How Fashion Insiders Transition Their Favorite Summer Pieces Into Fall
So Long, Summer
So Long, Summer
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Heather Shimokawa, Bloomingdale’s VP and Fashion Director for RTW
Heather Shimokawa, Bloomingdale’s VP and Fashion Director for RTW
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Marina Larroudé, Fashion Director of Barneys New York
Marina Larroudé, Fashion Director of Barneys New York
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Ruth Basloe, Styling Director at Nordstrom
Ruth Basloe, Styling Director at Nordstrom
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Brooke Fisher, Vice President and Divisional Merchandise Manager of Women's Contemporary at Bergdorf Goodman
Brooke Fisher, Vice President and Divisional Merchandise Manager of Women's Contemporary at Bergdorf Goodman
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Aurora James, Founder and Creative Director of Brother Vellies
Aurora James, Founder and Creative Director of Brother Vellies
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Transitioning from summer to fall can be tricky in the style department. It’s still warm enough that hefty layers aren’t quite right despite your excitement to shop the latest fall trends. And at the same time, you’re no doubt trying to get as much use out of your breezy dresses, shoulder-baring tops and cut-off shorts before the turn of weather. A true fashion calamity. Dramatics aside, August and September dressing is all about balance and figuring out how to extend the life of your favorite summer pieces whilst taking stock of new arrivals to freshen up your go-to formulas. Truth be told, there’s no greater group to look to for inspiration than the fashion-insider set. You know, the buyers, fashion directors, stylists and designers who basically decide the exact pieces you’re going to love each season. They’re riddled with sartorial know-how from tips on how to layer your beloved floral mini dress in cooler weather to the outerwear pieces that will make your favorite white T-shirt sing in the new season. Here, read on to see how 10 ultra-chic insiders take their favorite summer items into fall. Plus, shop the pieces you’ll need to re-create each savvy outfit formula on your own. Your in-between season just got a lot more stylish.