It's time to put an end to seasonal madness! Why should your clothes get half the year off when you don't?! Unless a piece serves a very specific weather-related purpose- like a swimsuit or a parka, for example, one-season wonders no longer cut it. Versatility equals value, so while transitional items may cost a bit more, they also work extra hard. To illustrate the point, I have styled five items into two head-to-toe outfits each- one you could put on right now, and one for the coming colder months- just so you can see for yourself. This post will prove that, with some creative layering, pieces you may have dismissed as too trendy or too summery can actually become your newest wardrobe staples.
The Wide Trouser
Consider these the ultimate twofer: billowy for the dog days of August, yet cast in a dark shade that's suitable for September.
Now
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| Mango |
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| Isabel Marant |
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| Tory Burch |
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| Asos.com |
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| Michael Kors |
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| Tory Burch |
Later
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| La Garçonne |
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| Isabel Marant |
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| Banana Republic |
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| Gucci |
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| Balenciaga |
The Full Skirt
Thanks to its longer midi length, this ladylike number has earned year-round status. All it takes? A simple change up top.
Now
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| Rebecca Taylor |
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| Tibi |
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| Alexis Bittar |
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| Michael Kors |
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| Dior |
Later
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| Tory Burch |
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| Topshop |
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| Tibi |
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| Saint Laurent |
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| Joie |
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| Irene Neuwirth |
The Snakeskin Tunic
Whether you sport it as a dress or a blouse, the effortless charm of boy-meets-girl shirting transcends temperatures.
Now
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| MSMG |
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| Bottega Veneta |
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| Hagit Gorali |
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| Guess |
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Diane von Furstenberg
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Later
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| MSMG |
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| Windsmoor |
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| Alexander Wang |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti |
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| Valentino |
The Crop Top
Yes, spring's biggest trend can be worn straight into the chillier months. Bonus? No fretting about showing too much skin.
Now
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| Valentino |
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| APiece Apart |
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| Fendi |
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| Lanvin |
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| Anne Klein |
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| Vince Camuto |
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| Betsey Johnson |
Later
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| Apiece Apart |
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| Preen |
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Adam Lippes
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| Michael Kors |
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| Christian Louboutin |
The Pastel Coat
This workhorse will not only steal the show this summer, but it will also sashay right into your fall wardrobe with a few simple layering tricks.
Now
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| Topshop |
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| Rebecca Taylor |
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| Michael Kors |
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| Joie |
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| Saint Laurent |
Later
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Saint Laurent
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| Topshop |
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| Max Mara |
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| Mulberry |
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| Gucci |
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| Tory Burch |
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