Transitioning between seasons can be tough on your closet, especially when the weather feels like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. We put together some outfit options featuring our favorite fall trends to ease you into autumn.

Weekend Wear
Layer a loose-knit sweater with a bomber jacket. Everyone looks cool in a bomber jacket. Rag & Bone bomber jacket ($650) at Ruth Shaw. Willow & Clay sweater ($84) at South Moon Under. AGOLDE Los Angeles high-rise skinny jeans ($158) at South Moon Under. Kate Spade Devoe Street Tinley bag, ($278) at Handbags in the City. Sam Edelman Leya leather slides ($100) at Sassanova.

SFW (Safe For Work)
Embroidery is huge this fall. We paired it with a textured bag and comfy flats. Tory Burch Sadie rug shoulder bag ($498) at Handbags in the City. Restricted Jazzie flat ($50) at Poppy & Stella. Tanya Taylor Caro embroidered dress ($550) at
Ruth Shaw.

Formal Affair
Midi-length dresses are great year-round. Add a fun accessory and you are ready for a night on the town. Azalea dress ($500) at Ruth Shaw. Patti black leather round-toe stilettos ($98) at Poppy & Stella. Milly Bite Me acrylic clutch multi OS ($295) at Sassanova.

Looking for a simple way to elevate your wardrobe? The tassel is this season’s go-to embellishment, effortlessly taking any outfit from bleak to chic. Long gone are the days of only seeing tassels on graduation caps or your grandmother’s curtains. This fun fashion add-on is hanging—literally—on everything from handbags and apparel to jewelry and footwear.

1. Mar Y Sol straw clutch ($25) at Sassanova. 2. J Princess clutch ($36) at Punch! 3. Kate Spade Orchard Street Penelope crossbody ($348) at Handbags in the City. 4. Moda Luxe fringe crossbody bag ($78) at Poppy & Stella. 5. America & Beyond beaded embroidered clutch ($84) at Katwalk. 6. Tory Burch canvas tote ($250) at Handbags in the City. 7. America & Beyond beaded clutch ($118) at Katwalk. 8. Kling Fruit wedge ($52.95) at Doubledutch Boutique. 9. Rebecca Minkoff Leo clutch ($95) at South Moon Under. 10. Kate Spade Wedding Belles Carlene clutch ($348) at Handbags in the City. 11. Kate Spade Cape Drive Harriet bag ($328) at Handbags in the City.

Splurge

Watch: A well-designed, quality timepiece is a lifetime accessory staple. Marc by Marc Jacobs rose gold and taupe watch ($195) at Handbags in the City.

Classic Heel: Day to night, or weekend to workday, a classic pump is always appropriate. Gianvito Rossi red pumps ($695) at Ruth Shaw.

Jumpsuit: Even though jumpsuits are on the trendier side of things, fit is everything. It’s okay to spend a little extra if it fits like a glove. Mo:Vint Palm Leaf jumpsuit ($112.95) at Doubledutch Boutique.

Jeans: Denim never goes out of style, especially a dark wash that you can pair with anything in your closet. Paige Jimmy “Jimmy” skinny boyfriend jean ($200) at Jean Pool.

Undergarments: Again fit is everything, and well fitting undergarments will help to guarantee everything else looks good while adding a boost of confidence. Mimi Holliday Bisou Bisou Sugar bra ($110) at Polina’s Privé.

Blazer: Perfect over dresses or paired with jeans for a polished look. Helmut Lang ivory oversized silk blazer ($795) at Ruth Shaw.

Save

Slip-Ons: Your everyday summertime shoes endure all the elements and are typically replaced seasonally. DV black and white Deidre slip-ons (19.99) at Target.

Statement Necklace: Save your money for a classic diamond or pearls. When it comes to bigger pieces grab a fun costume piece for cheap. Sticks N Stones necklace ($28) at Punch!.

Hat: Taking a shot at this trend? Opt for a less expensive option to test the waters. Who What Wear straw hat ($14.99) at Target.

Printed Pant: Prints tend to change seasonally. Save your pennies. BCBG Generation blue multi print pant ($78) at South Moon Under.

Denim Shirt: While denim is classic, there are so many less expensive options of this style that will serve you as well as the pricier options. Merona denim tunic ($27.99) at Target.

Crop Top: Definitely save on this piece. After all, it’s only half of a shirt. Sady & Lu red crop top ($29.50) at South Moon Under.

