Are you ready for fall and all the trending fall clothes that come with it?

Not quite sure how to transition your summer wardrobe into fall?

Here are 6 helpful tips to prepare your wardrobe for the much-anticipated season ahead!

Who’s with me when I say that by now most of us are pretty sick and tired of the endless heat waves that come with summer?

By now it goes without saying that we are all ready for the cooler days of fall and all the amazing transitional fashion options that come with it!

When I think of fall clothes I think of leather, suede, plaid prints, and cozy knits.

So let’s dive into all the ways you can start preparing for the cooler days ahead with these 6 simple and easy tips that will transition your wardrobe into the next season!

Fall Clothes: How to take your wardrobe from summer to fall

1. Change your wardrobe color palette

NA-KD Knit Sweater ($39.95)

Let’s start with the color palette switch.

In summer we usually veer to lighter and brighter shades like pastels and bright pops of color.

And with fall so close it’s time to start switching gears think of incorporating more earthy and warmer tones like browns, khakis, and creams.

These warmer shades will also mix well with all those cooler darker shades of gray, navy, and black in the fall.

You can easily start to incorporate your fall clothes with existing summer basics by pulling out things like duster cardigans and coats for easy layering with those tanks, tees, and dresses.

Basic tops will style seamlessly with tan and brown layers like blazers and cardigans.

And if you are really ready to dive deep into fall you can take it a step further and start investing in thin lightweight mock neck tops in warmer colors.

Try the look:

Brown Oversized Knitted Coat | Mango

Dark Beige Basic Blazer | NA-KD

Soft Luxe Turtleneck Shirt | Banana Republic Factory

2. Change fabrics

SEZANE Wool Sweater ($160)

That’s right, it’s time to ditch all those cute linen pieces you picked up this summer and start swapping them out for all the cozier fabric options like knitwear, wool, and corduroy.

For fall think of thinner pullover sweaters and chunkier top layers that a simple cardigan or blazer can provide.

Basics such as short-sleeved sweaters are perfect for fall because it’s a sweater, yes, but the short-sleeved side is what makes it the perfect summer-to-fall transitional piece to add to your capsule.

This is also where all your go-to denim jeans and jackets will come into play because they too will style easily into the fall season.

Try the look:

Short Sleeve Wool Sweater | Mango

Structured Collar Sweater | NA-KD

Luster Pullover Sweater | Banana Republic Factory

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3. Bring out the leather

ZARA Faux Leather Pants ($49.90) 

Time to dust off all those amazing leather pieces you own and start thinking of all the awesome ways to style them this year.

Bringing out all your leather clothes is usually a pretty clear sign that summer is over!

Leather jackets, trousers,  and leggings should most definitely be on your list for transitional season styling this time of year.

Now’s the perfect time to start styling a brown leather blazer with any white top or graphic t-shirt.

Add a classic pair of denim jeans and some white sneakers or even booties for an effortless outfit in this transitional season.

Try the look:

Midi Faux Leather Skirt | Mango

Bomber Jacket | NA-KD

Vegan Leather Sleeveless Coat | Banana Republic Factory

4. Time for all the layers

ASTR The Label Plaid Oversized Blazer ($168)

One of my absolute favorite things about fall is all the layering options that come with it!

Give me all the chunky cozy cardigans and easy go-to chic blazers that instantly make an outfit stand out!

It doesn’t hurt that these layers can and will take any outfit to the next level!

Last year’s popular bomber jacket trend is back this year and makes the perfect transitional layer to start styling now and will easily take you into the fall.

So go on and start adding all those cute blazers, cardigans, dusters, pullovers, coats, and plaids to your wardrobe rotation.

I promise your outfits will scream cute and effortless early fall style!

Try the look:

Cross Button Blazer | Mango

Oversized Fluffy Blazer | NA-KD

Double Breasted Chunky Cardigan | Banana Republic Factory

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5: Swap for seasonal shoes

SEZANE Adele Boots ($350) 

And of course, it’s not just about all the cute fall clothes.

Because as well all know, fall clothes = fall shoes.

It’s finally that time of year again when boots are considered acceptable footwear.

Soon it will be time to start putting away all the cute sandals you bought this year.

This will obviously depend on where you live but don’t worry because there are still ways for styling some of those sandals into fall.

A great way to transition your footwear is to consider opting for a lighter-tone boot to ease into the season, like white, ivory, and tan boots.

Or you could start incorporating suedes into your wardrobe just the same.

Suede boots are classic, timeless, and chic all in one and will be a very popular trend in footwear this year.

Try the look:

Heel Suede Ankle Boot | Mango

Suede Knee-High Boots | NA-KD

Vegan Leather Slouchy Boot | Banana Republic Factory

6. Think seasonal accessories

STAUD Shoulder Bag ($350)

And last but not least on the list is transitional accessories!

Most importantly handbags!

Go ahead and start putting away those cute straw bags and begin swapping them out for all those warmer shades we mentioned earlier.

Here’s where you can opt for a taupe, ivory, gray, or tan color bag to ease into the fall.

Or like the boots, you can start thinking of all things suede in your accessories as well.

Remember that suede will be a hot trend so go ahead and get ahead of the game by investing in a nice suede handbag.

Try the look:

Double Handle Handbag | Mango

Faux Suede Crossbody Bag | NA-KD

Vegan Suede Slouch Tote | Banana Republic Factory

[RELATED POST: FALL & WINTER CAPSULE WARDROBE | 7 OF THIS SEASON’S ON-TREND BOOTS TO ADD TO YOUR CAPSULE THAT WILL MOST DEFINITELY STEP UP YOUR STYLE]

To Wrap Things Up:

Taking out all your fall clothes this time of year should be fun and exciting!

This transitional season between summer and fall is the perfect time to start mixing summer and fall basics to prepare our wardrobes for the cooler season ahead.

So make sure you’re ready because fall will be in full effect before you know it.

Until then make sure to enjoy the season and have tons of fun creating outfits that are sure to bring many compliments your way this fall!

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