As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, it’s officially time to swap out breezy summer staples for cosy layers, seasonal skincare and autumnal accessories. Fall and winter are more than just seasons—they’re an invitation to play with colours, textures, silhouettes, and statement pieces, to stay haute even in the cold. From timeless trench coats to creamy products, this is your ultimate guide to curating your essentials list which are dripping in sophistication. Whether you’re bundling up for a city stroll or dressing for an elegant evening out, these fall essentials promise to make every moment this season a stylish, cosy and celebrated one.
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HELLO! India's essentials will make sure you have a chic autumn season
From seasonal skincare to stunning layers to statement-making transitional pieces, HELLO! India lists the essentials you need to stay fashion-forward and on-point all through autumn
HELLO! India's FALL/AUTUMN EDIT
1. The new drama
Forget boring basics. With the Lorena Saravia x H&M collection, your fall wardrobe just got an upgrade. This is how you wear high-slit velvet and a show-stopping woven cape to win the winter style game. It’s the ultimate statement of sophisticated, cold-weather confidence.
2. The skin soother
As the crisp autumn air begins to draw moisture from the skin, Innisfree’s Green Tea Ceramide Milk steps in as the season’s hydration hero. Its lightweight, milky texture offers deep nourishment without heaviness; making it ideal to keep your skin dewy, and calm even when the weather turns dry.
3. The minimalist staple
Embrace a minimalist fall season with Miraggio's new collection. The laidback vibe of Selene channels calm and collected energy with a side of quiet confidence. This spacious bag also packs on function with segregated pockets to carry your world with you.
4. Embrace natural radiance
When cooler winds dull the skin, Shankara’s Nalpamaradi Tailam revives it with time-honoured Ayurvedic-inspired care. Brimming with turmeric, sesame, and sacred Ficus extracts, this golden elixir restores radiance and combats post-summer tan, leaving skin supple and luminous through autumn’s dry days.
5. Handcrafted touches
Autumn calls for earthy tones and artisanal touch, which is exactly what House of Vitti India delivers. Each handcrafted pair of their Indian-made footwear reflects the warmth of local craftsmanship, blending tradition with comfort for footwear that feels as timeless as the season itself.
6. Easeful elegance
With its wide selections of flowing silhouettes and effortless charm, Kaftanize captures the essence of autumnal comfort. Blending Indian artistry with modern ease, its Indo-Western ensembles are made for slow, stylish days and intimate festive gatherings alike.
7. The cosy crossover
Introducing the perfect blend of warmth and edge is none other than Savana's denim panelled knit jacket. The chunky knit body keeps you cosy, while the cropped silhouette and denim collar placket adds a touch of cool; for a fresh take on the classic cardigan.
8. Lucky charm, but make it luxe
The iconic horseshoe bezel, a symbol of good fortune and AIGNER's equestrian heritage, gets a glamorous update with a stunning two-tone steel and rose gold finish. This Swiss-made watch is the ultimate statement piece, instantly elevating a simple coat or sweater to a look of refined, modern elegance.
9. The sweetest sleep ritual
Meet the skincare product that broke the internet—now in a Strawberry Shortcake flavour. This creamy, dreamy mask melts onto your lips overnight, bathing them in hydration for a soft, plump, and naturally refreshed morning pout all through the dry months. It’s the perfect touch of sweetness for your nighttime self-care ritual this season.
10. Your seasonal change elixir
Ditch the boring hot chocolate and embrace a gorgeous glow from the inside out. This Turmeric Ginger Herbal Tea from Vahdam will be your self-care staple as the season transitions. It’s an ethically sourced, caffeine-free infusion that tastes best when hot; offering a warm hug in a mug to keep you healthy and cosy through the months.
11. The new power tote
Meet your everyday work weekend hero. Irth's structured Mischa Shoulder Bag proves that function can be fiercely fashionable. The clean lines and versatile tan shade turns this one into the definition of quiet luxury, while also being roomy enough for your laptop and chic enough for happy hour.
12. 2000s icon rebooted
The queen of comfort is back! Juicy Couture's buttery velour pants instantly elevates anything, from loungewear to one's weekend uniform. Pair the soft, wide leg cut with the matching zip-up for an effortlessly chic look that proves luxury loungewear is the only thing we're wearing out this season.
