I absolutely love being in Paris in the Fall. The city quiets down a bit after the summer rush of tourists, you can be pleasantly surprised with late summer weather well into October at times and the city’s trees start to turn colors giving it an even more magical feel. It’s just a lovely time of year to enjoy the City of Lights and you will find me in Paris every Fall without fail.

I also love planning outfits when I travel to Paris in the Fall. You can be comfortable and chic if you know what to pack and how to make your clothes work well for you in terms of being able to mix and match. I recommend leaning into neutrals (no matter the season!) as it always makes putting a myriad of outfits together easy.

As the founder of En Route to Rêverie I am in Paris often and can tell you that you should be able to enjoy Fall weather all of September, October and November and sometimes even into early December. Below is a handy guide on what to pack for Paris in the Fall. Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to shop current styles of what I recommend, too! 

What to Wear in Paris in the Fall

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You’ll notice a lot of repeats in the looks below, like tailored blazers, tweed jackets,  jeans, black pants, timeless shoes like ballet flats, loafers and black booties and versatile sweaters — all perfect to wear in Paris in the Fall.

Button Down with Blazer and Dark Denim

Easy basics that are versatile to style make for the perfect additions to your suitcase for a Fall trip to Paris.

My blazer is the Ralph Jacket by Sézane (their blazers are so good and I hope they’ll bring this style back this year!) and the button down is also by Sézane. I size up in it. My jeans are by Agolde who makes most of my go-to jeans.

Related: Sézane Size Guide

Shirt Dress

A shirt dress is a great day to evening look in Paris. You can wear it with sneakers for exploring during the day and then sub out a dressier shoe for an evening out in the city of lights.

I adore the Tuckernuck Chloe Dress. It wears beautifully and has a great fabric. I sized up to a L. It comes in a variety of colors if you prefer to wear a bit more color in the Fall! It also comes in a mini length. 

Sweater and Silk Pants

I love silk or satin pants for travel nights out because they are so comfortable and roll up to take up next to no room in your suitcase. Paired with a chunky knit sweater it is perfect for a Fall evening in Paris.

I find great silk pants at Reformation and I’m wearing the La Ligne Mini Marin sweater (size L) above. 

I almost always have my Chanel ballet flats packed, but these are a more budget friendly alternative.

Need ideas for styling silk or satin trousers? Check out my How to Style Satin Pants Guide.

Ivory Jacket and White Jeans

This outfit is asking to be spilled on with French wine and coffee, but I love it. White or ecru jeans in Fall are a favorite look for me. 

I’m wearing the ba&sh Meredith Jacket (size 2) with the Agolde Ren jeans.

Structured Cardigan

The Sézane Betty Cardigan is the perfect Fall topper. I really like the weight of this cardigan, not too heavy but not too light. I own it in four colors. I sized up to a L in this style.

Blazer with Silk Cami and Jeans

This go-to look is perfect for exploring Paris. Chic, put together and comfortable. You could easily swap out the shoes for sneakers or ballet flats. 

I love this M.M.LaFleur blazer’s lightweight ponte fabric that makes it a dream to travel with. See how I styled it for evening further below in this post. Here is another great pick that I own and love.

It is paired with the silk tank by M.M.LaFleur I always travel with. It pairs perfectly under all my favorite blazers and little jackets for Fall. Bonus points for the fact that it is washable silk! Styled above with these jeans. 

Cropped Jacket

I can’t stop wearing my favorite cropped lady jacket from ba&sh. So good, I own it in three colors. I have gotten endless wear out of this jacket, I seriously can’t recommend it enough. I own the size M.

Dressy Blouse and Jeans

Perfect for Parisian dinners at brasseries or bistros. A silk top with jeans and my favorite Manolo kitten heels. 

I almost always travel with my Agolde Riley jeans because they are rather versatile for styling. If you want even more recs for great jeans, don’t miss my My Favorite and Most Worn Jeans Guide.