The Grandstand

When prepping your look for the grandstand, just remember two things: bright colors and big hats. You can’t go wrong with a fun floral print cocktail dress and a nice pair of nude heels. Keep in mind you’ll probably be doing a lot of walking so choose your most comfortable pair. A hat is not a must but it’s a great excuse to wear a not-so-common statement piece. Here’s what we picked:

Milly Chloe V-neck dress ($375) at Sassanova. C.C. Exclusives Spring Derby hat ($65) at Sassanova. Kendra Scott Harlow necklace ($195) at Punch. Michael Kors straw clutch ($195) at Handbags in the City. Loeffler Randall Piper Wheat wedges ($350) at Sassanova.

The Infield

Think cute and comfortable when it comes to dressing for the infield. Try to choose a flat shoes, or if you are leaning toward a heel, go with a wedge—the grass is not a great place for stilettos. Just because you’re not in the grandstand doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with your outfit. A patterned romper or sundress is perfect paired with a crossbody bag for this all-day event. Here is what we picked:

Abbeline patterned romper ($98) at South Moon Under. Spitfire Teddy Boy #2 sunglasses ($39) at Brightside. Street Level crossbody bag ($48) at Brightside. Leaf Scoop Pendant necklace ($16) at Punch. Converse low-tops ($55) at South Moon Under.

Summer’s bright and lively color palette is a thing of the past. Time to fill your wardrobe and home with the rich jewel tones of fall. Not only do these hues look good on everyone, they instantly add a feeling of warmth and luxury to an outfit (or room).

Splendid poppy sleeveless tank ($86) at Babe. (a Boutique).

Tory Burch yellow large tote ($450) at Handbags in the City.

Whoop painted beads necklace ($47) at Doubledutch Boutique.

Bernardo cobalt moon jelly flip-flop ($68) at The Girl Next Door.

Tory Burch blue mini bucket bag ($495) at Handbags in the City.

Yarnz leather lemon clutch ($190) at The Girl Next Door.

Splendid cobalt lounge shorts ($78) at Babe. (a Boutique).

Jeffrey Campbell red suede rodillo low wedge sandal ($144) at Poppy and Stella.

It’s that time of year when everything outside seems to be coming to life again. But what about your closet? Does it still have the winter blues? Easily brighten up your wardrobe by accessorizing with vibrant pops of color paired with textured materials. It’ll give your closet a fun and fresh feel.

1. Wood ring ($88) at Jones and Jones. 2. Charles by Charles David Abacus leather wedges ($150) at The Little Shoebox. 3. Shaw Lux Shaw-London scarf ($148) at Trillium. 4. Kate Spade metallic Markey sandals ($175) at The Little Shoebox. 5. Parcel and Journey beaded cuff bracelet ($70) at Jean Pool. 6. Prada sunglasses ($285) at Handbags in the City. 7. White cork wallet ($78) at The Little Shoebox. 8. Pink wooden block ring ($14) at Poppy and Stella. 9. Natural hat ($55) at Ruth Shaw. 10. Turquoise earrings ($145) at Jones and Jones. 11. Oriley beige and navy paisley perforated ankle booties ($210) at Poppy and Stella. 12. The Birds & the Beads multi-color beaded bracelets with skulls ($45) at Jean Pool.

Made in Italy, with a double-layer effect on the frames, these cat’s-eye sunglasses from the Color Block Collection by Fendi ($525) give the retro style a bit of a modern update while still providing total UV protection during those sunny summer days. 

Available at Handbags in the City, 840 Aliceanna St., 410-528-1443.

The fluffy stuff falling from the sky isn’t the only white we fear
during the winter. Many of us are still baffled by the rules of how—or
if!—one should wear white after summer.

Jenna Hattenburg, co-owner of Hampden’s Hunting Ground, assures us
that wearing white is acceptable and that the look is easy to pull off.
Her suggestion: Be bold with texture. “Save the linen and seersucker for
summer,” she says. “And instead, go for chunky knits, wool, leather,
and silk.”

Although black-and-white color blocking is a classic look, Sima Blue,
owner of Lutherville’s Trillium, prefers to mix and match other
neutrals—think caramels, creams, beiges, chocolate browns, and even
leopard prints. “I love white pants and a beigey camel sweater,” says
Blue.

And it’s totally acceptable to apply this color choice to jewelry,
handbags, and even sunglasses throughout the winter. “It breaks up the
drab color this time of year of always black and brown,” Bree McNerney,
manager of Harbor East’s Handbags in the City, explains. “It’s a natural
color that brightens things up and makes things more cheery.”

Clockwise
from top left: Ted Baker Ohavia top ($195) at Trillium Ltd. Necklace
($36) at Sassanova. Pierrot Alessandro purse ($129) at South Moon Under.
Vintage ivory gloves ($52) at Hunting Ground. Urban Expressions natural
clutch ($34.99) at South Moon Under. Tom Ford Kit Astuccio Rigido
sunglasses ($440) at Handbags in the City. 7 For All Mankind velvet
skinny jeans ($178) at Trillium Ltd.