Yes, It’s Time to Start Shopping for Fall! 7 Transitional Outfit Formulas to Try

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As fall’s much-anticipated arrival inches closer, there’s no time like the present to start transitioning your closet for the in-between weather—those weeks when the heat one day feels like July and the next there’s a cool breeze in the air that hints at October. Fortunately, new-season collections have just landed, and the virtual aisles are already stacked with the It items you’ll soon be seeing everywhere.

Vogue’s Transitional Wardrobe Wish List

The Flip-Flop
The Row Dune flatform sandals
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The Barn Jacket
The Basket Tote
Dragon Diffusion bamboo Triple Jump tote
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When dressing for transitional weather—a notoriously tricky feat—building on a foundation of wardrobe essentials is key so each piece can stand alone or be layered together with ease. Think lightweight outerwear, comfy knits, crisp button-ups, all-in-one dresses, and more. Below, seven transitional outfits to help you navigate the new season with stylish ease.

Tailoring + Flops

Flip-flops and a jacket only overlap for a brief window—seize the moment while you can. Clean tailoring and unfussy accessories make the perfect companions.

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Toteme

organic cotton trench coat

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Favorite Daughter

The Ex-Boyfriend stripe shirt

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Leset

Lauren wide leg pants

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The Row

Dune flatform sandals

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Jacques Marie Mage

Vito square-frame sunglasses

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Sophie Buhai

gold vermeil hoop earrings

Mules and Baskets With Wardrobe Classics

Classics only. Pair a simple tee and jeans with The Row’s bright white canvas coat, suede mule loafers, and a structured leather basket bag.

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The Row

Elodianna cotton-canvas jacket

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Frame

The Rib baby tee

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Agolde

Lana mid rise straight jeans

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Gucci

Gigi loafers

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Jennifer Fisher

Samira micro huggies

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Dragon Diffusion

bamboo Triple Jump tote

Barn Jacket + White Skirt

A barn jacket and a floaty white skirt have rightfully earned their place in our transitional weather arsenal. It’s an easy, timeless pairing that always works.

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Alex Mill

365 ribbed tank

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Massimo Dutti

cotton blend midi skirt

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Toteme

leather sandals

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Lié Studio

The Flora necklace

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Tory Burch

Romy hobo bag

Crochet Flats + Light Jackets

A lightweight jacket and crochet flats make for another effortless pairing in that tricky in-between season.

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Acne Studios

cotton-dupioni jacket

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Éterne

long sleeve fitted top

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Almina Concept

back slit midi skirt

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Massimo Dutti

tie scarf

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Le Monde Beryl

Regency ballet flats

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Agmes

Claire onyx ring

Button-Ups + Lace Shorts

Show off your styling chops by pairing Loewe’s cropped hooded jacket with satin shorts and silver ballerinas—it’s a textural feast for the eyes.

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Loewe

hooded embroidered jacket

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J.Crew

Étienne oversized shirt

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Repetto

Lilouh ballerina flats

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Balenciaga

Bel Air small clutch

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Valentino Garavani

polka dot silk scarf

Tanks + Bomber Jackets + Loafers

A tank and trousers get an instant upgrade with Prada’s little red bomber and high-shine leather accessories.

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Prada

canvas jacket

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Cos

ribbed tank top

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Aritzia

The Effortless pants

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Gohar World

Host necklace

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Proenza Schouler

leather boat shoes

Suede + Raffia

For more texture play, mix suede and raffia—an excellent duo that feels just right for this liminal state of dressing.

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Nour Hammour

Louise suede jacket

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Khaite

Bindi dress

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Ralph Lauren

The Pony suede ballerina sneakers

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Miu Miu

Miu Regard sunglasses

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