13. The new luxury matte
Ditch the dry matte lip and upgrade to this cashmere soft formula. Bobbi Brown's Luxe Cashmere Matte delivers rich, creamy colour with zero drag, creating a polished pout that feels as good as it looks. The beautiful crest on the bullet is just an added chic bonus.
14. Edge up your outerwear
This isn't your grandma's coat. The Erryn Trenchcoat by Label JENN takes the classic silhouette and gives it a major attitude adjustment with a dramatic, wide collar, cinched belt, and fierce contrast white stitching. Throw this over anything for an instant high-fashion, high-drama look that owns the street.
15. Galactic glam is a go
Get ready to launch your autumnal look with this Anastasia Beverly Hills palette. Featuring a cosmic curation of highly pigmented mattes and intensely reflective metallic finishes, this collection gives you the power to create everything; from a subtle everyday look to seductive, jewel-toned glamour. The easy-to-blend, full pigment formula is your new secret weapon for seamless, stellar style.
16. The quiet luxury MVP
Elevate your cold weather style game instantly with this camel jacket by from SAND by Shirin Mann. Dramatic with a shawl collar and a pearl buttoned peplum belt to define your waist, it proves that sophisticated coverage is the season's ultimate power move.
17. Smoothness over all else
With autumn marking a return to comfort and self-care, Philips OneBlade Intimate offers precision grooming that’s gentle yet efficient. Its ergonomic design and skin-safe blades make upkeep effortless; turning this one into a perfect companion for cosy, confident routines this season.
18. Every brown girl's new nude
Makeup legend Namrata Soni is rewriting the rules of nude. This velvety smooth liquid lip, part of the "Brown Girls Wear Brown" movement, redefines the perfect nude for deeper skin tones this wedding season. Get the effortless, high-glamour pout you’ve always wanted with a formula that feels as luxurious as it looks.
18. A seasonal reset for your skin
After summer’s intensity, autumn is the time to renew and Skinvest's Resurface makes it effortless. With lactic acid and antioxidant botanicals, this gentle exfoliant refines texture, evens tone, and restores glow, making it the perfect transitional reset for radiant, balanced skin.
19. Power neutrals
This is a masterclass in quiet confidence. The Perona clean lined, structured bag in a rich burgundy breaks up the neutral tones of a sophisticated belted wool jacket. The result? A perfectly polished, minimalist look that proves you don't need bright colours to make a major statement.
20. A pocket-sized colour pop
Autumn’s social whirl calls for statement lips with a hint of shimmer, and LoveChild’s Batua Pocket Lipstick delivers just that. Compact, chic, and gleaming, it’s the ideal accessory with an in-built mirror to get you ready for spontaneous soirées post-work hours.
21. Elevated essentials
JW Anderson perfected the classic knit polo crafted from warm, soft lambswool to create elevated basics in collaboration with Uniqlo. Imagine high-fashion meets everyday dressing to elevate it into something iconic. This is affordable luxury, simplified.
22. Add an ornate flair
As festive soirées light up the autumn nights, Joules by Radhika brings sparkle in sculpted form. With handcrafted jewellery that celebrates colour, texture, and individuality, each piece becomes the perfect finishing touch for your celebratory looks.
23. Get lush lips
HYUE HydraPlump™ is a next-gen lip gloss that instantly plumps and hydrates lips while delivering a high-shine, glass-like finish. Enriched with jojoba oil, vitamin E, and pomegranate flower extract, it sculpts lips for a fuller, glossy look that blends skincare with shine.
24. Parisian chic, but make it denim
Who said denim can't be sophisticated? Maje elevates the everyday with this refined, wide-leg set and a dramatic tie neck blouse, proving that head-to-toe denim can be effortlessly elegant for your cold weather wardrobe.
25. When hydration meets protection
Autumn’s softer sun can be deceptive, but Clinique’s cult-favourite moisturiser ensures you stay protected. Now with SPF 50, it delivers barrier-strengthening hydration while shielding against UV rays; an everyday essential for fresh, plump, and comforted skin in transitional weather.
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26. Go easy on your eyes
Shorter days and longer evenings can leave eyes weary, but O3+ revives them with its cooling Hydro Peptide Eye Gel Mask. Packed with collagen, green tea, and hyaluronic acid, it soothes puffiness and fine lines, leaving you refreshed and radiant all season long.
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