Finally! It’s fall! With a forecast of mid-80s all week… I’m ready to drag out sweaters, coats, boots, and embrace the heavy layering trend but even with a cool front to bring the temperatures down from surface-of-the-sun levels, it’s hard to think about fall style. What’s a girl to do? Here are some tips for fall dressing when the temperatures aren’t falling.

Dressing for Fall When the Temperatures Aren't

Balance Darks with Lights

When it’s warm it’s hard to think about wearing heavy, dark colors.  Let’s face it, even with a cooler breeze, dark colors soak up the heat! Balance on trend fall tones like ruby, emerald, plum, burgundy, and navy with distressed denim, creams, and light greys to keep your look on trend and cool. Keep an eye out for pieces like this one that do the pairing work for you!

Opt for Summer Weight Fall Styles

Take advantage of sheer, tissue weight tees and turtlenecks, and shorter skirts to help you keep your cool. Find a great on trend plaid shirt in sheer to keep you cool while strutting your stuff.

Wear a Little Boot

Hold off on busting out the over-the-knee and riding boots until we are well into cooler temperatures.  For now, embrace the ankle boots, shootie, peep-toe bootie, and whatever else you want to call them. The little boots.

Cool Boots for Hot Temps

1 – Nine West Emory Booties (on sale), 2 – Halogen Riley Open Toe Bootie, 3 – Toms Suede Lace Up Bootie, 4 – Dolce Vita Yasmina, 5 – Bella Vita Nouveau Peep Toe

Rock Fall in the Details

When all else fails, use your accessories to mimic fall without fully committing. Opt for  darker lip color, a fabulous graphic print or deep floral scarf, or traditional fall color clutch and shoes to bring bring in fall without breaking a sweat.

What are  your transitional dressing tips?