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Cool Girl Fall Era Loading—30 Picks From Zara, J.Crew, and Gap That Fit the Bill

By Swedan Margen

Cool Girl Fall Era Loading—30 Picks From Zara, J.Crew, and Gap That Fit the Bill

When it comes to my closet, I'm entering my cool-girl fall era and loving every minute of it. This has meant prioritizing standout pieces with an undeniably cool vibe on all of my latest shopping sprees. My recent virtual shop was focused on three of my favorite retailers: Zara, J.Crew, and Gap. Each of their respective new arrivals sections just so happened to be overflowing with chic finds that fit the bill perfectly.

Below, I rounded up 31 picks from Zara, J.Crew, and Gap that offer an instant confidence boost. You can discover and shop everything from of-the-moment suede pieces like jackets and bags to compliment-worthy jeans, stellar sweaters, and head-turning dresses, to name a few. I'm especially excited about the waisted cardigans and the snakeskin slingback heels. Keep scrolling to check out every last piece.

Shop Cool Fall Picks From Zara, J.Crew, and Gap

2-Pack Cord Necklaces With Studs

ZARA

2-Pack Cord Necklaces With Studs

Supima® Cotton Oversized Crop T-Shirt

Gap

Supima Cotton Oversized Crop T-Shirt

Nothing like an effortless long-sleeve white tee.

Suede Effect Bomber Jacket

ZARA

Suede Effect Bomber Jacket

J.Crew, New Gwyneth Slip Skirt in Viscose Charmeuse

J.Crew

New Gwyneth Slip Skirt in Viscose Charmeuse

A silky maxi dress always comes in handy.

J.Crew, Cashmere Boatneck Sweater

J.Crew

Cashmere Boatneck Sweater

This whole J.Crew look is so chic, especially the pink sweater.

Gap, Vegan Suede Bucket Bag

Gap

Vegan Suede Bucket Bag

Gap, Button-Front Cami Maxi Dress

Gap

Button-Front Cami Maxi Dress

I'm all for thi's '90s-inspired plaid dress.

J.Crew, Winona Penny Loafers in Suede

J.Crew

Winona Penny Loafers in Suede

How dreamy are these suede loafers?

zara, Belted Faux Suede Jacket

zara

Belted Faux Suede Jacket

Another incredibly cool suede jacket.

J.Crew, Mid-Rise Relaxed Straight Jean With Embellishments

J.Crew

Mid-Rise Relaxed Straight Jean With Embellishments

I love the relaxed fit of these J.Crew jeans.

J.Crew, Milano-Stitch Cinched-Waist Cardigan

J.Crew

Milano-Stitch Cinched-Waist Cardigan

Soft Running Sneakers

ZARA

Soft Running Sneakers

Suede sneakers reign supreme.

Gap, Twill Oversized Trench Coat

Gap

Twill Oversized Trench Coat

Extra Soft Long Sleeve 100% Wool Sweater

ZARA

Extra Soft Long Sleeve 100% Wool Sweater

Another chic layered fall look worth re-creating.

Gap, 365 High Rise Pleated Trousers

Gap

365 High Rise Pleated Trousers

Brown pants feel so elegant.

J.Crew, Sleeveless Suit Dress in Bouclé

J.Crew

Sleeveless Suit Dress in Bouclé

Another '90s-style dress.

Z.05 High Waist Rigid Mom Fit Jeans

ZARA

Z.05 High Waist Rigid Mom Fit Jeans

Yes, to the jeans and the look in general.

Gap, Modern Crewneck Cardigan

Gap

Modern Crewneck Cardigan

I want this in every color.

Buckled Split Leather Ankle Boots

ZARA

Buckled Split Leather Ankle Boots

Soft Oversized Coat

I love the way gray and red look together.

J.Crew, Super-Stretch Ribbed Cardigan

J.Crew

Super-Stretch Ribbed Cardigan

I told you waisted cardigans are chic!

Gap, High Rise Barrel Jeans

Gap

High Rise Barrel Jeans

Dark-wash jeans to live in.

J.Crew, Cubic Zirconia Cupchain Necklaces Set-Of-Two

J.Crew

Cubic Zirconia Cupchain Necklaces Set-Of-Two

Can you tell I'm a layered necklace fan?

Gap, Seamed Drop-Waist Maxi Dress

Gap

Seamed Drop-Waist Maxi Dress

Brown polka-dot dresses are having a moment.

ZARA, ZW Collection Asymmetric Lace Dress

ZARA

ZW Collection Asymmetric Lace Dress

J.Crew, New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant

J.Crew

New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant

I'm in the process of writing a story about this effortless J.Crew outfit.

100% Extra-Soft Wool V-Neck Sweater

ZARA

100% Extra-Soft Wool V-Neck Sweater

A perfect fall sweater from Zara..

Gap, Slingback Kitten Heels

Gap

Slingback Kitten Heels

J.Crew, Tuxedo Popover Shirt in Cotton Poplin

J.Crew

Tuxedo Popover Shirt in Cotton Poplin

Gap, Wool-Blend Wrap Coat

A coat you'll wear forever.

J.Crew, Cropped Barn Jacket™ in Ripstop Cotton

J.Crew

Cropped Barn Jacket in Ripstop Cotton

This cropped barn jacket is so cool.

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