Summer-Fall transition...via sale

September is one of my favorite months because it's that first month of fall, the best season (not up for discussion). The weather is just getting cool but there's still that hint of warm air. You can wear pants or sweaters or blazers or boots comfortably but without necessity. But it can be a tricky month to dress because bright summer sundresses and strappy sandals aren't always appropriate.

Fear not! I've found some great sale items for the tricky summer-fall transition. You can thank me later (preferably with compliments and candy).

I think the hardest part of wearing breezy dresses in early fall is that the traditional summer dress is bright and bold and geared more for after beach drinks than grocery shopping. This Patterson J. Kincaid dress might be the solution to that problem. I would wear this on its own with some great pumps at night (NOT those pictured) when it's still warm outside. You could also easily throw on tights and boots and a sweater when it gets colder. Also, thanks to Dries Van Noten I've become a sucker for animal prints.

Patterson J. Kincaid Elena Dress, Shopbop, $44.40

I love button downs. I love them. I don't know if it has to do with getting older or working or what, but if I see a good button down, I have to have it. I love this one because it's a nice neutral that errs a bit more on the spring-summer side of things but would still totally work in the fall. Note: I would wait until there's an extra percentage off sale at J. Crew before buying anything.

J. Crew Bay Stripe Perfect Shirt, $24.99

A great printed skirt is just a good thing to have. The colors of this Steven Alan skirt are perfect, perfect I tell you! And it has pockets. Just buy it already.

Steven Alan Ella Skirt, La Garconne, $79

Canvas flats are amazing. They can make shorts and a t-shirt look cute and not sloppy and are the perfect pairing for ankle skimming skinny jeans. I love this sportier pair from Les Prairies des Paris and the muted red color.

Les Prairies des Paris Tcho Flats, Creatures of Comfort, $66.00

So take advantage of the end of summer sales and start getting excited for fall (that's what I'm doing, obviously).