GirlsGuideTo | August Must-Buys: 6 Transitional Pieces to Take You Into Fall

The beginning of August marks a transitional period. Even if you’re not returning to school, there is something refreshing about autumn being just around the corner. Fashion magazines send out their huge September issues and all we can think about is fall fashion. However, in August, we’re still in the dog days of summer. As you prepare for cooler days, make sure you’re purchasing pieces you can wear now and wear later, too.

Leather Jacket
Wear it now layered over a floral sundress when the temperatures drop at night for a tough, feminine look. Wear it later with everything from dark skinny jeans to your going out looks. A (faux) leather jacket is a wardrobe staple that you’ll be able to wear with everything, so don’t be afraid to invest a little extra in this item.

Cap-Toe Flats
Cap-toe flats are dressier than your usual pair, but just as comfortable. Wear them now when strolling through the park and summer festivals. Wear them later as a pop of color with your office ensembles. Find a pair with a neutral base similar to your skin tone to elongate your legs even without a heel.

Cross-Body Bag
A cross-body bag will be your friend all summer long when you’re spending entire days at music festivals or the beach. The hands-free bag is great when you don’t have pockets and a clutch would just be too high maintenance. This casual piece can be worn later when you’re hitting the pumpkin patch or even football games. { Product Info: Orange, Tan, Cream }

High-Low Hem Skirt or Dress
Another popular trend is the high-low hem. It’s found in skirt, dresses, as well as tops. Wearing this trend on top can be tricky and unflattering, but anyone can pull off a high-low hem skirt or dress. Pick a fun skirt now that you can wear to show off your tan legs and strappy sandals. Wear this look later with black opaque tights and heels or boots.

Ankle Boots
I really don’t know what I would do without myankle boots. They are definitely a year-round wardrobe piece. Pair them with all of your feminine summer dresses for an edgy touch now, and wear them later as a staple item that can go with everything.

Flannel Shirt
You can't have fall without flannel. Wear the flannel shirt now, just like a light jacket when the nights cool off. Take your revealing, strappy dresses and make them more demure by topping them off with a tied-up flannel shirt. Wear this look later as part of your casual uniform for classes and running errands. {Product Info: Green, Cream }

What are the favorite transitional pieces in your wardrobe? Let us know what you’ll be wearing this fall in the comments below!