Whether it was from a mom, aunt or grandmother, we’ve all heard some variation of “go change; you’re going to freeze to death.” But before you go reluctantly move your favorite summer dresses to the back of the closet, let us show you some fabulous ways you can keep those dresses around for fall! Check out our favorite ways to layer and transform your sundresses.
Cardigan: Forever 21, $19.80
Dress: Factorie, $28
Over-the-knee socks: Karmaloop, $10
Booties: Steve Madden, $99.95
Necklace: Macy’s, $35
1. Pull on a Bottom Layer
Tights: When wearing a dress in the fall or winter, adding tights is an easy way to warm up your outfit. You can keep it classic with a simple pair of opaque black tights or experiment with colors and patterns.
Leggings: Other than tights, leggings are definitely the warmer option to wear. Leggings with leather elements or studs would definitely add some flair to your outfit and some edge to your summer pieces. You could also try some over-the-knee socks, like in the picture above!
2. Layer Sweaters
Cardigans: Maxi dresses already have enough length to endure the fall season, so add a cardigan, belt and scarf for a cute fall variation.
Get Pulled Over: Try layering a sweater over a loose-fitting tank dress for a totally cute new look! Allowing the dress to peek out the bottom adds flair and color, while simultaneously giving you the layers to survive the temperature drop.
Her Campus Tip: Belting the loose dress under the sweater is the key to this look. It pulls the lower half in to create a faux skirt look.
3. Pair it With Fall Shoes
Booties: You don’t have to tell us twice that when the temperature drops it’s officially boot season! It is time to retire your flip-flops and sandals and replace them with super cute booties. Booties are probably the only shoe that looks great with skinny jeans, tights or pretty much any other bottom. Whether you go flat or heeled, an ankle boot will never let you down.
Dress: Brandy Melville, $30
Sweater: American Eagle, $44.95
Purse: J.Crew Factory, $49.50
Shoes: Victoria’s Secret, $60
Necklace: PacSun, $8.95
Converse: You may think that Converse sneakers are only suitable for college tailgates and with your jeans, but they look super cute with a sundress, too!
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Dress: Target, $17.48
Jacket: Miss Selfridge, $74
Scarf: ModCloth, $24.99
Booties: Forever 21, $36.80
Tights: Nordstrom, $12
4. Throw on a Scarf
Scarves are a great addition to sundresses to make them fit for cooler weather. In order to incorporate this warm and stylish accessory, try using the scarf as a bright accent piece or mix and match the prints of the dress and scarf.
5. Cover With a Jacket
Leather: Leather jackets are great for transitioning an outfit to fall. A classic black leather jacket or a brown leather jacket will keep your arms warm, and wearing matching black or brown booties creates an awesome urban-chic look!
Blazer: For a more professional or daytime look, add a blazer to a dress and a pair of tights. Our favorite fall trend is tweed blazers!
Dress: The Outnet, $85
Jean Shirt: Madewell, $69.50
Tights: DailyLook, $14.99
Scarf: Nordstrom, $48
Belt: Dorothy Perkins, $12
Boots: YesStyle.com, $37.80
6. Don Some Denim
A denim shirt looks great over almost every pattern and color of dress. You can let the shirt hang loose or try adding a skinny brown or black belt. Not only can you wear a denim shirt over a summer dress to keep warm on a chilly day, but you can also try a denim jacket as well.
It would be such a shame to put away your favorite summer dresses, so don’t! Style your favorite warm-weather pieces with our suggestions for amazing fall looks. These ways to transition sundresses into the fall can all be mixed and matched to make fabulous outfits.