What to Wear This Fall

Monday, September 09, 2024

We're at that crazy time of the year when it's too warm to put away summer clothes, yet the weather will soon be turning chilly. It's already getting pretty cold at night here in Boston, despite 75 degree days. 

It's not quite time to pull out heavy pieces, but then again, it's not the right time to put away summer either!

So what's a woman to do?

I generally don't make the full summer to fall wardrobe transition until late September, however I am starting to pull out layers such as jackets, sweaters, vests, and cardigans. 

Many summer dresses and skirts can actually be worn all year round with the addition of boots and a jacket or cardigan (excluding gauze and very lightweight fabrics in the winter). I have several summer dresses that look fall-ready paired with booties and a leather or denim jacket. 

Another idea is to add in warmer fall tones so your wardrobe will instantly look more seasonal. Consider shades of olive green and my favorite chocolate brown, which are also very "in" colors for fall. I  love burnt orange, deep shades of green, burgundy, and mustard yellow too! 

Here are a few outfit ideas to give you inspiration for this unpredictable season.


Yes this is a white dress worn AFTER Labor Day, and why not? The 3/4 sleeves make it perfect for this in-between weather and by adding white boots, it looks less "summery".  This dress comes in blue as well. I love the brand Aspiga, a B Corp ethical fashion brand that is new to the U.S. Shop HERE.  Free shipping in the U.S. with a purchase $200+ and there is a 10% off pop-up on the website. 


The dresses shown above and below are both from Michelle McDowell, and again they are perfect with boots! If you need another layer for warmth, they look adorable with a denim jacket.  The no-wrinkle fabric is a bonus too! Shop here and use code SUSAN for 20% off! 



I can't say enough good things about my Atheta jumpsuit. As a matter of fact, I love it so much that I bought it in three colors! I've worn this black jumpsuit a zillion times this summer, but I'll also be wearing it into the fall with a jacket!  Shop it here (highly recommend!) and similar jackets here and here.  Exact jacket from Lily & James here. 


And last, transition a summer skirt by adding a long sleeve shirt (denim shown here) and some boots. Shop a similar shirt here and here and skirt here

The last two outfits (excluding the jumpsuit) are from Lily & James, a fabulous boutique in Groton, MA (they ship too). 



More to come!
Hope you're having a wonderful day.

xx Susan

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