Black on black. A sharper jacket, a heavier boot, a little shine. October asks for something darker, and the best version of it is still worth wearing in November.
Faux leather gets you there fast. It reads as fall the moment you put it on, it leans into the Halloween mood without looking like a costume, and it keeps working long after the pumpkins are gone. This guide pulls straight from the LEXE collection to show you how to build moody fall outfits that last the whole season.
Why faux leather is the move this fall
Three reasons.
- It does the mood for you. A black faux leather layer makes jeans, a knit, or a simple dress look deliberate. No extra styling required.
- It works with and without the holiday. Pair it with a graphic or a horned hood for October 31. Pair it with a lace-trim top and wide-leg pants for everything after.
- It layers. Cropped jackets sit over dresses. Longer, warmer coats go over everything. One piece can carry you from early fall into winter.
Start with the jacket
The jacket is the anchor. Pick one, and the rest of the outfit gets easier.
The sharp one: LEXE Willow Moto Jacket
If you only buy one piece this season, make it this. The LEXE Willow Moto Jacket has a fitted waist, studs across the shoulders and cuffs, and layered zips that finish in a pointed hem. It comes in black, brown, red, khaki, and white, in sizes S through XXXXL. Black is the moody choice. Red is the one people remember.
The hooded one: LEXE Subsage Moto Jacket
The LEXE Subsage Moto Jacket is barely a jacket: a hood, long sleeves, and a very short body that sits like a shrug. Throw it over a slip dress or a fitted top and the whole outfit turns quietly dramatic. Black, sizes S–L.
The warm ones: for when the nights get cold
The LEXE Wolf Puffer Jacket pairs a zip front and ribbed cuffs with a furry trimmed hood. It is listed as a winter piece, so it takes you well past October. Black, sizes S–XL.
For a looser shape, the LEXE Stance Coat has a stand collar, side seam pockets, and a lining, in white, black, or red. Sizes M–XXXL.
The October nods
Want a little Halloween without the costume? Two jackets do it quietly.
The LEXE Imp Puffer Jacket is a glossy black puffer with two little horns on the hood. Wear it hood-up on the 31st. Wear it hood-down in November and it is just a good black puffer. Sizes M–XL.
The LEXE Patchwxrk Jacket has a skull graphic on a white body with dark contrast sleeves and a stand collar. It is a statement, so keep everything else plain. Sizes M–XXL.
Build the bottom half
Faux leather on the bottom is how you take a look from casual to after-dark without changing the top.
- LEXE Sheen Pants: black faux leather (PU), high-waisted, wide-leg. The easiest base in the edit. Sizes M–3XL.
- LEXE Flxre Pants: a low waist and a slight flare, listed with PU and spandex. Sleeker than a wide leg and good with boots. Sizes S–L.
- LEXE Staple Cargo Pants: loose cargo pants with pockets, in a regular or extra-long length. Sizes XS–XL.
Or skip the separates
One piece, one jacket, done.
The LEXE Angle Dress is a long, slim black dress with an off-center neckline and short sleeves. It looks sharp alone and even better under a cropped jacket. Sizes XS–L.
Five moody fall outfit formulas
Copy them as they are, or swap in what you already own.
- Library to late night. LEXE Grace Lace Top in burgundy or black + Sheen Pants + LEXE KickHaut Platform Boots. A dark-academia leaning look: soft lace, deep color, heavy sole.
- Hood up. Subsage Moto Jacket + Angle Dress + KickHaut Platform Boots. All black, all texture. The hood does the drama.
- October 31, then November 1. Imp Puffer Jacket + Staple Cargo Pants. After Halloween, keep the cargos and switch to the Wolf Puffer Jacket.
- Studs and shine. Willow Moto Jacket in black + Flxre Pants + KickHaut Platform Boots. Hardware on top, clean lines below. Made for dinner.
- Graphic weekend. Patchwxrk Jacket + Sheen Pants + a pair of dark frames. Let the jacket talk.
How to keep it wearable after Halloween
- One statement per outfit. Horns, a skull graphic, or heavy studs. Pick one. Everything else stays simple.
- Mix finishes. Put glossy faux leather next to ribbed knit, lace, or plush. All-shine can look like a costume. Mixed textures look styled.
- Build on black, then add one deep color. Burgundy, red, navy, or a soft plum. The LEXE Grace Lace Top comes in burgundy, black, navy, and gray/white, and the Willow Moto Jacket comes in red if you want the jacket to carry the color.
- Weight your feet. The KickHaut Platform Boots have a thick platform sole and a listed 10 cm heel. A heavy boot keeps faux leather looking grounded, not formal.
Finish with frames
Dark lenses close out a moody look, even on grey afternoons. The LEXE Feline Sunglasses come in five lens colors, from black-black to tea. The LEXE Pyramid Sunglasses come in thirteen colorways, from solid black to demi brown and leopard. Browse more frames in SPECS.
Ready to build yours? Start with one jacket from LEXE, add one bottom, and wear it all season. Shopping by fit? Browse Women or Men.
FAQ
Can I wear faux leather outside of Halloween?
Yes. Faux leather is a fall and winter staple, not a costume. Keep holiday details like horns or skull graphics for October, and pair plain black pieces such as the Sheen Pants or the Subsage Moto Jacket with everyday basics the rest of the season.
Are these pieces real leather?
None of the pieces in this guide are listed as animal leather. Their listings name materials such as PU, polyester, imitation leather, or a cotton blend. Materials vary by item, so check the details on each product page before you buy.
How do I pick the right size?
Each product page lists its own measurements, in centimeters or inches depending on the item. Measure a jacket or pair of pants you already own and compare. Size ranges differ, too: the Willow Moto Jacket runs S–XXXXL, while the Subsage Moto Jacket comes in S–L.
What colors can I get besides black?
The Willow Moto Jacket comes in black, brown, red, khaki, and white. The Stance Coat comes in white, black, and red. The KickHaut Platform Boots come in black, red, and white. The LEXE Grace Lace Top comes in burgundy, black, navy, and gray/white.
Are there unisex options?
Yes. The Wolf Puffer Jacket, the Staple Cargo Pants, and the Patchwxrk Jacket are all tagged unisex in the collection. You can also browse the Men collection.
How long does delivery take for the KickHaut Platform Boots?
Delivery is 5–10 business days after dispatch. For full delivery and return details, see our shipping policy and refund policy.