Tips on How You Can Transition Your Summer Dress to Fall

As the final days of summer begins to fade, crisp air will be felt everywhere. The days are going to get shorter. As the season changes, so is our wardrobe too. When you give your wardrobe a refresh to fall fashion, it doesn’t mean that you should pack away all your summer staples. When dressing for transitioning weather, you have to be ready for hot days that can change to cool and crisp within hours.

As such, it’s a must to rely on a solid foundation of wardrobe essentials. Some of these essentials include classic button-ups, lightweight outerwear, one-and-done dresses, timeless tanks, and tees. All these can be worn on their own or layered together. Layering is very important in the fall. This is not only a practical solution to the ever-changing fall weather, it’s also a great way to mix and match pieces to create different looks. Your wardrobe to get more mileage when you mix and match.

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Smart layering begins with thinner material like cotton or silk tops, and then adding heavier pieces such as denim jackets or wool sweaters.  Layering is one of the easiest ways to transition a summer outfit into a cozy fall ensemble.

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Neutral-toned cardigans, blazers, jackets and scarves are crucial items for transitioning outfits from summer to fall. Besides keeping you warm, they also add great depth to your outfit.

Light Layering

Summer dresses are usually light and airy. You can easily transition the summer dresses for fall by wearing a sweater or jacket. This is because during this period, it is not too hot or cold. Therefore, lightweight outer layers like boyfriend blazer or breezy cardigans are good enough.

Pair With Tall Boots

Fall is boot season. A favorite way to wear summer dresses in the fall is to pair them with tall boots. Adding a neutral cowboy boot or black riding boots is a good look. This footwear also covers more skin when temps start dipping.

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Layering With Blazers

The versatility of blazers makes them the must-have pieces for wardrobe transition. Not only are they sophisticated, but blazers can also elevate basics like a neutral-shade tank maxi dress. For a chic look, you can layer a blazer over a slip dress and style it with thigh-high boots.  Remember to choose blazers in warm tones or autumnal patterns to bring the fall aesthetic into your outfit.

Layering Under It

This means you can take out your sleeveless or short-sleeved dress and put a long-sleeved layer underneath. Another way is to layer a simple white tee with a V-neck dress for added coverage. Need extra warmth? Add a camel overcoat over your outfit.

Belt It

If you don’t know already, statement belts are back. So if you love this early aughts look, you can transition your summer dress to fall by incorporating belts into your wardrobe. Try adding a leather belt at the waist for that cool weather style.

Long Sleeve Tops

Can’t get enough of the classic white button up that you have been wearing all summer? Well you can breathe new life into it by wearing it with a sleeveless dress and heels. Want to know how to style that sheer top you have been wearing on repeat this summer? Pair it with sleeveless cotton dresses and sneakers.

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Something Unexpected

Show off your creative flair by paring unusual pieces layered together. For example, pair a lightweight slip dress with distressed jeans and complete the look with sneakers.