Summer Dress with a Fall Vest

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Posted on September 19, 2016 in Outfits

Fall Transition Style / Army Vest & Chevron Dress

Socialite tie front shift dress (only $46 – only a few sizes left!) / Army green vest / Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’ sunglasses / BaubleBar ‘Chevy’ collar necklace (c/o) / GiGi New York ‘Madison’ crossbody bag (c/o) / Gorjana ‘Carine’ mixed metals bracelet (c/o) / BP ‘Trolley’ ankle bootie / NARS matte lip pencil in ‘Cruella’

Every week feels a little more like fall, but we’re not quite there yet. I’m certainly not complaining though, because I’m not quite ready to put my summer dresses away just yet.

Fall Transition Style / Army Vest & Chevron Dress

You know I’m all about keeping summer alive for as long as possible, so I’m adding a little longevity to my dresses with a few minor adjustments. First: the color palette is key. As much as I love my brights and neons, I came to terms with retiring them for the season. Instead, I’m holding onto dresses that are either neutral or have hints of darker colors in them. I love this dress because even though it’s a bold, summery print, the colors are a bit darker. I’ve also swapped out my bright pink lipstick for something a little moodier and more matte (this crimson-colored lip pencil was my go-to color last fall).

Fall Transition Style / Army Vest & Chevron Dress

Next: the layers. I already talked about how an army green utility vest is the perfect transition piece for fall. You can throw it on pretty much anything – a printed dress or t-shirt and jeans – and you’ve got instant autumn vibes. Finally, it’s all about the accessories. I broke out my ankle booties for the first time this season and took my new navy crossbody bag out for a spin. Voilà! Consider this your fail-poof formula for wearing your summer dresses long into fall.

Fall Transition Style / Army Vest & Chevron Dress