Here’s how transitional dressing can help prepare your wardrobe for fall

Summer fashion is all about being daring with your looks—donning tops so sheer they are almost nude, miniskirts that are as skimpy as a wide belt, and strappy sundresses that make you feel like the main character. While all these outfits are cute, they don’t seem apt for the seasonal shift when the weather changes and it’s no longer scorching hot.  Another problem? It’s not cold enough yet to bring out your warm and cosy sweaters, coats, and heavy jackets. So, what is one to do? Find a balance between theo two with some good old staples, of course. 

Ahead, discover what to wear during the mercurial season, and how to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall. 

What is transitional dressing?

Transitional dressing is exactly what it sounds like—clothes that help you effortlessly ‘transition’ from winter to spring, or summer to fall, without having to shop for a whole new wardrobe. A few staples coupled with nifty styling tips can take your fall dressing to a whole new level. Transitional dressing is made for that extremely tricky period when you the mornings and evenings can be chilly, while the afternoons remain uncomfortably hot. Tricks like layering, adding boxy silhouettes, and relying on essentials like light knits and jackets, trousers, even boots are your best bet. 

Tips and tricks for your transitional summer-fall wardrobe

A dress that you can layer

One of the oldest and easiest tricks in the transitional dressing rulebook (if there was one!) is to layer a summer dress that you love. Add a light cardigan or jacket on top, or wear a mock neck underneath. Below, go for sheer tights if needed, and choose boots or sneakers as your footwear of choice to fully lean into the ‘cold season is almost here’ narrative. 

Boxy silhouettes are always in

Tailored clothing is in vogue right now—think a pair of wide-legged formal pants or a slouchy blazer. Adding structured silhouettes to your transitional wardrobe will help you style summer pieces with ease. They can be easily layered, and the slightly thicker material keeps you warm and comfortable when needed. Pair a crop top and jeans combo with a blazer or jacket, skip trending jorts for a pair of trousers—the options are endless. 

Make lightweight knits and cover-ups your best friends 

As we’ve mentioned many times already, and will say it again even if we sound like a broken record—transitional dressing is all about the layers. So, if you’re planning on shopping particularly for this season, then invest in pieces that will come in handy to layer. Everything from boleros, blazers, cotton-blend cardigans, to sweater vests and denim jackets will fit the bill. 

Switch up your miniskirts for midis and maxis

Summer is when we bring out our beloved and bold miniskirts, flaunting them with crop tops, tees, and shirts for the ultimate Y2K era look. But baring the legs might not be the best option when it gets slightly cooler, so may we suggest equally cool and trendy alternatives—the midi and maxi skirts. Denim maxi skirts are already taking over as one of the hottest looks this fall, pair them with a button-up, a baguette bag and boots, and you’re good to go.