Fall is my favorite reason! Aside from the apple cider, pumpkin pie and butternut squash soup (I love food), the cooler weather also allows me to indulge in cozy layers and warm weather accessories. Here in MD, the mornings are chilly, the afternoons are warm, and the evenings are cool. I find that layering is essential to balancing the change in temperature throughout the day. It’s also a great way to work some of my summer pieces into cool weather rotation. I’m sharing a few of my favorite ways to stay cozy this season for work and play featuring layering pieces from ModCloth.
For me a sheath dress is a closet staple. I love the classic silhouette and its versatility. It can be worn alone on warm days, add a layer under with a button down and over with a cardigan on cool days. This textured sheath dress is the perfect trans-seasonal candidate. The graphic pattern calls for a neutral palette with a few pops of fall colors.
dress, top, cardigan, coat, shoes, bag, scarf: ModCloth; jewels: JCrew belt: Haircoverings
This outfit is my fall work uniform. Breathable blouse, cotton cardigan and pencil skirt layered under a cozy sweater coat. Add some tights and booties and I’m ready for the chilliest fall mornings. Don’t the colors remind you of the gorgeous autumn foliage? Who doesn’t love the burnt orange, bright yellow and deep green hues?!
top, cardigan, skirt, coat, scarf, shoes, bag: ModCloth, tights: Gap, jewels: JCrew
Running errands on the weekend is all about comfort. Heavy puffy coats can sometimes slow me down when chasing a fleeting toddler in Target. So I prefer to layer a cozy oversized sweater over a cardigan and simple top. And what’s more comfortable than leggings? Of course all the cool moms need a Very Hungry Caterpillar tote. Add a few accessories and switch out the bag, this look can be easily transitioned for a casual date night or happy hour with friends.
top, cardigan, sweater, scarf, boots, bag: ModCloth, jewels: JCrew, ModCloth
I’ve always thought of Thanksgiving as the centerpiece of fall (again, I love food…and I’m thankful). Dressing up for Thanksgiving dinner has been a tradition in our household. I usually go for one statement piece and layer on other neutrals to balance out the look. The sequin pencil skirt makes a sparkly statement in this dark color combination. I like a flowy top that allows room to expand. The scalloped trim on the blazer adds a feminine detail to the clean lines of this ensemble. Of course, I always bring a hostess gift to dinner. How cute are these tea towels?
top, cardigan, blazer, skirt, shoes, tea towel: ModCloth, tights: Target, jewels: Over Stock
If you are looking to add a few new layering pieces this fall, check out the selection at ModCloth. Tell us which layered look is your favorite? What do you love about this season? BTW, TLC is now on Polyvore. Follow us there to check our mood boards!
