Take your summer clothes into fall

With big summer sales going on, you’re probably wanting to snatch up some of those great deals. But is it really practical to buy that summery item when fall is looming just around the corner? Sure it is! Here are a few ideas on how to transition your summer duds into fall ensembles.

Tip #1: Since fall means back-to-school for so many, adding a little collegiate detailing to your summery staples will make it look right at home. Try argyle, plaid, bows, masculine fabrics, ties, and blazers to get this look.

White Pants by Magchunk featuring Miss Selfridge

Tip #2: To bring the weightless of your summer clothes down to the earthy feel of autumn, think color and texture. Bring out the darker colors in your patterned florals with a matching solid sweater or jacket. Add rustic elements like suede, leather, and metal. But don’t be afraid to keep a little femininity. You don’t want your summer item to look out of place, so add one other weightless item to keep the look cohesive.

Floral Dress

Floral Dress by Magchunk featuring Forever21

Tip #3: Big slouchy layers and sophisticated palette will always evoke the mystery of fall (Halloween is only a few months away, after all!). To balance out a mini-skirt (and stay warm), an oversized sweater does the trick. Tights keep legs from getting chilly and an animal print keeps things fun. Try a pop of jewel tone for an unexpected touch.

Jean skirt by Magchunk featuring Monsoon shoes

What are some other tricks you have?

Becca

August 7th, 2009 at 7:44 am

I actually wrote a post about choosing patterns and colors of pieces to make them more multi-seasonal recently. You can ind it here. I think we should be shopping buddies – I love your style!

Jackie

August 7th, 2009 at 8:43 am

Great tips. Love these sets you put together too. So glad to see another fashion post around here! Although it gets me in shopping trouble because I already HAVE to have every single piece from the floral dress set. Hmmm, perhaps we need to carve out some shopping time when I come visit in Oct!

maria

August 8th, 2009 at 6:13 am

These are great and make me anxious for the fall!

Kotori

August 10th, 2009 at 8:21 am

Love this – I alway need ideas of how to make things work for different seasons!

joanna goddard

August 11th, 2009 at 2:50 pm

what a cute camera tote! hope you’re feeling good today xoxo

Maggie

August 12th, 2009 at 11:53 am

Thanks Joanna!