Related: Shoes to add to your Collection.

Midi Dress with Sweater Over the Shoulders and Ballet Flats

This Staud midi dress (wearing an 8) is a favorite year round for its styling versatility. I own it in four colors now. Definitely recommend sizing up.

Midi Dress with Belted Blazer

The reason I love a good midi dress for Fall is because of its styling versatility. So the same one you’ve seen styled with a sweater over the shoulders becomes perfect for nighttime when you add a blazer and a chic belt over it. 

Related: What Shoes to Wear With a Black Dress

Neutral Sweater and Flats

A neutral sweater like this rollneck version from J. Crew is the perfect transition piece for Fall. I am wearing a size M.

Paired with my Chanel ballet flats which are always in my suitcase for a Fall trip to Paris. 

Trench Coat 

I never go to Paris without a trench coat. It’s the perfect topper much of the year when you travel to Paris and it always brings together an outfit.

This style is classic from J.Crew as is this one from Sezane, both of which I own and love. Paired here with my go-to white sneakers.

If you want to shop more trench coats, be sure to read my How to Style a Trench Coat Guide.

I also love this more modern trench coat from Sézane with plaid lining! Definitely recommend sizing down in it.

I am wearing a size 4 above and it is still quite oversized. 

And for a more on trend style, try a cropped trench. This one is cute and this one is similar to my older one from ba&sh but in black.

High Waisted Trousers

I love a high waisted trouser paired with my favorite sneakers. This pair is the Aritzia Effortless pant and I recommend sizing up.

Related: How to Style Trousers

Plaid Blazer

An oversized blazer in a print is such a versatile piece. I have a longstanding love affair with M.M.LaFleur’s O’Hara Blazer which comes in tons of colors and patterns.

And my very favorite special blazers come from Veronica Beard. Including the past season one seen above. 

Wearing these loafers, use code WITWHIMSY10 for 10% off your first order at Freda Salvador.

Slip Skirt with Knee High Boots

I love wearing a slip skirt year round but in the Fall I pair it with a tall boot with a walkable heel. 

It’s a great look for Paris because it transitions seamlessly from day to night if you don’t want to do an outfit change before dinner.

Leather Jacket and a Classic Button Down

Two timeless pieces in my wardrobe that I’ve had for years are my Vince and J.McLaughlin leather jackets and a well-fitting button down (recommend sizing up). These basics when paired with classic blue jeans are great to have on hand for Paris in the Fall.

Chocolate brown leather is a great option for Fall — here’s one by Theory.

Related: What to Wear with a Leather Jacket

Scarf

I always bring a scarf in the Fall for days that may be chillier or windier. It is perfect to top off whatever outwear you bring with you as I did with this trench.

I always find good scarves at Zara, but the scarf I most often travel with is this White + Warren cashmere wrap as it serves multiple purposes when I travel. J.Crew also has a budget-friendly option.

Ankle Boots

I love an ankle boot in the Fall and will typically pack a pair in a neutral with a good, low heel ideal for walking.

This pair in particular is so comfortable and allows me to majorly log steps with a low heel that can be dressed up or dressed down. I own both the beautiful ginger suede and the black pair, too.

Use code MEGHAN15 for 15% off your purchase of Inez shoes. I can’t recommend these enough.

Styled here with my favorite Sézane trench and Celine box bag.

Classic Overcoat

A timeless topper – a wool overcoat elevates any outfit instantly and you’ll want a warmer coat while in Paris later into Fall. Styled here with the perfect feminine ballet flats. 

More of my favorite coats.

Tweed Matching Set

Mango and Veronica Beard are my go-tos for tweed jackets. And I also adore wearing a charming matching tweed set.

Sweater Jacket

A sweater jacket is one of my favorite pieces to throw on top of a tee and look instantly more leveled up. This one is my personal favorite and I own it in two colors! You can use code WIT&WHIMSY20 for 20% off your first order at M.M.LaFleur.

