As we ease our way into the Autumn season, I always find this time of the year to be a challenge. Long summer days have ended, the sun goes down earlier, and fall fashion is very much on our minds. However, mid-September heat prohibits us from jumping full swing into our big sweaters, boots, and all our other favorite fall pieces. Nonetheless, with the right transitional pieces, we can seamlessly dress for fall without completely abandoning summer. While it may be too soon for light jackets and oversized sweaters, here are a few outfits perfect for late September and early October!
How do you combine the texture of a sweater vest with the practicality of a tank top? You wear a sweater vest! Sweater vests are the perfect transitional pieces from Summer to Fall. Since they are sleeveless they are better for the warm weather that sticks around into late September and early October, however since they are usually knitted like a traditional sweater, they have more Autumn vibes. Additionally, sweater vests can be worn as it gets colder and colder as a layering piece. Transitioning from Fall to Winter, which is typically much easier, you can pair your sweater vests over mock necks or turtlenecks! Not to mention these are super in style this season, they won’t be hard to find in stores.
Another way to get a similar effect of a sweater vest is to simply style a chunky cardigan sweater over your favorite summer tanks. Chunky oversized sweaters and cardigans are proving to be a huge trend this season. While the heat still stifles us in the midafternoon, yet the morning air is brisk and chilly, layering a cardigan with a tank is the perfect way to accommodate the changes in weather while satisfying your fall style cravings. Having staple pieces in your wardrobe that can be versatile across seasons, makes these shifts in style much more seamless!
Right along with the chunky trend comes none other chunky combat boots! These are a personal favorite of mine! As a transitional piece, chunky combat boots can be paired with most any dress in your closet. The trick here is to choose a dress with muted fall tones or solid colors. This is the perfect way to get use of your summer dresses into the fall months. The chunky boots not only keep you right on track with the trends, but they replace sandals for a more practical piece in colder weather. As temperatures drop even more, you can add some chic tights and maybe a chunky sweater to go with! No need to pack your dresses away just yet, there are still plenty of opportunities to work with them.
Lastly, any long and flowy skirt you have hiding away somewhere can be worn this season too. Who says skirts aren’t meant for any season? Transition into fall by pairing these with a simple graphic tee and casual white sneakers. Again, with the right colors and the right pairings, your spring and summer skirts can stick with you right into autumn.
Keeping your wardrobe full of classic pieces such as these ones will make transitioning between seasons easier than you think. Not only are all these outfit choices on trend, but they will help you style for fall without profusely sweating by the middle of the day! Really, what more can we ask for during these confusing temperatures?
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