These days, it seems that everyone is on a budget! Even Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, has been known to repeat a few outfits. Instead of spending less and getting more, spend more on higher quality items that will last longer, and learn how to make them function for more than one season at a time! Even if your not on a budget, dressing for fall in Raleigh can be complicated. The mornings are chilly, but at the height of the day temperatures can still reach the 80s. Don't suffer through the crazy weather, dress stylishly in layers to work with the weather!
Maxi skirts have been a trend for many summers now, but they are now making appearances in the fall too.
For the summer maxi skirts are great with tank tops, but when you want to carry them into fall, the best way to make your maxi skirt work is to throw on a denim or chambray shirt. Skip the flip flops and instead put on a pair of ankle booties. If you're really brave, you can wear your maxi skirt in winter with a chunky sweater and scarf.
Loft Skirt size small - $19
Guess tank size small - $12
Ralph Lauren denim shirt - $18
When you're looking for clothing that can be multi-seasonal, one thing to keep in mind is fabric. Traditionally floral prints are seen as spring items, but if their done in the right fabric, they easily transition to fall.
Express top size Medium - $12
Elevenses Skirt size 8 - $24
Vintage Necklace - $10
Because this floral print is done with darker color flowers, and in a corduroy type fabric, it makes it a great option for fall. Even when the weather gets colder, this skirt can be worn a dark green top, brown tights, and tall brown or cognac boots. We also have a pair of dark green suede boots that would be a fun pairing for this outfit.
A really fun, and interesting way to double your wardrobe is to layer over dresses.
This dress is great for spring with the light fabric, and silhouette, but when you layer a sweater over it, it looks great for fall!
Be Bop Dress size Medium- $15
Loft Sweater size XS - $15
Napier Necklace - $10
Having the dress showing at the collar as well as the bottom makes the look more interesting than just wearing a sweater and a skirt. Again, putting on a pair of tights and oxford shoes makes the look even more interesting.
Of course, when trying to make your clothing stretch multiple seasons, there are easy things to do as well, and here at Our Friends' Closet we have that covered as well.
Fumblin' Foe Dress size Large - $18
Belt size Small - $10
Chevron scarf - $15
One of my favorite ways to warm up a spring outfit is to throw on a scarf. Instantly your outfit is more interesting, and you get the added benefit of warmth. At our store, we have multiple options to choose from such as this beautiful infinity scarf in multiple colors, as well as different patterns such as the trendy chevron pattern, or a classic houndstooth. We also have pashminas in every color to match any of your spring to fall outfits!
Of course the most simple, yet chic, way to make your spring wardrobe work for fall is to add a cardigan over your tanks. We have many cardigans in stock from a variety of brands.
Loft Cardigan size Medium - $14
NEW Christopher & Banks tank size small - $14
Purple Necklace - $12
Sterling bead necklace - $36
If you want to make this simple look more interesting, mix fun colors like pink and orange! Also mixing textures gives the outfit more depth.
The best part of fashion is to make it your own! If you don't feel confident in what you're wearing, you can't expect others to think you look good. Ignore the traditional rules of fashion and wear what makes you feel most beautiful!
* Due to the nature of consignment, the items mentioned in this post may no longer be available.
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