1. Cider Made Simple book ($19.95) at Su Casa. 2. All-natural beer soap ($7) at Nepenthe Homebrew. 3. “Union” T-shirt ($20) at Union Craft Brewing. 4. Williams Sonoma craft beer barbecue sauce set ($29.95) at Williams Sonoma. 5. Foster & Rye beer tasting field notebook ($7) at Su Casa. 6. Sideshow Press plaid wooden coasters ($14) at Trohv. Counter Couture bison coasters ($13.50) at Trohv. 7. Soberdough brew bread mix ($10) at Su Casa. 8. The Beer Deck playing cards ($17) at Becket Hitch. 9. The Original Retro Brand “Drinking About You” T-shirt ($48) at The Girl Next Door. 10. Max’s Waxhouse Trappist Belgian Ale candle ($15) at Max’s Taphouse. 11. Unpossible Cuts beer mug earrings ($12) at Trohv. 12. Novelty bulldog wall-mounted bottle opener ($16.95) at Williams Sonoma. 13. Liquid Education: Beer book ($14.95) at Trohv.

In the never-ending quest to find the perfect pair of jeans, knowledge is power. So we put together a shopping guide full of tips and tricks for finding our favorite fall denim styles.

Skinny

Skinny jeans are the perfect year-round style. No matter if they are tucked into boots, worn with flats or sandals, or dressed up with heels, they are a pivotal staple in any wardrobe. This style of denim can be worn two different ways. If you prefer them to just hit the ankle, look for styles with a shorter inseam; if you like the bunched look at the ankle, search for a longer inseam.

>> Shopping Suggestion: Everyone is built differently. With so many variations of the skinny jean, make sure to try different styles and take note of the percentage of spandex used if you prefer a tighter, more legging-like style. Rag & Bone 10-inch skinny jeans ($195) at The Girl Next Door.

Straight Leg

Arguably the most versatile fit of jeans, the straight leg looks good on pretty much everyone and paired with pretty much anything. Known for being the more approachable friend of the skinny jean, straight leg denim doesn’t taper completely to the ankle, but is still slimmer at the bottom and looks great with any shoe. We love the mid or higher rise straight legs because of their leg-lengthening effect and slimming waistband.

>> Shopping Suggestion: Look for straight leg denim that is more fitted in the knees and follows the silhouette of your calves, leaving more room in the ankle. Paige Skyline Straight mid-rise straight leg jeans ($178) at Jean Pool.

Flare

This semi-intimidating denim trend, which originated in the ’70s, seems to drift in and out of fashion (its most recent resurgence was last fall). Well, here we go again, because flares are back in a big way this autumn. Best when fitted through the hips and thighs with a pronounced break in the knee, they look great paired with boho tops, romantic blouses, and chunky sweaters.

>> Shopping Suggestion: The most important thing to remember when shopping for flares is that they require extra length. The widest part of the jean should hit the floor—dust off those platforms!—not your ankle. Frame Denim Le High Flare jeans ($215) at Ruth Shaw.

Keep it simple

Condense your wardrobe! Instead of bogging down your closet with clutter, minimize it by cutting out pieces you don’t need or never wear. (Standard rule: If you haven’t worn it in a year, say bye-bye.) It will make your morning routine easier and laundry loads lighter. Once you purge, build it back up with basic neutrals and a handful of versatile special pieces. If nothing else, just be yourself. “I always think it’s great for someone to put their own stamp or twist on things,” says Ray Mitchener, the owner of Ruth Shaw and The Girl Next Door.

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In neutral

Get ready to fall in love with fashion again. Trends like Normcore (a way of dressing that puts the emphasis on average, everyday pieces), homeless chic (think Kanye West), and athleisure will head out of the mainstream. Mitchener says bare shoulders, ruffles, and crisp whites are great ways to update your look, too. Keep an eye out for a new wave of denim, as well. “Denim is going to be a big trend in dresses, shirts, and jackets, as opposed to just jeans,” Mitchener says. And because gender fluidity is making waves, expect to see guys and gals rocking similar, gender-neutral styles.

Colors and prints aplenty

“This spring, expect to see pops of unexpected bright colors and even monochromatic looks,” says Thea Washington, a wardrobe stylist. Intimidated by color? Black is always in. It’s chic, flatters every frame, and is a subtle way to make a statement, Washington says. Punchy patterns, like florals and blue- and-white stripes, also will make their way onto blouses, blazers, and dresses this season. Mixing prints is still on-trend, so don’t be scared to pair your favorite printed pieces together for a fun and unique look.

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Menswear reinvented

With the changing times, it’s no surprise that menswear is on a progressive path, too. Dudes, go ahead and mix and match those patterns and textures with reckless abandon—but make sure the fit is flawless. Tailoring, a must no matter the trend, will turn toward sleeker and slimmer-fitting shapes this season. “We are seeing a movement toward health consciousness, and it’s a full package,” says designer David Hart. “Men want to feel great and look great.”

Splendid poppy sleeveless tank ($86) at Babe. (a Boutique).

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Tory Burch yellow large tote ($450) at Handbags in the City.

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Whoop painted beads necklace ($47) at Doubledutch Boutique.

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Bernardo cobalt moon jelly flip-flop ($68) at The Girl Next Door.

Tory Burch blue mini bucket bag ($495) at Handbags in the City.

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Yarnz leather lemon clutch ($190) at The Girl Next Door.

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Splendid cobalt lounge shorts ($78) at Babe. (a Boutique).

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Jeffrey Campbell red suede rodillo low wedge sandal ($144) at Poppy and Stella.