Happy Friday, gang! Thereβs nothing quite like settling onto the porch on a crisp fall evening. The air is cool, the leaves are turning, and comfort food pairs beautifully with cozy layers. This week, weβre savoring porch time in outfits that feel polished yet relaxed, just right for women embracing fall porch style over 50. Add in a seasonal cocktail and a sweet-savory hand pie, and you have the perfect recipe for autumn evenings.
Hereβs What Youβll Find in This Post:
- Bethβs polished layered look for porch evenings
- Kellyβs relaxed take on fall porch style
- Recipe for a Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
- How to make savory Pumpkin Hand Pies at home
- Plus, a weekly check-in with Oscar and Ollie!
Bethβs Fall Porch Style
Fall porch style is all about refined comfort. I reached for the Ralph Lauren Ricky Pant, a timeless bottom that offers structure without stiffness. Paired with a Theory Cropped Cashmere Sweater, the look balances cozy softness with sleek lines. To add a touch of elegance, I tied on a Silk Scarf, which lifts the whole outfit with a hint of color and pattern.
Finally, I slipped into plaid block heels. Theyβre seasonal, fun, and polished enough to wear while hosting friends for a casual fall porch gathering.
Beth’s Fall Porch Style
Kellyβs Fall Porch Style
For my take on fall porch style, I kept it relaxed yet put-together. The Mid-Rise Relaxed Painter Pull-On Pant is effortless and comfy but has that painterly vibe that feels artsy and casual. I layered a white crewneck tee under a v-neck sweater vest, which gives a nod to classic preppy fall style without feeling fussy.
Shop Kelly’s Look
For footwear, I went practical with Rothyβs Original Slip-On Sneakers; easy, sustainable, and porch-ready, whether Iβm helping set out appetizers or cozying up with Oscar.
Kelly’s Fall Porch Style
π Fall Porch Recipes π»
π₯ Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
Fall cocktails donβt need to be complicated to feel special. This Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned is my seasonal twist on a timeless classic. The maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness that complements bourbonβs smoky depth, making it the perfect sipper for crisp porch evenings.
Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned
Ingredients:
- 4 oz bourbon
- 1 oz pure maple syrup
- 4 dashes Angostura bitters
- 2 dashes orange bitters optional
- Ice
- 2 orange peels for garnish
- 2 cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a mixing glass, stir together the bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters.
- Add ice and stir until well chilled.
- Strain into 2 rocks glasses over large ice cubes.
- Express orange peels over each glass, rub around the rims, and drop them in.
- Garnish each with a cinnamon stick, if desired.
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π Savory Pumpkin & Sage Hand Pies
Hand pies are the ultimate comfort food; easy to make, fun to eat, and packed with fall flavor. These pumpkin hand pies are flaky, golden little parcels with just the right amount of spiced filling. Whether served warm from the oven or reheated the next day, they make the porch feel like a bakery.
Savory Pumpkin & Sage Hand Pies
Ingredients:
- 1 prepared pie crust thawed if frozen
- 1 cup canned pumpkin purΓ©e not pumpkin pie mix
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh sage finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Β½ -ΒΎ cup cooked and cooled bacon pieces or cooked Pancetta optional
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400Β°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin purΓ©e, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, sage, salt, pepper, and cooked bacon pieces or cooked Pancetta (if using) until smooth.
- Roll out pie crust and cut into 12, 3-4-inch circles with a biscuit cutter.
- Place 1β2 tablespoons of filling in the center of 6 of the circles. Place a top circle of pie crust dough over the tops. Press edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush tops with egg wash, then cut a small slit in each for venting.
- Bake for 18β20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Garnish with extra sage and serve warm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recipe Questions Answered
Q: Can I make the Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned ahead of time for guests?
Yes! Mix the bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters in a pitcher and refrigerate. When ready to serve, stir over ice and garnish individually.
Q: Whatβs the best way to keep pumpkin hand pies fresh if I bake them early?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, freeze and reheat in the oven at 350Β°F until warm.
Q: Any tips for transporting the cocktail and pies for a porch party or picnic?
A Yeti thermos or insulated flask keeps cocktails chilled (or warm, if you prefer a hot bourbon drink). For hand pies, pack them in a lined tin or reusable food container to prevent crumbling during travel.
Cheers to Fall Porch Style!
As the days grow shorter, these porch evenings feel all the more precious. With cozy layers, a cocktail that warms from the inside out, and pumpkin hand pies that make the house smell divine, itβs the kind of fall ritual that makes me pause with gratitude. Cheers to fall porch style over 50! From Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and me, we wish you a cozy weekend ahead.
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Looks as though you two have a great time creating, cooking and dressing! Love the recipes (I have made a few!) and the seasonal nudges to dress and decorate. I am ready for the coolness of fall here in Atlanta!
Question for Kelly please. kelly I Very recently looked at some of your outfits and you (and i am almost sure was post by Kelly?) offered long sweaters that were advertised as being very soft. cost was very good amd nay have been on Amazon. I have tried for couple of days and i just CANNOT find that posting. Help please!! Thank you!!!!! gaye
Hi Gaye, I haven’t featured any long sweaters lately…Perhaps you saw an older post with sweaters from Quince? Check out this link for sweaters from Quince: Quince Sweaters. I hope that helps! xo Kelly