There is something about a proper autumn walk that requires a very specific outfit. You want to be warm without feeling bundled up, comfortable enough to actually walk somewhere, and still cute enough that stopping for coffee afterwards does not require an emergency outfit change.
The starting point for this look is the black striped hoodie. I like that the white stripes give an otherwise simple black hoodie a bit more personality, because an all-black comfortable outfit can very quickly wander into “I have given up for the day” territory. It goes up to a size 28, which makes it a useful option if you want something relaxed and oversized rather than fitted.
I’ve paired it with the black joggers, from Yours Clothing and available up to a size 36, because this is not the occasion for jeans digging into your waist halfway around the park. The relaxed shape keeps the whole thing comfortable and practical, while sticking to black keeps it looking pulled together.
For shoes, the Under Armour trainers are exactly the sort of thing I would choose for this. They keep the monochrome look going, the white sole ties back to the stripes on the hoodie, and most importantly, they actually make sense when you are planning to do more than walk from the car to the café.
Then come the useful bits.
The black crossbody bag gives you somewhere to put your phone, keys and all the other assorted nonsense we apparently need to leave the house with. It is practical without competing with the outfit, which is exactly what I wanted here.
I’ve added a pink smartwatch, pink earbuds and a pink water bottle to break up all that black. They are small details, but together they make the outfit feel a bit more fun and intentional. Plus, earbuds are essential if your idea of a relaxing walk involves listening to a podcast and pretending nobody else exists.
This is exactly the sort of plus size outfit I like for those crisp autumn days when you want to get outside without dressing like you are attempting Everest. Comfortable, practical, easy to wear, but still cute enough that if the walk somehow ends with cake, you are appropriately dressed for that too.
