With fall knocking on summer’s door, it is time to start planning for the transition of the seasons. Fall brings many great things that people look forward to each and every year - cooler weather, football season, pumpkin-spiced everything, and holidays, among other seasonal delicacies. But with the season change comes the inevitable evolution of your wardrobe as well. Instead of reaching for tank tops, shorts, and sandals, you find yourself seeking warmth and comfort with sweaters, boots, shine leggings, and scarves instead. While you may not be completely prepared for the change of season, it is happening quickly! Instead of avoiding it, take some time this year to prepare your wardrobe to ensure you will be looking your best just in time for the changing of the leaves with these four outfit ideas. 

1. Leggings for Every Season

Shine leggings are an absolute must-have for almost every season. They are not only highly transitional, but they are comfortable to boot. Shine leggings are a great option to wear on their own with a tunic-style top, to the gym, under a dress, or to just lounge around the house. Plus, they come in an infinite number of colors and styles, so they perfectly match almost any outfit you put together. You can go all out with glitz and glam by choosing a zebra glitter legging or keep it basic with a solid color. No matter what style you choose, the best thing about leggings is that they will keep you warm, comfortable, and stylish, which is everything we are looking for this fall. 

2. Dress to Impress

Regardless of where you are, fall can be a somewhat confusing time when deciding the best way to dress each day. In the mornings, you wake up to a crisp, cool, refreshing breeze with dew on everything outside. Yet, the cool, crisp breeze will have turned into a warmer, more humid feel by the afternoon. This is just one reason we absolutely love dresses for fall. Whether it is a dress you bring from the summer season or a new purchase, styling opportunities are endless. For those crisp fall mornings, pair your dress with a pair of shine leggings and a light jacket or sweater for a little extra warmth. Wearing a jacket allows you to remove the coat in the afternoon when it begins to feel a bit on the warm side.

Meanwhile, if you work in an office or are out and about and get chilly, just pop the jacket back on. Don’t want to lug around a coat or sweater with you all day? Try tying it around the waist of the dress or around your shoulders to keep it out of the way while still keeping it close by. Pair with a pair of boots, fun flats, or loafers, and you will be good to go from sun up to sundown. 

3. These Boots Are Made for Walking

Boots are nothing new for fall, but stocking up on neutral colors now will save you stress in the long run. Boots are a fantastic option for almost any outfit - formal or not. They also come in numerous styles and colors, from over-the-knee to ankle booties. Stocking up on black, cognac, tan, and brown boots will provide you with endless outfit options. Boots can be worn with dress pants, jeans, shine leggings, dresses, and more. Just make sure that they are comfortable for all-day wear. Regardless of the fabric your boots are made of, it is highly encouraged to spray your boots with some type of protective, waterproofing spray. This will keep your boots in pristine condition regardless of whether you’re dealing with rain, sleet, or snow. Just spray a few coats, covering the entire boot one to two times, and allow them to dry for 24 hours. After this drying period, they’ll be good to go whenever you want them! 

4. Don’t Forget to Accessorize 

When layering on your outfit each morning, it is essential to remember to accessorize. This means more than just a necklace and earrings to compliment your wardrobe for fall. Fall is the perfect time to pull out your scarves, hats, and gloves that have been put away since last year. These great layering pieces allow you to dress warmly in preparation for the cooler autumn mornings, then remove the layers in the afternoon, if needed. Scarves are a simple way to add a pop of color or fun pattern to your overall look. Scarves can be as thick or thin as you need them to be, based on where you live, and can be worn in many different ways.

Whether you love it or hate it, pumpkin spice season will be here soon. This year, plan ahead and look your best regardless of the occasion. Fall is a fun time to mix and match your transitional pieces while bringing in some of your old favorites from other seasons. What is most important is that you feel confident, happy, and warm despite what you're wearing.