Sweater dresses are a great summer-to-fall wardrobe staple that you’ll get many miles out of. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up five special picks that we think are perfect for the upcoming fall season. Break out the booties and the tights, because autumn will be here before you know it!

1. Hot Little Hybrid

Sweater dresses are getting a makeover this year, in that they’re not just your typical, fitted neck-to-hem knit. More recently, this dress style is seeing the inclusion of shirting, creating the welcome illusion of layering without the need to find a knee-length button down. This particular dress, for instance, shows a bit more of the shirting than some, but the hybrid style is a nice departure from the usual sweater dress selection. This is long enough to be worn alone with over-the-knee boots, but would also look great with skinny jeans and ankle booties. Priced at $148.

2. Stripe Midi Dress

In some parts of the country, the weather is still warm, so choosing a sleeveless sweater dress is a great way to get more mileage out of your purchase. You can easily wear this piece now, with heels, sandals, or sneakers, and then layer it up when the weather turns cool. We’d love to see this with ankle booties and a faux leather jacket during fall months. Or, go the casual sneaker route and pair it with a hooded sweatshirt, creating an outfit perfect for a day by the ocean or on the boat. Priced at $111.

3. Floral Mini Knit

Sweet and sexy, this mini sweater dress had a beautiful, feminine floral print that just pops against the black background. Another awesome summer-to-fall frock, feel free to layer this according to the weather. Great now with heels or sandals and basic accessories, like a clutch and earrings, you’ll be ready for date night in a snap. Other styling options include knee-high or over-the-knee boots and a tailored blazer. To lend this look a bit of edge, try a chic pair of stiletto ankle boots and a faux leather jacket. Priced at $78.99.

4. Vertical Visionary

Definitely one for the cooler months, (but who can wait that long, am I right?) you’ll want to jump on this chunky knit before it’s sold out. Striking, modern, and a little artsy, this dress is perfect for when you feel like standing out in a crowd. The length is sexy, especially if you decide to leave your legs bare in early fall, but would look just as sexy with a pair of tights and over-the-knee boots come winter weather. The saffron stripe does well at drawing attention to the face. Coupled with the up swept hairstyle, and mock neck, all eyes will be on your beautiful smile. Priced at $148.

5. Cut It Out Dress

The perfect casual sweater dress, this look combines style and comfort. The sleeve cut-outs are super cool and add just the right amount of detail to this hooded piece. Great for laid-back outings, like thrifting, studying, a quick lunch, or chilling with friends at the coffee shop, you’ll reach for this dress again and again. We’d love to see it paired with sneakers, a backpack or cross-body bag, and a pioneer hat. Priced at $49.

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Fall fashion doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to all of your favorite summer clothes, because we’re showing you ways to get the most out of your summer wardrobe.

The end of summer is near, which means transition season is upon us. What’s great about these in-between periods, though, is that they offer plenty of opportunities for creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, and the chance to take inventory of your closet. Fall fashion, for example, doesn’t necessarily mean you have to stow away all of your summer duds. In fact, there are plenty of pieces you can continue to wear, even when summer has become an afterthought. From jumpsuits to track pants, we hope you’ll be inspired by our summer-to-fall picks.

1. Simple Black Jumpsuit

Like a modern little black dress, but quite possibly even more versatile, a simple black jumpsuit is a perfect summer-to-fall transition piece. Wear it now, as-is, with heels or sandals and seasonal accessories. Then, when the weather turns chilly, layer your jumpsuit with a blazer, moto jacket, denim jacket, or belted cardigan. Great for a night out or for the office, bring out your booties and fall accessories to complete the look. Priced at $49.

2. Great Layering Top

A great layering top is a must-have piece to round out your fall fashion wardrobe. This particular top is great because it’s lightweight enough for summer, yet able to be worn with lots of layers. For summer, pair it with a bralette or thin cami if you’re concerned about transparency, then wear it with your favorite skinny jeans. For fall, throw on a blazer and wear it to work with trousers and loafers. Denim jackets, long sleeve flannel tops, fitted sweaters, and cardigans would all layer nicely with this top. Priced at $68.

3. Solid Black Shorts

Believe it or not, a pair of tailored black shorts is a great fall fashion piece that will carry you seamlessly from the summer season. Great worn alone during the warm months with your favorite blouses and sandals, shorts are an obvious choice. When it comes to fall, however, black shorts still look great, but this time we recommend pairing them with black tights and ankle boots. You can get away with wearing a variety of tops, from sweaters to button downs, and easily layering other items, like scarves and blazers. Priced at $24.95.

