When it comes to fall fashion, few TV shows get it quite right like Gilmore Girls. Between Lorelai’s lived-in layers, Rory’s cozy sweaters and the general Stars Hollow vibe, the show makes a pretty convincing case for building your autumn wardrobe around clothes that are comfortable, practical and cute without trying too hard. Think corduroy shirts, chunky knits, worn-in denim and boots that look like they’ve seen a few New England leaf-peeping seasons. It’s small-town fall dressing at its finest, and part of the appeal is that nobody needs to drop a paycheck on designer labels to pull it off.
Sure, Lorelai had her signature style, but it was never about looking like she’d spent three hours getting dressed. That’s a fashion philosophy I can get behind, especially when the weather calls for an extra layer. And speaking of easy, affordable layers, Aldi has an oversized corduroy shirt that would feel right at home in Stars Hollow.
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Serra Oversized Corduroy Shirt in Light Brown, $14.99 at Aldi
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The Serra Ladies Oversized Corduroy Shirt honestly looks like something you would have poached from your partner’s closet anyway. At $14.99, it’s a fantastic fall layer that you can style in so many different ways. Or, honestly, just throw it over a T-shirt and jeans and head out on your merry way. It’s available in the light brown shown above as well as a lovely olive green.
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How to Style It
If you’re going for Gilmore Girls energy, think like a Stars Hollow resident who just popped into Doose’s Market for coffee creamer.
For the full effect, wear it open over a simple cream or faded graphic tee, add straight-leg blue jeans and finish with worn-in ankle boots or classic canvas sneakers. When the temperature drops, layer it over a thin turtleneck or let it peek out from beneath a chunky cardigan. You could even pair it with corduroy pants in a contrasting shade for a little extra Rory-on-campus vibe. Keep accessories unfussy: a canvas tote stuffed with library books, a knit beanie or a scarf you can wrap around yourself while you wait for coffee.
The secret to nailing the look? Don’t make it look too styled. Gilmore Girls fashion is all about comfortable layers and practical pieces.
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