Reese Witherspoon's Legally Blonde Looks Are Fueling My Fall Outfit Inspo

Why not give your bucket hat and baseball cap a break and try a newsboy cap in a bright color this fall?

Monrowe Rhodesian Straw Red Hat ($300)

Who says sophisticated can't take the form of a hot pink dress?

Storets Vanessa Belted Blazer Dress ($125)

If there ever was a year to invest in a statement coat, it'd be this one, when we could all use a mood-boosting burst of color.

Kate Spade New York Faux Furt Lapel Coat ($479, originally $798)

Life's too short to go on dates in standard LBDs that run the risk of being forgotten about.

Silvia Astore Ivonne Dress ($360, originally $720)

Of course robes can be worn outside the house, and Elle Woods is proof that we can jazz them up.

Paco Rabanne Cardigan ($127, originally $490)

Yes, Birks are back. The classic slides took us through summer, and now we're interested in adding a pair of Boston shoes back into the rotation for fall — to be worn with socks and lounge wear.

Birkenstock Boston Suede Leather Taupe ($145)

Something cropped and flirty — but for fall, not for summer. Bonus points if you match your lenses.

Brave Soul Petite rome neon cropped faux fur jacket ($22, originally $122)

While we may not all reach for hot pink leather like Elle, wearing a bright shade from head-to-toe is an instant mood booster — for others, too!

Nanushka Roque Vegan Leather Shirt ($381) and Nanushka Nampeyo Vegan Leather Shorts ($379)

Vintage-inspired and luxe, these invite us to feel perfectly polished and ready for work.

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Rive Gauche Orange Plaid Silk Blouse ($280, originally $350)

Don't shy away from retro prints and multicolored layers — especially if you're keeping it simple with jeans on the bottom.

Chanel Pre-Owned Abstract Print Sheer Blouse ($1,240)