Three Easy Ways to Transition Your Wardrobe for Fall

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Before I get started today I just want to say thanks to everyone who texted, emailed, and private messaged me earlier this week.  We made it through Irma safely and we managed to stay dry in the process.  Winds peaked around 75 mph and the worst of it hit during the day on Monday.  We have loads of trees down all over town and we were without power for about 7 hours, but fortunately it was cool outside so we didn’t swelter without the air conditioning.  We did have to throw out everything in our refrigerator, but it was a small price to pay compared to what some others are facing.  So anyway, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers.  They were much appreciated.

Now on to something more interesting… fall fashion!  Since we live in the south, it typically stays warm here through September, sometimes even early October, but I like to start transitioning to my fall wardrobe around the first of September regardless.  I have found three easy things to add to your wardrobe early on in the season that will leave you looking ready for fall, but won’t cause you to overheat.

O N E – Booties

During the summer, I’m all about open-toe shoes, sandals, and flip flops – anything to stay cool!  Once fall rolls around, flip flops are out and boots are in, but nobody wants to wear them when it’s still hot outside.  Booties are great for transitioning to fall because they give you that fall look without making your entire leg sweat like taller boots do.  These are my go-to right now.  If you want to be even more comfy, grab a pair of open-toe booties!  I have these and I could not love them more!!  They allow for air to get through the shoe, so they are even cooler.  You can pop them on with skinny pants and a sleeveless blouse or a summer dress to instantly transform your look without sacrificing your comfort.

Some favorites…

ONE (currently 25% off!) // TWO // THREE

T W O – Scarves

Scarves are probably my favorite accessory of all because they’re so versatile.  They come in all shapes, colors, and fabrics, and this time of year any scarf made of light, breathable fabric is perfect to throw on.  It gives you that cozy feeling in the morning when there’s a slight chill in the air, but it isn’t so heavy that it’ll have you sweating in the afternoon.  And if it does get really hot during the day, you can always take it off and nobody will know the difference!

Some favorites…

Leopard // Pink // Buffalo Plaid

T H R E E – Cardigans

Cardigans are another one of my favorite transition items because during this time of year layering is everything.  Some mornings we wake up to upper fifties and low sixties, but by the time 4 PM rolls around it might be mid-eighties.  It’s always good to start the day with a cardi to keep warm, and like the scarf, you can always discard it when you get too hot.

Some favorites…

Cheetah // Green // Polka Dot

I utilized all three of these items last year when I challenged myself to wear 365 different outfits in 2016.  Accessories played a big part in that challenge because they allowed me to wear the same dress or combination but make it look totally different.  In case you missed that post, you can find it here.

What are your fall transition items?   

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