Is it really that time again?! Y’all, I’m really not ready for summer to end. If we could just have summer year-round, I’d be the happiest girl in the world. Is that too much to ask?!

Since the Universe seems to ignore me every year and fall comes like clockwork, let’s jump right into fall fashion, shall we?

First things first: Don’t for a minute think you have to go out and buy all new wardrobe pieces. Believe it or not, most of you already have everything you need right in your closet. No one’s telling you to go out and create a fall wardrobe, sis; I’m just telling you to get creative! Your rompers and shorts will come to life with a blazer and bootie, and before you know it, your summer wardrobe is fall-ready. I’m a big fan on saving money, and since I know Mel’s Mob is, too, let’s save together.

Here are 5 pieces you already own that’ll help you transition from summer to fall. Let’s go!

Outfit Details| Blazer: Target (Sold out) | Graphic Tee: Target | Shorts: American Eagle | Booties: Dillard’s Option  (sold out)

Photography by: Brandon Grate

BLAZER 

Remember all those bomb suits Target had over the summer that all we couldn’t keep our hands off of? Well, guess what? It’s time to put those jackets to use. Pair your blazers with a pair of shorts and booties, and throw on a band tee to give it that rockstar vibe we all love. I call it the “Melissa Chanel” (LOL), but feel free to add a fresh white T-shirt, a button-up, tank, or crop top under yours. It’s all about what you feel comfortable with, and they’ll all give off the same summer-to-fall effect.

BOOTIES

It’s time, sis! Take those fall booties out of storage and slip them on your feet. We can pair the booties with our favorite summer rompers, shorts, distressed denim, and off the shoulder tops. On cooler nights, I’ll throw on a tank top and light cardigan…and I’ll even stop by Starbucks for a Pumpkin Spice Latte to get in the full fall spirit…LOL!

DENIM JACKET

Now y’all know I can’t get through a fall without my denim jackets. Hell, I can’t even get through the summer without them! They pretty much go with EVERYTHING. When it comes to denim jackets, Zara and Target have all the steal and deals. One of my favorites is a black denim jacket I snagged last fall from Wrangler. It’s so edgy, and the logo on the back is a conversation piece for sure. I can’t get enough, so best believe you’ll see it all up and down my Instagram feed this season.

TIGHTS

The printed tights are back, and I guess you can say they’re here to stay, at least for another season. Of course high end brands like Fendi and Gucci have them available, but you can find some cutes one in Zara or H&M that are just as fly. Pair them with a denim skirt, loafers, or a band tee for a night on the town. And speaking of loafers…

LOAFERS

I wear loafers year-round, but if you’re the type to wear all open-toe-everything during the summer, it’s time to pull these babies out. I love a good pair of loafers, and actually splurged on my first pair of Gucci slides last spring. I wear them so much that I feel like I’ve already gotten my money’s worth! It’s an investment I’m already seeing a return on. (Tip: Whenever you’re splurging on a high-end item, imagine at least 5 different ways you can wear it before you purchase. If you can’t cook up at least 5 looks, then leave it on the shelf, sis.)  They’re another piece you’ll definitely see a lot of this fall/winter.

Okay, I could go on and on when it comes to this subject; I just love creating outfits from what I already have in my closet instead of shopping every season. Don’t forget that I now offer a service where I can do the same for you! We all have just what we need right our disposal; sometimes it just takes an extra set of eyes to put the looks together. If you’re ready to transition from summer to fall, hit your girl up and I’ll get you right.

Until next time,

XOXO!