My Go-To Layering Patterns For Fall~
1.Aria Button Down
If you can only pick one pattern, then it has to be the Aria button down. A classic button down is always a staple in any Fall wardrobe. Wearing it open over a turtleneck or long sleeved tee is such a classic thing to do! It can also be worn under a cardigan or blazer. In the NorthEast we have our “Indian summer” in October or November (sometimes both!). The days can get warm but as soon as the sun goes behind a cloud or begins to go down~ it get’s really chilly! Dressing in layers is always the key and the Aria makes it so easy to do!!
As soon as Fall weather is here~ my favorite Aria to pull from my closet is my washed corduroy version I made back in 2023. Some of my other favorites are made from 100% cotton flannel. Both the Robert Kaufman Mammoth Flannel or Style Maker Fabrics “Cozy Flannel” are perfect. (They are heavy and warm)
This chambray Aria below is one of my most worn Arias of all!! This is a linen rayon blend chambray and really is perfect for all seasons! It made its first appearance in my Spring Coastal Preppy Wardrobe~ but clearly it is getting worn year round! I simply pair it with black sweatpants or joggers, khakis, jeans and sneakers. Below you can see it worn with a La Bella Donna and an Oakley Vest!
I’ve also used the Aria pattern to make a vest for Fall and Winter. This 100% wool plaid vest gets a lot of wear. I made a few modifications to the Aria to create this vest. I also made this Fall “jacket” from a designer deadstock linen. I added lower lined pockets to both of these makes.
Note~ I don’t like the buttons on this vest AT ALL!!! I’m planning on removing these buttons and replacing them with small gold one. The buttonholes will be a tad too big, but I don’t ever really button this when wearing. That is one of the great things about taking photos of your makes, it lets you look at them and see this you don’t notice before. The vest is also a bit too large now~ so I’m thinking about adding some type of gathering at the waist. This 100% wool deserves to keep getting worn!
Visit this blog post for details on how I create my Aria “Jacket”.
Nervous about sewing a button down shirt? No need to be! There is an awesome sewing course you can purchase that holds your hand every step of the way. The 40% sale include all the sewing courses too!! You can find the Aria Course HERE.
You can grab the Aria pattern HERE.
You can read more about the Aria Button Down on these blog posts~
- Detailed Blog post including sizing, alterations and sewing tips for sewing the Aria. Also includes sewing with linen tips
- Four New Arias For Spring~ Adding to My Coastal Preppy Wardrobe
- Getting Creative With the Aria for Spring and Summer~ Simple Embellishment Ideas
