It’s hard to believe we’re on the verge of fall when our weather still feels like the middle of summer; nonetheless, I can’t help but get excited for my favorite season that brings cooler mornings for drinking coffee on the patio, chilly evenings by the chiminea, and days filled with changing leaves, pumpkin flavored food, and planning for seasonal festivities and holidays around the corner.
It also means shopping for clothes in terms of how well they can transition from the hot days of summer to the milder weather of fall; this outfit is comprised of some of my favorite pieces to do just that. This cap-sleeve button up shirt looks great with a skirt or shorts for now, and would be cute in the fall tucked into a pair of dark wash skinny jeans with these black boots and a handkerchief around your neck.
This black pleated skirt is another item I’ll be wearing all fall; I love how the pleats give it a feminine school-girl vibe and since it’s black it’ll be great for the subdued tones of the season. I’d wear it with this tie neck top in retro chainlink print or this sweater and over-the-knee boots on a chilly day. I’ve also been using a scarf tied around my bag as an accessory lately — it’s perfect to add a pretty print to an outfit that’s otherwise neutral, and on a fall day you can untie it and drape it around your neck for a bit of warmth if the weather turns south.
What are your favorite pieces to wear from summer to fall?
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WHITE CAP SLEEVE BUTTON UP-sold out (SIMILAR 1, 2) | BLACK PLEATED SKIRT | SCARF-boutique (SIMILAR) | MK SATCHEL (SIMILAR) | GREY STRIPED PUMPS
LINDSEY of THE NOMIS NICHE
Great post! I pretty much wear my jeans year round, but I also love pairing jogger pants with tanks in the summer and big chunky knit sweaters when winter rolls around. I also take some of my summer dresses and layer them with scarves and sweaters in the fall/ winter. I love restyling my closet! Thanks for sharing your summer-to-fall tips!
Love, Lindsey
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Tristan
It’s almost impossible to wear jeans year-round in Texas but I agree about the joggers and dresses moving into fall! Joggers in particular are a favorite style of mine, I wear them as much as I can get away with. Thanks for sharing Lindsey!
Jamie
I love that purse! Perfect accessory for a classic, feminine look :)
Jamie
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Tristan
Thanks Jamie, it’s my favorite and most used bag for sure!
Aurelie | Surface85
Don’t talk about fall it’s giving me pumpkin latte envy :)
Your top or skirt are perfect for fall! I’m sure you will show us the different outfits soon! The most difficult part in fall is to go from open toes shoes to closde ones (the struggle is real ahaha).
xx
Aurelie | http://www.surface85.com
Tristan
I will certainly miss my sandals but I also like that when cooler temps come around I don’t have to keep my toenails painted consistently haha! #truth. I always think of it as a nice break to let them “breathe”.
Siffat Haider
This skirt is everything on you! I love finding versatile pieces which I can use in both summer and fall :)
xo
Siffat
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Tristan
Thank you Siffat! I’ll definitely be wearing this skirt with some over-the-knee boots when the cooler temps finally roll in.
Bollianaxo
I love this sort of style so much for a girl! A skirt to look feminine and a plain top to make it look classy xx
Bollianaxo
Tristan
I’m glad to hear you love it! I agree it’s a pretty classic and feminine look which might be why I love wearing it so much! Those are two traits that never miss the mark.
Fowzia Madar
I love this outfit, the skirt is perfect for fall,
Fowzis|Crazy4ties
xoxo
Tristan
Thank you Fowzia, I agree this skirt will look fab with my over-the-knee boots in Fall!
Jenna
Love this look! You’ve inspired me to start doing this scarf on the purse thing. It’s such a smart idea. Even if the weather is nice, there’s always a too-cold air conditioner on somewhere!
Tristan
That’s so true Jenna! People can certainly go overboard with their a/c settings in the summer and I’m one that prefers the heat over cold. It’s also a great way to accessorize, I’m glad to hear I inspired you to try it!
Lynda Gergen
That skirt with a pair of tights and booties, a turtleneck sweater and some great jewelry pieces.
Tristan
I love that idea, although instead of booties I would wear my new black suede over-the-knee boots :)
Cara
You’re right, this is such such a perfect schoolgirl chic look! I used to wear something similar but sans heels for school. :D You look ladylike and so cuuuuuite. :*
Tristan
Thank you Cara! I’ve missed your sweet comments, glad to see you back! :D
adele miner
I love this, the setting is perfect and you look so pretty! I think your blog is great and you seem so lovely also, let me know if you would like to follow each other and keep in contact! x
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Tristan
Thank you for the kind words about my blog Adele! It means so much to hear that from my readers, truly. I’m heading over to check yours out now!
Tina
This outfit is so girly and sweet! I need that skirt!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
Tristan
Yes you do Tina, it’s something that definitely looks like ‘you’!
Sheela Goh
Tristan, the slight Lolita vibe of your outfit is immensely charming :)
Tristan
Thank you Sheela!
Konstantina Antoniadou
chic and comfy, love it!
http://www.kmeetsstyle.com
Maria Madden
Amazing photos, you are looking so lovely.
xo
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Meg Dunigan
You are seriously the cutest thing ever. You make me want to copy you and buy this entire outfit. What a perfect ensemble for transitioning from summer to fall. I wish I could rock a skirt like you do! So pretty!
Adi
Flawless look, babe!! I love the skirt!
Adi xx
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Michale Ellson
Fortunately, you don’t have to ditch your whole summer wardrobe just because it’s going to get a bit cooler outdoors. The fashion savvy can always seamlessly ease into fall without any major hiccups. Why? Because they have great transitional pieces that work for both seasons.