We are all familiar with the typical struggle of finding an outfit to fit the inbetween weather that is about to hit us in the next month.
Is it too hot for jeans? Is it too cold for a tank top? Is this color too similar to what I would wear as summer is just beginning?
That inner dialogue circulates through us all- transitioning is not easy. Seasons come and go, just like clothes. Whether you are a dress person, a Mom-short fanatic, a spaghetti strap tank top admirer, a 6” seam shorts guy, or not, there are always those staples we migrate towards when we are getting all of the Vitamin D in the summer months.
Now, we have to think of fall with a hint of summer, or summer with a hint of fall. See, that is the thing, which way do we go?
We have rounded together six items that are non-negotiable to get you started on closing the summer wardrobe and welcoming a bit more fabric for those desirable, perfectly 70 degree days.
Knit tanks
A layering tank top never goes out of style. Despite the absence of sleeves, there is still so much room to grow a complete look with a good old tank. Whether that be with a blazer, cardigan, denim jacket, button-up, the options are endless. As for the bottom half, tailored shorts or mom shorts could be that perfect summer fix.
Knit dresses
All things knit, we guess! Again, a dress may be associated with summer, but there are countless means of layering that can be done.
Long sleeve dresses
You don’t want to worry about matching a jacket or button-up with your dress? That’s what long-sleeves are for! Have fun with the puffy sleeves, or maybe the ruched sleeves; let them be seen.
Cropped cardigans
If there is one thing we learned from Taylor Swift, it is to always have a cardigan on hand! Now, for this questionable weather- right before it truly starts getting chilly- find yourself a shorter cardigan. These are of the utmost essential to add some sleeves but keep the high-waisted pants open to the eye.
Maxi/midi-skirts
Look out! Maxi-and midi- skirts are back and better than ever. We saw them back in the early 1900s, but trends come and go, and this one is here to stay for the time being. Either satin or pleated or denim, you will always have something to wear a midi-skirt with!
Basic top
We are talking whites, blacks, neutrals, grays; all of the key colors found in your wardrobe, most likely. You can pair this top with wide-leg jeans, or maybe you found that top that fits you perfectly but has sleeves- try that midi-skirt or high-waisted denim shorts.
