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Fall is fully upon us, and readers kept up the trend of buying cozy items for the chilly weather. Check it out!
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Yay to fall vibes! TFG readers were buying up the warmest, coziest items to stay protected and fashionable for their colder weather trips. Enjoy these awesome selections!
Shop Sizes XXXS-3X: J.Crew
J.Crew New Heritage Rollneck™ Sweater
Talk about cozy! This rollneck sweater is cotton but can be layered easily with thermals beneath. The cuffed sleeves add a stylish touch, and the covered neck provides warmth. Comes in many pretty colors and in sizes XXXS to 3X.
Shop Eddie Bauer: Sizes Regular XS-XXL | Petite XS-XL | Tall S-XXL | Plus 1X-3X
Eddie Bauer Cirruslite Down Jacket
With a 650 fill power, this Eddie Bauer Down Jacket is packable and keeps inclement weather at bay. A good choice for the European Christmas Markets!
It also has handy side pockets and good neck coverage to keep that area toasty. Comes in regular sizes XS-XXL, petite sizes XS-XL, tall sizes S-XXL, and plus sizes 1X-3X.
See our readers’ picks for the best packable down jacket for travel so you can stay warm on your next trip!
Shop J.Jill: Sizes Regular XS-4X | Petite XS-XL | Tall S-XL
J.Jill Wearever Smooth-Fit Slim-Leg Pants
A forever reader favorite, the J.Jill slim ponte pants have an elastic waistband for easy wear and stretchy fabric. Wearers say these look and feel smooth and soft due to the knit rayon fabric.
Come in sizes XS-4X, petite sizes XS-XL, and tall sizes S-XL.
Our readers voted for the best black travel pants and these were their favorite styles!
Ecco Modtray Water Resistant Ankle Boots
Ecco is always popular with readers (check out our review on their shoes), and the Modtray boots offer sleek style with a durable rubber sole and water-resistant coverage.
These beauties are also equipped with comfort technology and will keep feet happy too! Comes in two classic colors.
Shop: Away
Away Everywhere Backpack
The Away Carry-On suitcase is highly popular with readers and so is their Everywhere backpack. The zip opening for access has a spacious main compartment. And you can store a 15″ laptop pocket in a padded compartment. If you’re concerned about safety, there’s a magnetic locking zipper and a detachable key clip.
Not only that, the shoulder straps provide lots of padded comfort! This durable bag comes in tons of pretty colors too!
We’ve rounded up the best anti theft travel bags for women, and our readers have voted for their favorite styles!
Honorable Mentions
While they didn’t quite make the top five, these standout items definitely deserve a shoutout, too!
Shop Sizes XS-XXL: Nordstrom | Bernardo
Bernardo Hooded Quitlled Water Repellent Jacket
A great non-down option, the Bernardo water repellent coat has a protective hood and a zip off bib. The polyester fill is robust and can keep out fall chill, but may not be suitable for a full-blown winter.
Nevertheless, readers adore this jacket and it comes in sizes XS-XXL and in tons of colors!
Shop Sizes XXS-XXL: Banana Republic
Banana Republic Timeless Long Sleeve T-Shirt
A staple for anyone, this Banana Republic long sleeve is a cotton blend and is ideal for layering under merino wool sweaters or cashmere or under a rain jacket.
Users say this is uber comfy and comes in sizes XXS-XXL and in four cool colors.
Leave the logo tees at home and discover our readers’ classic picks for the best t-shirts for travel!
Shop Sizes 24-33: Lululemon
Lululemon City Sleek High Rise Wide-Leg Pants
Eternally a hit with TFGs, the Lululemon City Sleek pants have four-way stretch, can wick away sweat (yes, we even sweat in chillier weather), and are also fast to dry.
The cotton blend feels soft and cozy, and can be worn with thermals for extra warmth!
Check out these top-rated ankle combat boots that you’ll need for those colder climates!
Shop: Nordstrom
Vionic Lani Combat Boots
This timeless style is still on trend in fall, and the Vionic Lani boots have the cool look, along with a sturdy sole and an EVA footbed for total comfort!
These come in a rich brown and black shade and is available in wide sizes! While not waterproof, you could use a waterproofing spray to protect them.
Product Comparison Chart
| BRAND | MODEL | FEATURES | REVIEWS | RATING | PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| Reader Must-Haves | ||
|
J.Crew New Heritage Rollneck™ Sweater |
The cuffed sleeves add a stylish touch, and the covered neck provides warmth. | Check Price |
|
Eddie Bauer Cirruslite Down Jacket |
With a 650 fill power, this Eddie Bauer Down Jacket is packable and keeps inclement weather at bay. | Check Price |
|
J.Jill Wearever Smooth-Fit Slim-Leg Pants |
A forever reader favorite, the J.Jill slim ponte pants have an elastic waistband for easy wear and stretchy fabric. | Check Price |
|
Ecco Modtray Water Resistant Ankle Boots |
The Modtray boots offer sleek style with a durable rubber sole and water-resistant coverage. | Check Price |
|
Away Everywhere Backpack |
The zip opening for access has a spacious main compartment. And you can store a 15" laptop pocket in a padded compartment. | Check Price |
| Honorable Mentions | ||
|
Bernardo Hooded Quitlled Water Repellent Jacket |
The polyester fill is robust and can keep out fall chill, but may not be suitable for a full-blown winter. | Check Price |
|
Banana Republic Timeless Long Sleeve T-Shirt |
This Banana Republic long sleeve is a cotton blend and is ideal for layering under merino wool sweaters or cashmere or under a rain jacket. | Check Price |
|
Lululemon City Sleek High Rise Wide-Leg Pants |
The Lululemon City Sleek pants have four-way stretch, can wick away sweat, and are also fast to dry. | Check Price |
|
Vionic Lani Combat Boots |
The Vionic Lani boots have the cool look, along with a sturdy sole and an EVA footbed for total comfort! | Check Price |
What new items did you discover in October? Feel free to share your finds with us! And If you enjoyed reading about the latest and greatest travel products from the TFG community, check out our Reader Must Haves posts published every month! You can view the items featured in previous months here.
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