So we’ve all done it. We’ve been eyeing all the pretty new clothes for fall. But then we inevitably realize that our pocketbooks can’t really afford to buy one of everything from the Fall 2011 line for J. Crew.
That’s where I come in to help. I’m here to remind us all (yes, even myself), how to make outfits out of what we already own to transition pieces from season to season. Since fall is right around the corner, I thought I’d show a little example of how to make the top below work both now {summer} and later {fall}.
This top is a perfect transitional piece for many reasons. First of all, it’s lightweight so it will work for summer by itself, and with layers in a couple weeks. Also, it has buttoned sleeves so they can easily be rolled up now, and down later. Let’s take a look at two ways to style this blouse {now & later}.
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See? Pretty easy, huh?! It just takes a little creativity and we can easily transition most of the pieces in our wardrobes from summer to fall. Roll the sleeves up on this blouse and pair it with classic white shorts, sandals, and cross-body satchel and you can rock it now. But then roll those sleeves down, pull out a lightweight scarf, skinny jeans, leather boots and a coordinating handbag, and you get a fall look in no time.
So this is your voice of reason (and your pocketbook) reminding you to make do with what you have and watch your budget as we transition into this new season! Buy a few pieces, sure, but see how creative you can get with using what you already have from seasons past to make due while you save for Christmas presents.
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