The temperatures are starting to drop, and when the first chill is felt, thoughts of bringing out our fall wardrobe take root.  Are you someone that stores away all of his or her autumnal fashions in another area of your home?  

Or are you the person that simply shifts seasonal items to and fro in their closets?  Either way, do you really know just what you have to wear that you still love?  Do you need a few inspirations to help you shake up your fall fashion senses?  Good thing you have me, and the Goodwill Retail Store & Donation Center near you!  What you will really need this fall and winter are three key items that will work with so many things you already have, and energize them at the same time!  Layers are always the best way to create interesting and chic outfits.  So let’s take a look at where to start!

Think outside of the box when it comes to topping off your signature look for the office or just shopping around town.  Why not try a belted cardigan?  This classic choice is available in all kinds of incarnations. They range in shape from draped and asymmetrical, to classic fitted cable knit but in all cases they function in much the same way as a jacket or blazer.  In my book, you should look for a few types to work into your existing “go to” items.  Be aware that you should have one in a fun punchy color that will brighten whatever you put it over, and one in a more neutral shade to wear with bright tones in the rest of your ensemble.

Tunic tops are another hybrid item that is a welcome addition to button down blouses, and traditional v-neck sweaters.  They are great because they skim the hip and pair up very well with heavy knit leggings, and slim cut slacks, jeans and skirts.  From simple to artfully adorned they are a perfect “bridge item” that help marry other pieces in your daily fashion line up.  Make sure when you try one on, that the shoulder area fits your shoulders. It should float away from the body a little, but not be too caftan like.  That will make it easy to pull it over a turtleneck sweater and belt it, or wear it under a cropped motorcycle jacket or blazer for that “short over long” look.

The third and final key item for fall is a pair or two of heavy duty knit leggings or tights that you can layer under dresses, skirts, tunics and sweaters. These basic yet overlooked items are a simple and inexpensive way to update virtually everything you already own!  That is why I absolutely love shopping at Goodwill for certain items every time I go.  Narrowing down your focus to what you really need and will use, always help us make better choices. But as you know, shopping at our favorite Goodwill allows us to update our fall style for a lot less, and support programs important to our community too! 

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