Fall Transitions

If you're like me, the beginning of fall brings a little apprehension. Those new sweaters are amazing, but it's hot as hell through about October here in the South. It's September, so white jeans with a flowy top and sandals don't really seem appropriate either. What's a girl to do? I like mixing and matching summer and fall clothes as much as possible. I came across this dress in an email blast this morning from Old Navy. This is the perfect transition dress for work. 

While it looks great with sandals, I think it would look perfect with some ankle booties, and maybe even a light scarf. The boxy shape gives way to the bigger silhouettes we tend to wear in the fall/winter. The color suggests fall leaves and Halloween. It's a polyester mix, so it's not too light but it's not heavy like wool either. This is definitely a piece that you could wear 7 days a week. Pair it with booties and simple jewelry for work, and then add some sandals and layered necklaces for a football party on Saturday. Also, it's completely affordable so buy both colors! When it starts getting cooler, add tights or knee high boots to continue wearing into the winter. What do you think? Do you have any favorite transition pieces?