to work [7].