 TORY BURCH
AP Photo/Stephen Chernin Layered Neutrals
Your favorite summer broom skirt makes the transition to fall by adding low-heeled boots and layering a motorcycle jacket over a loose-knit sweater. Accessorize with a stack of bangles and a cleverly tied scarf.
scarf
Ferragamo, $375, Bloomingdale’s, Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto
sweater
Kain linen cropped sweater, $195. Pink Stripes, Santana Row. Worn over Ted Baker racer-back tank, $65, Ted Baker, Santana Row, San Jose
skirt
Aqua broom skirt, $78, Bloomingdale’s
jacket
Ted Baker leather jacket, $640, Ted Baker, Santana Row
bracelets
Mixed bangle bracelets, $38 for 14, Nordstrom
boots
Jimmy Choo suede biker boots, $875, Nordstrom
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 MARC JACOBS
Stan Honda/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images On the Dot(s)
Make a summer jacket and pencil skirt work for fall with a dot-print blouse. Blouson sleeves are fresh, as are whimsical hats, such as a cloche or beret.
jacket
The Limited Collection charcoal checked short- sleeve jacket, $128, The Limited, Stoneridge Mall, Pleasanton, also other locations
blouse
Sariah Carson green silk dot print blouse, $118, Anthropologie stores
skirt
The Limited Collection pencil skirt, $59.90, The Limited, Stoneridge Mall
hat
Felt cloche, $14.99, Target stores
boots
Ferragamo “Fersia” riding boots, $690, Bloomingdale’s
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 MATTHEW WILLIAMSON
©Dan and Corina Lecca, shoe image courtesy Coach Autumn Red
A slightly oversize sweater and leather bomber jacket
in a dark neutral say “autumn” when worn with the red denim jeans of summer. Artfully knot a scarf for neck interest. Anchor slim pants with platforms in a textured leather.
scarf
Missoni knit scarf, $155, Anthropologie
jacket
Alina+Nicoletta gray leather bomber jacket, $1,400, alina b., Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
sweater
Vince metallic knit sweater, $320, Bloomingdale’s
belt
skinny interlock leather belt, $29.90, The Limited, Stoneridge Mall
pants
J Brand red denim skinny jeans, $176, Bloomingdale’s
shoes
Coach “Moreen” platform shoes, $198, Coach stores
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 THAKOON
Jason DeCrow/Associated Press; shoe and bag photos courtesy Rowcliffe Communications Group Pink Power
Slim cropped pants in fuchsia can still be worn for fall with tops that have pops of the hue against a dark background. Or, tone down the hot pink by wearing it with black or gray.
scarf
Pashmina wrap, stylist’s own
jacket
Burberry juniper camo-check trench, $1,595, Nordstrom
pants
J Brand skinny fuchsia jeans, $176, Bloomingdale’s
shoes
Lisa for Donald Pliner “Damo” peep toe platform booties, $335, Donald Pliner, Santana Row
bag
Tuxedo satchel, $89.95 Big Buddha, Santana Row
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 GIORGIO ARMANI
AP Photo/Luca Bruno Suitable Polish
Classic cuffed trousers and a fitted jacket move into cooler weather by covering the neckline with a high-neck blouse or multiple rows of pearls. Keep the look neat and feminine with a small structured bag or clutch. Always wear flats or fatter heels with cuffs, never stilettos.
collar
Ruffled neck ornament, stylist’s own
jacket
3.1 Phillip Lim peplum zippered jacket, $850, Crimson Mim, Palo Alto and
Los Altos
necklace
“Mad Men” collection pearl necklaces, $39.50 each, Banana Republic stores
pants
3.1 Phillip Lim cuffed trousers, $375, Crimson Mim
handbag
Marc by Marc Jacobs clutch, $248, Bloomingdale’s
shoes
Ferragamo “Varina” patent flats, $395, Bloomingdale’s
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 ANNA SUI
Courtesy Anna Siu; shoe photo courtesy Rowcliffe Communications Group Abstract Florals
Ward off chill with a topper or cardigan in a jewel tone that complements the print of a floral summer dress. Finish the look with chunky shoes, black tights and a piece of statement jewelry.
earrings
Pop art “Clarissa” earrings by Carlos Sobral, $45, sobralusa.com
sweater
Theory jersey cardigan, $160, Bloomingdale’s
dress
Jenny Han fall collection tiger lily print dress, $194, Neiman Marcus
shoes
Lisa for Donald Pliner “Kasi” snake wedges, $325, Donald Pliner, Santana Row
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 RODARTE
Joe Kohen/Getty Images, boot image courtesy Rowcliffe Communications Group Cashmere and Lace
A breezy lace skirt becomes chic for fall when topped with a chunky cable sweater and boots. Add a little feminine gleam with jewelry, like a sliced agate pendant on a chain.
jewelry
Agate pendant, $150, Pink Stripes, Santana Row
sweater
Donna Karan cashmere cable pullover, $2,495, Nordstrom
skirt
Free People lace maxi skirt, $128, Bloomingdale’s
boot
Donald Pliner tapestry boots, $360, Donald Pliner, Santana Row
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 MICHAEL KORS
AP Photo/Richard Drew Unexpected Coverup
Do something unexpected with your red dress, such as wearing an overcoat that contradicts proper proportion. Booties and tights instantly turn lighter-weight dresses into fall classics.
bracelet
Ben-Amun enamel bangle, $130, modaoperandi.com. Ben-Amun jewelry also available at Neiman Marcus stores
jacket
Burberry aviator jacket, $795, Bloomingdale’s
dress
Michael Michael Kors reptile print dress, $89.50, Macy’s
shoes
Schuler and Sons short wedge boots, $198, Anthropologie stores
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 MICHAEL KORS
AP Photo/Richard Drew Flow into Fall
Maxi halter dresses go from resort wear to holiday by adding the right jewelry and strappy sandals styled to cover more of your foot. For warmth, add a pashmina or featherweight sweater.
earrings
“Dare to Dream” green quartz and garnet earrings, $85. See MabelChong.com for list of stores in the Bay Area
dress
A.L.C. maxi halter dress, $778, McMullen, Oakland
shoes
Michael Michael Kors “Tracy” suede platform sandals, $160, Macy’s
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