Transitional Outfit Inspiration

Happy First Day of Fall! It definitely not feeling much like fall here in North Carolina. The last time I checked the temperature, it was a sticky eighty-eight degrees! I feel like this time of year can get super tricky to dress for because you really want to wear your favorite fall pieces but it's too hot. Or it's cool in the morning and summertime by noon. That's where transitional outfits come in. I'm sure there's a legit definition out there on the Internet somewhere to describe it but in simple terms:

Transitional outfits take you from one season to the next (such as summer to fall) by mixing pieces from each season together. 

A simple example of this kind of style would be pairing your favorite denim shorts from the summer with your new fall sweater. Today, I'm going to share some transitional outfit inspiration to help you dress your best during this in-between season!

D E N I M  J A C K E T  A N D  S U M M E R  D R E S S

Extend the wear of your summer dresses by throwing on a denim jacket or a cardigan on top. 

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L E O P A R D  P R I N T

Leopard print just screams fall to me, even though I certainly wear it year round. A leopard skirt, top, bag, hair accessory, or shoes.

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J U S T  A D D  M U L E S

Take your summer uniform (a white tee and denim skirt, for me) and just add mules. Instantly takes the outfit from being summer to transitional by adding a closed toe shoe. I really like this type of transitional outfit for hot, fall days.

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S A N D A L S  A N D  J E A N S

Throw on your new favorite jeans with sandals. Add a short sleeve top to stay cool. Again, a little pop of leopard doesn't hurt, either.

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S W E A T E R  W I T H  A  S K I R T (O R  S H O R T S)

I love wearing lightweight sweaters with skirts and shorts. I also love wearing my cardigans with skirts and shorts, too!

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K E E P  I T  N E U T R A L

Neutral colors are perfect for transitioning into fall. I like buying classic, neutral pieces that I can wear in the summer but will also work in the fall by adding layers. Just add a cardigan to this look when it gets cool outside.

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