As summer cools into autumn, layers take over Pittsburgh vintage and clothing shops — flowing blouses under structured blazers, chunky knits against rugged boots. Shot at Barberry Farm in Sewickley Heights, this story pairs vintage finds with new pieces from local boutiques in Pittsburgh by a professional stylist, showing us how fashion is built in personal layers, one piece at a time.

Above: Left: Emry (left) wears an 11:11 jacket from Vestis, as well as Selvedge jeans and Elisabetta scarf from Sergio Paisley. Lexi (right) wears a blazer, skirt, and hat from Bottom Nature Vintage and a NOTSHY blouse from Après Boutique. She holds a hat from Bottom Nature Vintage.; Right: Nicole wears a blouse, jewelry, blazer, and skirt, from Bottom Nature Vintage. Her Laurence Bras belt is from Après Boutique.

Pittsburgh Autumn Fashion Guide: Layering Local Vintage and Boutique Finds

In Western Pennsylvania, elegance means looking polished without trying too hard. For example, think of a chunky sweater thrown over a silk blouse. Alternatively, wear a tailored blazer with boots that have clearly seen some weather. Meanwhile, our autumn fashion story lives between vintage and new, fashion-forward looks and easy comforts. In particular, stylist Dominika Bronner’s choices show how to dress for this transitional season. As late summer’s ease gives way to cold-weather structure, layering becomes both practical and stylish.

Above: Left: Isaiah (left) wears a cardigan and jeans from Picket Fence, as well as a Kapital scarf from Vestis. Myla (right) enjoys jewelry and a Wishlist cardigan from The Flowerloft. She also sports a Kapital scarf from Vestis.; Right: Nicole wears a horse cardigan by Urban Daizy and Josslyn scarf from The Flowerloft. The MUNTHE jean skirt is from Après.

Featured Local Pittsburgh Boutiques & Vintage Shops

• Après Boutique: Modern, elevated women’s contemporary wear and accessories.
• Bottom Nature Vintage: Curated vintage blazers, suiting, Western wear, and statement jewelry out of Lawrenceville.
• The Flowerloft: Feminine layering pieces, fringe jackets, and cozy cardigans.
• Sergio Paisley: High-end menswear, Western fedoras, selvedge denim, and Italian shirting.
• Vestis: Specialty menswear, Japanese denim, chore coats, and artisan bandana accessories.
• Picket Fence: Casual, elevated everyday knits and denim.

Above: Left: Lexi wears a fringed jacket by Klesis from The Flowerloft and jewelry from Bottom Nature Vintage. Keith wears a Pochly fringed jacket, vintage Ralph Lauren denim shirt, and jewelry from Bottom Nature Vintage.; Center: Emry dons the Cowhide Piston jacket by Jaded London, the Rowen Belt by Streets Ahead, Raw Denim Mick Flares by Good Morning Keith, and the Cooper Faux Suede Shirt by Monfrère.; Right: Ewa wears jewelry and vintage Ralph Lauren blazer and pants from Bottom Nature Vintage with a Wythe shirt from Vestis.

The Art of Autumn Contrast

Set against the barns and meadows of a working horse and cattle farm, the clothes embrace contrast: rich, romantic skirts grounded by rugged boots; workwear softened by flowing fabrics and elegant shirting. The polish of fashion is made more relevant and personal by something a little lived-in. Vintage pieces from Lawrenceville’s Bottom Nature mix easily with finds from Pittsburgh’s local boutiques, giving each look a sense of biography and history.

Above: Left: James shows us the Stone Velvet Effect Western Shirt by Pini Parma, a special edition selvedge denim jacket by Barbanera, the Wisdom Talisman Elk Bolo Tie by Frontera, Brando Jeans by Monfrère, and the Taos Western Fedora by Two Roads Hat Company. All from Sergio Paisley.; Right: Clockwise from top left: James wears an 11:11 Jacket, orSlow jeans, and Kapital bandana, all from Vestis. Emry wears a GRP sweater and Surplus shorts with a bandana by Kapital, all from Vestis. Lexi dons a a top by Maria Cher from Après Boutique with vintage blazer, pants, and scarf from Bottom Nature Vintage. Nicole wears an orSlow chore coat and Kapital scarf from Vestis with a vest from Bottom Nature Vintage.

Above: Left: Emry wears a GRP sweater, Surplus shorts, and Kapital bandana, all from Vestis. His vintage jewelry is from Bottom Nature Vintage, and his boots are from Boot Barn.; Center: Nicole wears an orSlow chore coat and Kapital scarf from Vestis with a vest from Bottom Nature Vintage.; Right: Lexi wears a top by Maria Cher from Après Boutique with vintage blazer, pants, scarf, and boots from Bottom Nature Vintage.

To make a look of your own check out our favorite stores for vintage clothes shopping as well as our Pittsburgh Shopping Guide for expert tips and store listings.

About the Author and Stylist

Dominika Bronner is TABLE Magazine’s contributing photo and fashion stylist, covering Pittsburgh shopping and style for TABLE and Shady Ave. A Pittsburgh-based stylist and mom of four, her client and event work includes Kiya Tomlin and FashionAFRICANA‘s AFRICANISM Gala. Follow her at @dominikabronner_styling. 

Make up by Bianca Black
Assistance by Alicia Bronner
Modeling by Emry Amoky, James Manning, Lexi Wright, Nicole Yakovich, Myla, Isaiah, Ewa, Keith Recker
Photography by Michael Parente
Shot on location at Barberry Farm

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