Quince Fall 2026: My Curated Picks for Women Over 60

Two years ago I wrote my first Quince fall post, and you all had a lot to say about it. Some of you were already devoted fans. Some of you were skeptical (and told me so, which I appreciate). Since then I’ve worn, washed and lived in a good number of their pieces, and my opinions have shifted. A few things I thought I loved didn’t make the cut. A few I dismissed are now on my wish list. You can find that post Build the Ultimate Over 50 Fall Wardrobe Capsule with Quince here.

So consider this the 2026 update. These are the Quince pieces I actually own and reach for when I build my autumn wardrobe, with honest sizing notes, a word on how they’ve held up, and a short list of what I’m coveting this fall. This is not a sponsored post. I just like a good piece at a fair price, and I know many of you do too.

As always, you don’t need a whole new wardrobe to refresh your fall fashion. A few high-quality pieces mixed with what you already own will do more for your personal style than a closet full of trends. Think of it as a capsule wardrobe you build slowly, one season at a time.

My Favorite Quince Sweaters

Cashmere is still the reason most of us found Quince, and it’s still where they shine. Nothing beats a lightweight cashmere sweater for our in-between California fall days, and their textured sweaters add interest without bulk. But I’ve learned which styles work for me and which don’t.

The Boxy Crewneck is my number one. It has just enough shape that it isn’t too boxy, and it doesn’t drown me. I wear a medium. I own it in red and the gray and camel are still on my list. I am wearing a medium.

The Mongolian Cashmere Fisherman’s Hoodie is my daily uniform with a pair of joggers and fur lined birks. Cozy without looking sloppy, which is the whole trick. I am wearing a medium.

Where I’ve landed on the classics: the shrunken cable knit (above) runs small. I am very long waisted so it doesn’t suit me well.

In the V neck. I size up to a large for a relaxed fit, but then the sleeves are too long for me. They now have an oversized version which I need to try!

That’s a fit issue, not a quality one. If you like traditional sizing, they’re a great buy. If you want an easier, slouchier look, go straight to the oversized or boxy styles.

Cardigans: the Australian Merino Duster Cardigan is unbelievable quality for the price (Jenna snagged mine, which tells you something). It is now only available in ivory. The quality is incomparable. The Fisherman’s Cardigan is much loved by many but button up cardigans aren’t my jam. Mary Ann and Annie rock them so I am sure they will have something to say about those.

Tops and Jackets

The Ribbed Cotton Top (cotton with a touch of spandex) is my go-to for early fall layering under a relaxed blazer or cardigan, when it’s warm at noon and chilly by dinner. I own it in black and olive. I wear a medium, but if I ordered again I’d get a large for a looser fit (to cover the spare tire, as I’ve said before).

The Denim Chore Jacket

I wear mine as a shirt in early Spring and Fall. The fit is not as loose as some which I find more flattering. It also comes in a darker wash and black. I am tempted to order both!!

Cozy Fleece

Quince has built a real following for its fleece, and I would be remiss not to mention it. If you want something soft and cozy for weekends, walks with the dog or travel days, their fleece pieces are well worth a look at a very friendly price. Full disclosure: I don’t wear them myself, only because I already own the originals I love and reach for constantly. But I know many of you will want to check them out. Steve loves these joggers.

Bags

I really do not need another handbag. And yet….

The Adeline Shopper Tote is the one I carry most often when traveling. It has a center pocket to hold my laptop, two pockets, and it even has little feet on the bottom to protect it, a detail almost nobody bothers with anymore. If I were a better blogger/influencer you would see it strapped to my suitcase whenever I travel. I find all of the videoing and photographing intrusive and try to keep it to a minimum so we can enjoy our travel!!

This crossbody bag is a dupe for the designer bag I carry most often on an everyday basis. I find it to be the perfect size to carry my wallet, sunglasses, phone and other incidentals.

The Transit Camera Bag is perfect for days when I want my hands free and don’t want to haul everything I own.

The Wallet is the right size, with a small front pocket for the cards I use all the time. Small thing, big difference.

Two Years Later: How Quince Has Held Up

The question I get most often is whether Quince is really worth it, or whether it falls apart after a season. Here’s my honest answer.

My cashmere sweaters still look good. Do they pill? A little, but so does my very expensive cashmere from a very famous makeer. A cashmere comb takes care of it in a few minutes. I wash mine in the machine on the delicate cycle in cold water and lay them flat to dry. Please don’t dry clean cashmere. It breaks down the fibers.

That’s the appeal of Quince for me. It’s quiet luxury: well-made pieces with no logos and no markup. My only real misses with Quince have been about style, not quality. The batwing sweater just isn’t me, and the traditional cuts don’t fit the way I like.

Some of you have had a different experience, and I always want to hear it.

What I’m Coveting This Fall: Suede Jackets and More

Now for the fun part. These are the pieces I haven’t bought (yet), but I keep going back to look at them. You know the feeling. Fall is the season I want to add texture, and this year that means suede. I’ve always loved the beauty of suede, and suede jackets are everywhere this fall for good reason. They feel rich without trying too hard.

100% Suede Blazer in Java

A suede blazer is a piece I’d wear for years, not just one season. The olive is what sold me (you know I’ll pick olive over brown every time). I picture it with straight-leg jeans and a white tee for lunch in town, or over black trousers and a cashmere scarf when we go out for dinner. A good blazer is the easiest way I know to look pulled together. It’s the kind of jacket that makes a simple outfit look like you tried, without actually trying.

Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat

These have great reviews and look like they are a ballet flat I could actually wear. Soft enough to wear over a bunion.

Excursion Leather Travel Tote

A travel tote without a crossbody strap can be hard to maneuver. This one is a good one!

Hudson Suede Tote in Chocolate

I don’t need another bag. We’ve covered this. But a soft suede tote in a rich chocolate brown is the exception that proves the rule. I’m an olive girl, but even I can’t resist this color in suede. It would work with everything in my fall closet, from denim to my camel sweaters.

Sienna Suede Tote in Olive

And if I’m being honest, I can’t decide between the two totes. The Sienna in olive would carry the same color story as the blazer. Help me out here. Which one would you choose?

Double-Faced Merino Wool Draped Collar Wrap Coat in Oat

A heavy winter coat isn’t something I’ve needed much in Paso, but a well-made wool coat earns its place even in a mild climate. The draped collar is what makes it feel special. It’s polished without being stuffy. They also have a shorter version here.

Suede Chore Jacket in Olive Green

Longtime readers may remember that I once declared the chore jacket was not for me. I’m officially eating my words. In suede and olive, it feels less utilitarian and more like something I’d grab every day with a cashmere sweater, dark denim and my loafers or ankle boots. A woman is allowed to change her mind.

If you own any of these, please tell me how you like them. I’d love your honest opinion before I hit “add to cart.”

A Few Good Pieces Go a Long Way

What I love about Quince at this stage of life is that it lets me fill a hole or two in my autumn wardrobe without starting over. I’m not interested in chasing trends. I’m interested in pieces I’ll still be reaching for in five years, worn with the vintage finds and investment pieces I already own. That’s how personal style is built, and how a wardrobe starts to feel like yours.

For my picks beyond fashion, including home, travel and the things Steve, Jenna and Summer love, see What to Buy at Quince and What to Pass On. Coming soon an upcoming post “The House that Quince Built” of my son and daughter-in-laws cabin. You will be amazed trust me!

You might also enjoy my post Curated Fall Wishlist 2026 for Stylish Women over 60

Now let’s pop over and visit Mary Ann and Annie for their Quince favorites!

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