I've said before that fall is a great time to find modest items that work for spring and I was recently asked for a few examples.  So here are just a very few examples of what you can find.  And remember, these clothes appeal to our frugal sides as well since you can wear them any season!


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Banana Republic
Sheath dresses - with sleeves!!

Sheath dresses are universally flattering.  But shop for one in spring or summer and nearly all the styles have straps instead of sleeves. 
  • Wear it now: with boots, fun patterned tights, sweaters, even a thin long-sleeved turtleneck underneath.
  • Wear it later: without the hosiery and layers, add cute jewelry and a bright bag.


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Gap
White shirts - that you can't see through!!

A white button-down shirt that fits you great is a wardrobe essential.  Spring and summer options tend to be very thin "summer weight" cotton.  Shop for one now and you'll score thicker material.
  • Wear it now: with anything!  Use it to showcase a great scarf or sweater.
  • Wear it later: with anything!  It's the perfect counterpoint to summer skirts and bright accessories.


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Gap
Lightweight tops - with sleeves!!

Fall isn't all about heavier fabrics and thicker knits.  You can find lightweight items and more styles with sleeves.
  • Wear it now: as a nice thin layer to thicker sweaters and coats.
  • Wear it later: as the perfect, floaty spring and summer top.


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Victoria's Secret
Dresses - with longer hemlines!!

Fall is the perfect time to find dresses that hit at the knee.  This is a great wrap dress in a color that works with boots in fall and sandals in summer.  Personally, I would shorten those sleeves to elbow length.  Easy to do and more appropriate for all seasons.
  • Wear it now: with boots, a cute hat and scarf.
  • Wear it later: with statement making sandals and a ponytail.


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Victoria's Secret
Another good dress option.  All it needs is a camisole!


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Victoria's Secret
And one more for good measure.  Especially nice for showing off (or creating!) a small waist. 

Again, just add a camisole.  I'd also shorten the sleeves to just above the elbow.
 


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Elaine link
10/16/2009 17:18

I agree about the sheath dresses! I have such a hard time finding nice dresses with sleeves....MAN!!!

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Elaine link
10/16/2009 17:20

I agree about the sheath dresses. They're so hard to find! Especially reasonably-priced ones...

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