The fabric is particularly well suited for travel as it doesn’t wrinkle easily. It’s also got a nice weight to it so you can use it as more of jacket on warmer Fall days. It comes in several colors and the neutrals lend themselves well to being a travel wardrobe workhorse. It may not look like much but trust me when I say – the fabric and fit of it is special. 

Leather Bucket Bag

Long days running around Paris require a chic tote bag. This leather bucket bag has quickly become one of my must-pack travel bags. So chic but holds a ton, plus I love this shade for Fall. It will hold the treasures you end up buying as you shop across the city.

Versatile Cardigan

This sweater kind of does it all. Which explains why I now own it in three colors plus the striped version. It’s a favorite Sezane Essential.

Wear it frontwards or backwards or with jeans, pants or with a skirt or over a dress unbuttoned.

Tweed Dress

Me+Em makes some of my favorite tweed dresses, including this one that was perfect for an evening stroll along the Seine before dinner.

Leather Mini Skirt

I love a monochromatic outfit while in Paris, so this chic leather mini skirt is the perfect base for an all-black look. For a little bit of sparkle I added this necklace!

Black Jeans + Sneakers

Want to fit in amidst the Parisians? They love their Converse – particularly in black and they add a great sporty, chic edge to any look.

Or alternatively try a pair of Sambas or Vejas which are a French company and seen all over the streets of Paris.

Monochromatic Outfit with Sneakers

An all black look is a go-to formula for me in Fall and Winter and it is very Parisian inspired.

Here I paired a favorite Sézane sweater and my favorite drapey trousers.

For the day I’d wear this look with a favorite pair of sneakers and then for evening I’d sub a ballet flat or slingback block heel.

Lady Jacket + Jeans + Loafers

I am never without a couple of little black jackets that I like to pair with jeans and a loafer.

Wearing above the ba&sh Paris jacket in a M. 

Or consider a knit lady jacket like this one from Aritzia or this one from ba&sh. 

Striped Sweater + Faux Leather Pants

I love bringing a pair of faux leather pants I can dress up or dress down with me for Fall Paris trips.

I’ll pair them with boots or a sneaker and a favorite striped sweater. (Wearing a L in the sweater above). Use code MEGHAND10 for 10% off your first order at La Ligne.

Related: My Favorite La Ligne Sweaters

Cashmere Sweater + Button Down + Mini Skirt

Layer a cropped cashmere sweater over your favorite oversized button down (size down!) and pair it with a little texture mini skirt for a 70s inspired Fall look.

Styled here with calf height suede booties. 

Black Dress

A dressed up evening is a must in Paris. For the night you’re heading to a fine dining establishment or fancy rooftop cocktails, a little black dress is in order! And don’t miss seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle while you’re in it for a great photo opp!

Related: What to Wear in Paris at Night

Striped Sweater

I also rely on striped sweaters for chillier Fall days in Paris. My favorites are by the brand La Ligne. Wearing a L in the above style.

This is a great one I own several colors of, too (size L). You can use code MEGHAND10 for 10% off your first La Ligne order.

Blazer with Straight Leg Jeans and Sock Boots

This is a Fall in Paris and in NYC uniform for me. I top a favorite blazer with a bodysuit and a straightleg cropped jean paired with a sleek ankle boot.

Slip Dress

For warm Fall nights a slip dress can’t be beat for evenings out. For cooler evenings I top it with a leather jacket. 

Navy Blazer with Striped Tee and Mules

A navy blazer is timeless staple and pairing it with a striped tee and straightleg, cropped jean with ballet flat mules is so polished and perfectly preppy.

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And don’t forget to bring a durable travel umbrella for your outfits as it is sure to rain in Paris in the Fall! Want to maximize your suitcase? Consider packing cubes so you can fit as much as possible for the most variety with your outfits in the Autumn.

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Hope you found these looks inspiring! You can pin them now to come back to later whenever you’re feeling in need of inspiration and want to get dressed in an outfit you love!

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