4. Versatile Mini Dress

Even though summer is coming to an end, don’t pack those dresses away just yet. Still great for the fall season, dresses are really quite versatile. This particular piece can be worn with short sleeves and sandals until the weather cools off. When crisp air emerges, long sleeves are an obvious choice, as are a great pair of tights and close-toed Mary Jane shoes. Also consider thigh-high boots, knee-high boots, or ankle boots, and switch up the type of socks you wear; knee or thigh-high would all look great with this dress. Priced at $68.

5. Sleek Track Pants

Sporting track pants is a hot trend that’s really quite chic and classy. A pair of tapered leg pants like these add a modern and sleek touch and work well in all seasons. For summer, try these with sneakers or heels and a tank or graphic tee. For fall, try them with a sweater layered over a crisp button down and close-toed heels or loafers. Accessorize with a cross-body handbag and a pair of simple hoop earrings. Priced at $70.

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If you’re looking for a handful of fun and functional fashion tips for a summer-to-fall wardrobe transition, then you’ve come to the right place!

Before you can even think about saying, “pumpkin spice latte,” fall will be here. If you’re anything like me, you’ll already be daydreaming about carving pumpkins, snuggling up with a mug of hot chocolate, and eagerly awaiting the upcoming holiday festivities. But the weather, well that’s another story.

Sometimes it takes a bit longer (think eons in Florida) for the temperature to catch up to your mind’s mood. And while that can definitely put a damper on things, there’s that sort of sweet spot where summer and fall fashion collide. This is the area that I’ll be focusing on today. Below you’ll find several tips on how you can seamlessly transition your current wardrobe into autumn, often keeping much of what you already have in the rotation.

1. Blaze-r of Glory

If you liked it then you shoulda put a blazer on it…is definitely my mantra for transitional fashion. In fact, a blazer is a must-have piece for summer-to-fall style, and you probably already own a couple. Throw this baby over pieces that you’re not quite ready to retire, like the sundresses, tanks, and even shorts outfits that you’ve been sporting all summer. It’s also totally okay, and even encouraged, to pair a blazer with shoes that don’t always have a formal feel to them, such as wedges or gladiators worn with a lightweight shift dress.

2. Tights Tights, Baby

Tights, thigh-highs, and knee-high socks are like transitional wardrobe magicians, and you most likely already own a pair or two. What’s great is that you can give nearly every look that autumn feel, regardless of its intended season. I especially love the way thigh-highs look with a mini dress or skater skirt and a slouchy cable knit sweater. Plus, you can’t beat the extra wear you get out of the basics, like shorts, pencil skirts, and rompers, when you pair them with tights. Just be sure to wear closed toe shoes, lest you want to show your seams, which in my book is a definite no-no.

3. Jewel Toned Colors

Try and phase out many of the lighter and brighter colors typically seen during summer in favor of darker, neutral, or jewel toned hues. And if you have any of the most popular colors hanging in your closet, then definitely pull them out! Shades of blue, shark skin gray, spicy yellow, fiesta red, terracotta, and other similar hues are all on trend. One way to incorporate this idea is to skip the head to toe white, and team that ivory blouse with a pair of camel colored pants and black heels instead.

4. Sophisticated Shorts

Do not, I repeat, do not put your tailored shorts away just yet! Some might argue that any old cutoffs would do, and while that may be true in some cases, there’s just something so chic and sexy about a pair of cuffed black shorts over black tights with a dressy blouse and heels. It’s like instant glamour. And don’t feel restricted to black on black – a variety of color combos would work here, warm hues especially. Plus, outfits like this, topped with a cozy scarf and sweater, are perfect for the holidays. Another option for shorts is to go bare-legged under a long trench with booties, because that high-low layering effect is also very chic.

5. Vests are Best

The vest is definitely a piece worthy of summer-to-fall style. And whether you prefer yours to be cropped, leather, cargo, denim, or some other variety, the versatility and easiness doesn’t get much better. Perfect for adding a little something extra during the summer without overheating, while also providing an additional layer and lots of interest in the fall, vests are absolutely worth the investment. An especially popular look, and one that I’m totally crushing on, is a long, belted cargo vest, layered over a skirt. Pair this look with strappy sandals and a tank for summer, and with thigh-high boots and a long sleeve top for autumn.

I really hope you’ve enjoyed these fashion tips for an easy summer-to-fall transition. With a little help and a little imagination, you can feel confident in whatever you wear this season. Do you have any tips to share? Sound off on the EcoSalon Facebook page!

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