Fall Style Essentials: Transition Outfits

It's September!!! Even though it is still like 80 outside I am so excited that September and fall weather should be shortly arriving.  But like Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back so life is good again (am I right?) 

While the weather is still fairly warm for the foreseeable future I'll probably be rocking transition outfits, aka clothes that make me think fall, but let's be real these outfits are totally summer appropriate too so really I'm just trying to trick myself into thinking the weather is cooler...

My favorites for this type of weather are dresses and skirts here are a few ways you can recreate my favorite transition outfits! 

The Striped Dress

I probably have about 5 or 6 versions of a stripped dress in my closet.  I think these are so universally flattering and easy to wear.  I would wear this look to work, Sunday Brunch, or a casual day shopping.  While it's still warm you can swap out the flats for sandals for an even more casual look, and as the weather gets colder throw on some boots or booties instead! 

Shop my favorite stripped dresses below

Shop my shoes from this look below (and similar)

The LBD

I don't know why but I personally think LBD's make great transition pieces.  Probably because I find the lack of color great for feeling like Fall is upon us (something about the lack of color maybe...).  In all fairness I do wear LBDs year round but I feel like I reach for them much more during the warmer fall months.  Again you can make this outfit work in cooler weather by throwing on boots and a coat.  Great for work, going out to dinner, or anywhere.  

My Favorite LBD's on the market

The Classic (and vague) Shirt/Skirt Combo

I swear this was one my go to combos back in college during the warm fall months.  It's so simple yet classic that it works year after year.  Again throw on a change of shoes or outerwear as the weather changes (I must sounds like a broken record here), plus you can change out your shirt and skirt combos and mix and match, throw in deeper tones ect. to make this simple combo work throughout the fall months.

Favorite Shirts

Favorite Skirts 

Shop with me: J.Crew (new and sale!)

Is it just me or has J.Crew been killin it lately?  This compilation of things is possibly the most random (both new fall items and on sale summer items).  I think it reflects the fact that I am mentally ready for the weather to cool down, but outside physically it is still roasting hot.  

Regardless here are some of my current favorites on sale at J.Crew right now.  Lots of great things to get your closet ready for fall (the blazers and the classic vest).  Don't forget to grab the perfect transition dresses and my personal staple: the classic chambray.   

Plus Get 25% off certain styles and 30% off sale styles with code refresh! 

Click images below to shop.  

  

Wishlisted - August 2016

Is it just me, or does the hotter the summer weather gets, the more I anticipate the arrival of fall weather?  I've been dying to pull out my boots and sweaters, but until then I'll be craving some nice transition pieces, like the ones linked below.  Perfect styles for the remaining month(s) of warm weather, but they'll also be perfect for as we move into cooler weather this fall. 

What is on your current wishlist?  

-xxClaire

Shop with me: Lilly Pulitzer Summer Collection

It has been a while since I have shopped at Lilly Pulitzer (99% sure it was the last sale in January).  Their winter and early Spring outfit collection didn't really speak to me, but then I went in store recently and fell in love with a few pieces (only picked up this dress though -- I'm seriously in love, the fit is so flattering and the patter is one of my new favorites!)

I tried on a few things, and saw a few old favorite dresses and tops in new patterns and I thought I would share some of my favorite picks 

Plus lets not forget that the end of summer sale should be starting in the next few weeks or so (usually mid August). 

Needless to say I have a feeling I know where my money will be going this month.  Some real struggles am I right?

-xx

Claire  

Summer Handbag Loves: Luxury vs. Splurge vs. Save

I have a small obsession with handbags.  They are probably hands down my favorite accessory.  Today I've rounded up some of my favorite summery style handbags.  Lots of light pastels, light neutrals, and bright pops of colors are the best way to accessorize outfits during the summer months (IMHO).  My two favorite types of handbags are totes that can fit everything, and crossbodys that leave your hands free (usually to hold coffee and food because those are my priorities).

I've rounded up 3 levels of price ranges: The luxury buys that I am drooling over, The Splurges that are slightly easier to stomach price-wise, but still up there and the Saves: All under $100!

 

Shop with me: J.Crew (new arrivals and Sale Styles)

J.Crew recently has been killing it.  I've been loving so many of their newer styles for spring and lots of their sale styles from their winter collections that are now going on sale.   So many cute and classic options and these are a few of my favorites right now that I have been eyeing.