Getting Ahead in Autumn 2025: The &SONS Guide to Transitional Layering

The Foundation: Base & First Layers

Any effective layering system starts with what you wear closest to your skin. At this stage, comfort is everything;  lightweight cotton, soft knits, and long-sleeve Henleys are the best place to begin.

These pieces set the tone for the rest of the outfit, providing breathability and versatility whether you’re heading out early on a frosty morning or shedding layers once indoors.

Mid Layers: Texture, Warmth and Personality

This is where your look really takes shape. The new knitwear in the &SONS collection embraces Autumn’s colours and textures, offering warmth without unnecessary bulk.

The Portland Lightweight Cardigan brings a vintage athletic edge. Its lighter weight makes it an ideal throw-on for brisk mornings, easy to slip under a jacket when the chill deepens. The monochrome palette gives you contrast without overpowering the rest of your outfit.

The Saint Collar Cardigan in Navy adds a sharper silhouette. With its blazer-inspired collar and structured shape, this piece can swing between casual and refined - worn over a tee for a relaxed weekend look, or layered beneath a chore jacket when you need something smarter.

The Turner Cardigan in Rust injects colour. Autumn is all about earthy tones, and this warm rust hue pairs beautifully with navy denim, khaki trousers, or even layered beneath the sandy tones of the Ryder Jacket.

For when the weather really turns, the Pioneer British Wool Cardigan delivers. Heavier in weight, woven from traditional British wool, it has the substance to serve as both mid-layer and outer on milder days. With its shawl collar and ribbed details, it’s a heritage piece that feels both classic and contemporary.

Outer Layers: Rugged Protection

As the season draws on, your outer layers become the guardians against wind, rain, and falling temperatures. &SONS has always excelled here, and the 2025 arrivals carry that tradition forward.

The Ryder Hardwear Canvas Jacket is the definition of rugged functionality. Built from heavyweight raw canvas, it’s designed to wear in, not out, developing its own patina and character with every adventure. Originally inspired by the jackets of cowhands, it stands up to Autumn’s harsher days while remaining versatile enough to wear over a simple base layer and a knit.

For something a little lighter, the Carver Jacket offers easy wearability without compromising on style. Cut with a workwear sensibility, it’s the jacket you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again in early Autumn. Think of it as the bridge between shirts and heavier coats, practical but full of character.

And then there’s the &SONS Peacoat. A heritage classic that has earned its reputation as a perennial best-seller. With its naval roots, double-breasted construction, and heavyweight wool blend, the Boardwalk Peacoat is the outer layer that anchors any wardrobe. It delivers warmth, structure, and timeless style, pairing as easily with denim and boots as it does layered over knitwear for smarter moments.

Colours, Textures and How to Combine Them

This year’s palette leans into earthy warmth: rust, tan, deep navy, and natural off-white. The Turner Cardigan Rust is your bold accent, while the Saint Collar Cardigan Navy or Pioneer British Wool Cardigan ground your look with depth and structure.

The Portland Cardigan adds a sharp monochrome punch, outer layers like the Ryder or Carver Jacket bring rugged durability, and the Boardwalk peacoat adds that iconic, tailored edge. Complete your outfit with simple tonal accessories - a navy or grey beanie not only ties the look together but also adds a practical finishing touch.

Layering is not just about warmth - it’s about balance. Contrast textures (canvas with wool, cotton with knit) and play with tonal depth (dark navy under light khaki, rust beneath sand-coloured outerwear).

By mixing these materials and tones, your wardrobe takes on an intentional richness that works just as well on a walk through the city as it does on a weekend escape into the countryside.

The &SONS Transitional Formula

It's all about balance and versatility. Begin with a breathable base, a henley or long-sleeve that keeps you comfortable throughout the day, then build on it with a textured knit or cardigan to introduce warmth and character.

Finally, complete the look with a rugged outer layer that can handle whatever the outdoors throws at you. The beauty of this approach is in its adaptability: the Turner Cardigan pairs effortlessly with denim and boots for a relaxed Autumn afternoon, while the Ryder Jacket layered over the Saint Collar Cardigan creates a more robust, weather-ready combination. Each garment has the strength to stand on its own, but when worn together they form a cohesive system that evolves with the season.

Invest Once, Wear for Years

The transitional period demands flexibility, but it doesn’t mean overfilling your wardrobe. The latest &SONS arrivals prove that a handful of well-chosen garments, each crafted with durability and design in mind, can carry you not just through Autumn into Winter, but for many seasons to come.

This Autumn, don’t chase trends. Build your layers with purpose, texture, and heritage, and let them tell your story with every wear.