Transitioning your summer wardrobe to fall allows you to rediscover old favorites.  Take the opportunity to purge your closet of those items that are no longer working for you using our helpful closet checklist.  Keep it au courant by investing in a few key pieces.  We asked fashionistas and busy women readers to share their favorites for fall to inspire your choices.  

Accessories

 

 "Trendy rain boots are my seasonal fave. We live in Charleston- everyone knows it floods downtown- so I love designers making adorable rain boots.  I just got Kate Spade Renee Rain Boots so that even if its overcast and I'm walking through puddles - I still look chic."
- Lizz Akerman, Owner - Southern Protocol Weddings & Events; Charleston, SC    

 

 

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"I am on the hunt for a great neon bag! This hot item will carry over from spring/summer which makes it the perfect transitional piece. With cold and drab weather our wardrobe tends to fade to black... moody colors that is. This vibrant trend gives you the perfect opportunity to turn up the color volume with a fun splashy accessory! The Jimmy Choo Neon Candy Clutch is quite delicious!"
- Ayoka Lucas, Style Director - "Charleston" Magazine; Charleston, SC 

 

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"I am in love with the Loafer inspired Pump we are seeing from designers like Cole Haan and Vera Wang. What a perfect shoe to change up your look for fall, pair them with dresses, jeans or skirts."
- Megan Roberson, Assistant Style Consultant - Mackenzie Image Consulting; Charleston, SC 

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 Hair & Makeup Hair

 

 

 

"Fun in the sun takes a toll on your do.  Bring the shine and life back with color and treatments.  Color: mix a few gold or copper pieces in to remove the dullness that overexposure to sun, salt and chlorine can bring. Treatments: Deep conditioning helps repair damage and Keratin treatments get the proteins pumped back into the hair cuticle, bringing shine, protection and of course, LESS FRIZZ." 
- Joanna Katz, Hair Goddess - Katz Hair Studio; Charleston, SC

 

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"(My fall favorite) is cat eyeliner. I could bathe in cat eyeliner, but I stop at smearing it all over my lids and lashes."
- Andra Watkins, Owner - POSITUS Consulting LLC; Writer/Blogger, Charleston, SC

 

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Key Pieces & Looks

"I am most looking forward to more capes, embellished collars, midi-length skirts with longer, slouchy sweaters. I typically only shop big chain stores for basics but currently, I'm loving the Ann Taylor (pictured left) look Demi Moore is wearing in their fall campaign. I appreciate the versatility of the button down cardigan sweater, which can double as a dress or it can be worn open as a long knit layer. I'm a big fan of creative layering so the faux fur accent/vest is a major plus.  I also adore the accompanying deco-inspired necklace."
- Jess James, Fashion Editor, Stylist & Event Producer - Style Girl;  Wilmington, NC

 

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"I have two: Tunics, because I love to wear them as dresses or with tights, and jewel-toned brights, because I love the idea of the LBD in emerald green or another intense shade. What I don't like: the color "mustard" and "granny boots." Not flattering."
- Kelly Love Johnson, Web Editor/Digital Media Editor; Writer; Austin, TX

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"A drape front top is flattering on just about anyone. Full figured women like the flow, feeling adequately covered, and less endowed women feel it can shape and interest with the fluid lines. It is graceful and classic, but can be edgy and sexy at the same time."
- Anita Lucas, Owner & Style Consultant - Beba Luxe; Charleston, SC

 

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"Eternity scarfs and blazers! I've seen a lot of fashionable ladies on the streets of Manhattan wearing bright colored pants and it looks nice. Do i dare be so bold?!"
- Dede Tabak, Writer/Blogger; New York, NY

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"Lady Like Chic because polished, ladylike clothing never goes out of style." (Donna Karan - pictured left)
- Rosanna Krekel, Owner - La Vita E Bella; Regional Director - FGI Charleston, Charleston, SC, New York, NY

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