MissusSmartyPants Personal Profile Style Article Volume 10 Week 37 September 10, 2015 Remember: only the last 4 weeks remain posted! Is It Fall Yet? Ten Essentials for Summer Into Fall With fall colors filling the racks and shelves at your local clothing stores, it s tempting to go on a shopping spree to buy all the latest trends. However, I recommend that you search your closet before rushing to the stores and maxing out your credit cards. Items with summery prints can be packed away until spring comes around, however many summer pieces like strapless dresses, graphic tees and tank tops still work well into the fall. By using only a few key pieces, you can create a a like new fall-like wardrobe without spending a fortune. It s almost sweater weather... Bring it on! S-t-r-e-t-c-h your wardrobe from summer into fall with these 10 items: Dark colored linen (black, chocolate brown, dark green) worn through September, and in some climates, all the way into October White v-neck tees and white button-down shirts both as year-round layering pieces Dark cropped-ankle pants
¾ Sleeve cotton tees and sweaters Denim jackets and vests (blue jean and colored twill) Denim skirts Wrap dresses (in solid dark-colored fabrics) Cardigan sweater sets Scarves (light-weight fabrics) to wrap stylishly around your neck to keep warm Wardrobe basics in darker neutral colors (pencil skirt, jeans, blazers, etc.) Start wearing autumn colors (deeper colors) to replace the summery brights (you ve just put away). Also, purchase (if needed) layering tees and short-sleeved cardigans in rich fall hues, like this season s marsala red, clear purple, gray, mustard yellow, emerald and peacock blue. These handy essentials help you looking stylish during these in-between months (before the weather really turns cold). Wear a vest! During this in-between weather, wear a vest. A vest gives instant style to any basic outfit. Adding a long necklace will create another flattering vertical line to your torso!
Macys Maison Jules Drawstring Cargo Vest Lane Bryant The Vest (plus size)
A cardigan. By far, cardigan sweaters are the most versatile items you can wear during this transition period (summer into fall)...
A flyaway cardigan is the perfect layer piece for cool fall mornings... LAYERS! This time of year it s all about LAYERS! Light layers allow you to adjust to the fluctuating temperatures. Add them when it s cool early or late in the day, then remove them when its warms up... Layer two dresses? Why not.
That s just what I did a few seasons ago. Here is my two-dress outfit: Layer an open-weave sweater for a stylish-layered look...(don t forget to change your handbag to a rich warm color, like the one shown below)
Cropped ankle pants. Continue to wear your cropped pants (mid-weight fabrics) if they are in darker colors. They are perfect for extending into fall. Even though these outfits below are with pumps and flats...you will want to add BOOTS to these outfits as the weather cools! Wear pretty blouses! The days of sweltering heat are finally over. Now is the time to wear a dainty blouse that makes you look and feel feminine!
Texture! Wear a tweed skirt or slack and get started enjoying fall right now. Add a bright top and your look is simply fabulous.
I love wearing my chambray shirt tucked into my tweed skirt! Fun flats. What could better than wearing a pair of cute flats? Wear your fun bright or embellished flats this fall with: bootcut jeans, straight-leg denims and skinnys, as well as tailored pencil skirts... Bandolino Niverta Moccasins (in neutral "pewter")
Nine West Smoking Flats Style&co. Desya Smoking Flats in Red This summer into fall outfit includes: summery tank worn with this fall s longer cardigan, flare jeans and bright flats!
Yes, you still can wear that summery lace top by adding to it: a blazer, black jeans, a long pendant necklace and RED flats! Vince Camuto Rowley Bow Flats (extended sizes) A new fall handbag! Nothing will get you more excited about the fall season than a new handbag--especially one that goes with everything. Personally I m searching for a new GRAY handbag for this fall...because (c mon you know the answer)...it goes with everything!
This cross-the-body handbag below, has lots of zipper pockets to store all your things safely... Coach North/South Swingpack in Signature Fabric Printed Scarves! You ve already got a couple of safe solid-colored scarves...live a little and go bold with a graphic printed scarf or something fun and floral! Feeling a bit chilly? By adding just a scarf around your neck, you ll stay warm without overheating. Of course on cooler days wearing a simple blazer, tee and jeans gets dressed up with your scarf addition! Your fall scarf is your outfit completer piece.
Similar: V. Fraas Feather Loop Scarf (4 colors) Boots and Booties! If you ve already got black booties (or brown, gray, tan ones for that matter) you can still...wear em! Booties remain a stylish choice for fall footwear. Of course, this season it s all about brown boots. Booties work with best with straight/skinny jeans/slacks...however, match your tights to your color of bootie and rock em with dresses and skirts too! TOMS Desert Wedge Booties (right side)
Layer dark gray tights and tan socks with your booties for a cool look! For the sleekest look... Wear the same color tights and shoes when wearing dresses and skirts...
Good News! You can get away with wearing a shorter skirt when you wear tights! A bold accessory. Go bold, or go home! I guess that sounds a tad bit intimidating and mean, lol! But, really...what s the point of an accessory if it is small and insignificant? Have fun and bring STYLE to your fall outfits by completing them with bold and fabulous accessories!
Similar: Vince Camuto Val Clutch This fun fringe wristlet would be perfect for date night... Patricia Nash Suede Fringe Wristlet Choose bold accessories this fall like: animal-print belts, bold earrings, marsala red shoes, cross-the-body handbags, floral printed scarves. Jessica Simpson Tribal Shaky Kite Earrings
By transitioning your wardrobe from summer into fall you will fully enjoy the changing of seasons. Celebrate fall! Get outside and delight in the vibrant autumn colors and cool weather. Take pleasure in a slow walk with family and friends. Soon you ll be able to warm yourself by the fire. "Top 10 Essentials to Wear for Summer Into Fall" 1. Cardigans 2. Light Layers 3. Cropped Pants 4.Pretty Blouses 5. Texture/Tweed 6.Fun Flats 7. A new fall handbag 8.Printed Scarves 9. Booties 10.Bold Accessories Stretching summer clothes into fall is budget-friendly and style smart. Who knew you had so many stylish outfits hiding in your closet, right? Copyright 2006-15 LagTag LLC All rights reserved. This message may not be forwarded or reproduced in any format without the express written consent of MissusSmartyPants.com. Violators will be unsubscribed