How to Dress from Summer to Fall

Kacee

My top piece of advice for transitioning from summer to fall attire is to be mindful of fabrics. While linen is great for summer, it might not be the warmest option for cooler weather. I recommend layering different fabric types and adding or removing layers as needed. For instance, a cotton summer dress can be paired with a chunky knit cardigan, and linen shorts can be matched with a blazer. Your summer pieces don't need to be stored away for nine months—instead, they can be reinvented and worn in fresh, new ways.

Amanda

Summer is, frankly, my time to shine, wardrobe-wise. My preferred garment is a dress, the breezier, the better. In order to extend the life of my favorite warm-weather frocks, I start piling on the layers—denim jackets as the first leaves start to fall into chunky knit sweaters later in autumn. I am not going to tell you to wear a dress over pants (as a millennial, I’m triggered), but changing up footwear from sandals to sneakers or loafers with crew socks and, eventually, knee-high boots is key. I also think a slip dress under a long, thick coat is max spicy.

Isabella

I mentioned this in our spring styling story, and I’ll say it again: Always come prepared. For this, you need one of two things: a large purse that can fit an extra sweater or a sweater thin enough to pack into a small purse. I prefer something cashmere—it’s lighter than wool but much warmer and oh-so-soft. Bags aren’t your thing? Treat the sweater like an accessory. Bonus points if it adds a nice pop of color to an otherwise neutral look.