Legends of the fall: when getting dressed this autumn, be ready for anything

Men's Fitness, Sept, 2004 by Amy Diluna

Your mother wasn't kidding around when she said to layer. Especially in the unpredictably flighty fall, when weather can start out warm and sunny and dip to frigid in a heartbeat. If you want to stay active and comfortable in this climate, look to the onion as your model. For starters, try T-shirts, thin pullovers, and sleeveless plush and downy outerwear. Then throw on some rugged cords and low boots to trudge through the leaves. As you take advantage of the Great Outdoors simply peel off layers as needed. Mom'll be so pleased.

ZIPPITY-DUD DAH: Vest by Gant, $195; sport zip by Gant, $129; belt by Johnston & Murphy, $55; corduroys by Levi's, $40

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