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5 Fall Transition Pieces You NEED in Your Closet

Lucy Owen Student Contributor, Wake Forest University
Taylor Knupp Student Contributor, Wake Forest University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wake Forest chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

When you go to school in North Carolina, it takes forever for fall weather to arrive. As a South Carolina native, I have a few tips for adding those *fall vibes* to your wardrobe … even if it’s still 80 degrees out!

Find a dark, clunky sandal to pair with jeans

No matter what you wear on top, jeans and a dark clunky shoe scream fall. Make it a sandal on those warmer days. This pairing– even with a neutral tank on top– is a great look to *pretend* it’s chilly outside.

Take the leap and get that oversized blazer!

We all know the blazer is on the rise (#girlboss), but it’s also one of my favorite hacks for when those chilly mornings are followed by warmer, sunny afternoons. Wear a tank or tee underneath and your layers will keep you looking and feeling cool no matter what the temperature is outside.

Midi skirts & dresses are IT

Midi’s FILLED my Insta feed this summer … and they’re coming with us into fall style too! Pair sneakers with a tan, beige, or green midi skirt/dress to still get that airy cool feeling while also being ready for fall!

White after Labor Day? Absolutely

This rule is completely dated. I love white and wear it year-round. Search for white cropped sweaters or baggy, wide-leg pants. Pair with a beige or creme piece to get that monochrome look. Or, mix in darker accessories to make your look blend into a more traditional fall fit.

Denim, denim, DENIM!

Denim is synonymous with fall. Break out that jean jacket early this year, or replace a white with a denim shirt to make any fit more fall. Look for denim everywhere: shoes, headbands, belts … incorporating any jean material will anchor in autumn style until it’s time for sweater weather. 

*all images found on pexels.com

Lucy Owen

Wake Forest '23

As a sophomore at Wake Forest, I'm so excited to be back on campus and writing for HerCampus for a second year! I'm majoring in Art History, with double minors in English and Cultural Heritage & Preservation Studies. If you need me, you can usually find me at Camino in ZSR, doing a workout class with friends, walking to Reynolda Village, or trying new restaurants in Winston.
Taylor Knupp

Wake Forest '21

Taylor is a senior from Harrisburg, PA studying Business and Enterprise Management. She is the outgoing Editor-In-Chief of Her Campus at WFU. Taylor plans to move to New York City after graduation to work as a Business Analyst at Verizon.