We’re officially in that beautifully awkward time of year when the weather transitions from blisteringly hot to pleasantly cool — or perhaps disturbingly breezy. Working out your wardrobe can be complicated amidst the volatility of the weather that can’t quite make up its mind. Our advice? Layers, flexible fabrics, and a mix-and-match of pieces that can be alternatively cozy and cool.
The best way to style an outfit during this time is to play on fall while keeping the pieces on the lighter side. This could mean adding fall colors and styles to your wardrobe, but pairing those pieces with shorts or other summer staples to keep you cool.
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Here's our guide with our favorite shoes, tops, bottoms, and jackets to enjoy the end of your summer wardrobe while preparing for autumn breezes.

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The Best Shoes to wear In Between Seasons

Shoes are the easiest piece to shop for and to have during a transition period. Shoes tend to be good year-round, so they are easy to style with an array of options. If ballet flats were your shoe of the summer, you'll be happy to know you can still wear them in the fall and all through the changing of the seasons.

Wearing boots with shorts and skirts may have been the biggest trend this summer. We are pleased to inform you that this trend isn't going anywhere and will probably even be amplified as the temperatures continue to cool down. Wearing shoes that fit within the fall color or pattern pallets will help you remain cool for the summer, but will also have you on trend going into fall. Here are some of our favorite shoes to wear during this time.

Our favorite Tops for the Transition to Fall

Depending on how warm it is where you are, tops may not be as versatile as shoes. We've put together a variety of tops that will have you looking your best during the transition from summer to fall. If it is still hot, we recommend wearing a cute tee or tank that fits within the styles for both seasons. This could be a simple blouse or a playful tank; whichever you choose will have you looking summery but also as if you're anticipating the leaves to change.

If it's chilly where you are or the nights are breezy, you can never go wrong with a basic cable knit sweater or cardigan. Both of these pieces are staples and can be easily thrown over your shoulders to elevate your outfit. Then, when the sun sets, you can put them on and still look stylish while being warm.

Bottoms You Need While the Seasons are Changing

Bottoms are one of the most fun pieces to play around with during the transition between summer and fall. Anything goes, so experimenting with your style through bottoms is the best way to do so. We find that plaid or leather shorts are great during this transition period because they hold true to fall styles while still being applicable in the summer.
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Playing around with fun patterned pants and skirts is also a great way to get into the fall spirit while not looking out of place in the summer. A staple pair of jeans is the best piece to wear because they can be dressed up or down and can be paired with any top.

Jackets We Love for Summer-to-Fall

Last but not least, jackets are one of the best pieces to have for the end of summer and the beginning of fall. The temperature is usually at that perfect spot where you can throw on a lightweight jacket without dripping in sweat.
Bomber jackets, barn jackets and cropped trenches are some of our favorite staple jackets to have for cool days or nights. Jackets pair well with a variety of outfits and are a painless way to elevate them.
One trend that is coming back for the fall is ponchos. We believe that ponchos are a fantastic piece to have for the fall to summer transition because they are breathable, making it very practical for the awkward temperature. Here are some of our favorite jackets and ponchos that we think you'll love for the end of summer.