Every season brings with it new trends, colors, and styles. But the changes don’t stop there. From year to year, what looks are ‘in’ and ‘out’ vary. It can be hard to keep up with the constant changes of the fashion industry. Luckily, while the landscape of fashion morphs and shifts there are some items that will always be ‘in.’ Stocking your closet with these five transitional wardrobe essentials will help get you through the seasons with more style and less stress.
The Long-Sleeve Tee
Whether dressing for a casual fall night out or a summer evening beach party, this fashion staple will have you looking sharp and smart for most brisk occasions. Thin vertical stripes and baseball-style sleeves have always been top trends for long-sleeve t-shirts. Bold-colored breast pockets have been trending recently for long-sleeve tee, too. Whether you keep a few varieties in your closet or invest in one “go-to,” the long-sleeve tee will keep you looking smart as summer fades to fall.
Whether dressing for a casual fall night out or a summer evening beach party, this fashion staple will have you looking sharp and smart for most brisk occasions. Thin vertical stripes and baseball-style sleeves have always been top trends for long-sleeve t-shirts. Bold-colored breast pockets have been trending recently for long-sleeve tee, too. Whether you keep a few varieties in your closet or invest in one “go-to,” the long-sleeve tee will keep you looking smart as summer fades to fall.
The Cozy Cardigan
It’s always great to have a stylish sweater to throw on when it gets a bit chilly. The cardigan is a classy, simple layer for almost any day of the year. If you’re shopping for a casual cardigan for the everyday, cotton or and cable-knits are great options that fit well with most outfits. For more formal outings, cashmere will keep you comfortable and chic. Cardigans can get snagged on and collect dust easily, so upkeep is key to keeping one sharp and fresh for those transitional months.
It’s always great to have a stylish sweater to throw on when it gets a bit chilly. The cardigan is a classy, simple layer for almost any day of the year. If you’re shopping for a casual cardigan for the everyday, cotton or and cable-knits are great options that fit well with most outfits. For more formal outings, cashmere will keep you comfortable and chic. Cardigans can get snagged on and collect dust easily, so upkeep is key to keeping one sharp and fresh for those transitional months.
Pointed-Toe Flats
Classic and functional – these flats will keep your toes warm in early autumn while still letting your feet breathe as the grass turns green before sandal season. Pointed-toe flats are perfect for an evening out or a day at work. Pointed-toe flats add a splash of style to any situation that has a hint of formality to it, like work holiday parties, birthday events, and Sunday brunch. An extension to this practical footwear is the pointed-toe bootie, which can sustain more wear-and-tear. A nice black or blue pointed flat will compliment most outfits and for a bolder outfit, try a medium ruby red or creamy white.
Classic and functional – these flats will keep your toes warm in early autumn while still letting your feet breathe as the grass turns green before sandal season. Pointed-toe flats are perfect for an evening out or a day at work. Pointed-toe flats add a splash of style to any situation that has a hint of formality to it, like work holiday parties, birthday events, and Sunday brunch. An extension to this practical footwear is the pointed-toe bootie, which can sustain more wear-and-tear. A nice black or blue pointed flat will compliment most outfits and for a bolder outfit, try a medium ruby red or creamy white.
Chambray Shirt
Denim not only makes a great transitional piece between seasons but the right piece can easily cross from casual to semi-formal depending your choice of shoes and additional clothing. Chambray comes in many styles, some tailored specifically to summer, but a nice long-sleeve chambray shirt is the best choice for a transitional wardrobe. Roll up the sleeves for summer, or if you anticipate a warm day, wear a lighter shirt and use the chambray as an extra layer for a windy day.
Denim not only makes a great transitional piece between seasons but the right piece can easily cross from casual to semi-formal depending your choice of shoes and additional clothing. Chambray comes in many styles, some tailored specifically to summer, but a nice long-sleeve chambray shirt is the best choice for a transitional wardrobe. Roll up the sleeves for summer, or if you anticipate a warm day, wear a lighter shirt and use the chambray as an extra layer for a windy day.
The Trench Coat
Less of a year-round piece and more catered to those weeks when the weather has no consistency, a short trench coat can serve you well come rain or shine. If you’re aiming to get one coat for all seasons, beige is a wise choice. If you are considering two coats, purchasing one light and one dark gives you a nice variety and more specificity to each outfit.
Less of a year-round piece and more catered to those weeks when the weather has no consistency, a short trench coat can serve you well come rain or shine. If you’re aiming to get one coat for all seasons, beige is a wise choice. If you are considering two coats, purchasing one light and one dark gives you a nice variety and more specificity to each outfit.
Don’t run yourself ragged keeping up with each season. Use these ideas to stock your wardrobe with efficiency and style for whatever season is on the horizon.
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