LE CATCH

$248, j.crew

Here's what happens when Leo(pard) marries Mary(Jane): a gorgeously updated flat that will punctuate every fall outfit.

1. Saks Potts fur sweater, $525, matchesfashion.com
2. Shashi hoop earrings, $58, shopbop.com
3. Tom Ford Lip Color in Cherry Lush, $53, neimanmarcus.com
4. Simon Miller leather bucket bag, $490, nordstrom.com
5. J.Crew leopard flats, $248, jcrew.com
6. Frame Denim jeans, $230, netaporter.com

When I was in Paris last fall, I thought long and hard about investing in Celine's bell-sleeve sweater, seen here, but ultimately decided to pass on it as I'd already spent enough Euros spreeing through the Marais. Well, now I am patting myself on the back because H&M just came out with an iteration that's a little more subdued--and, of course, wallet friendly. I also bought the blouse version. Happy Day!

If you're not quite ready to wrap your head around winter-ready boots, you might seriously consider Acne Studios (poised to sell out!) slingback mule, which Norway-based fashion editor Darja Barannik proves is out and out versatile. With its covered front and exposed back, this boot-like shoe is summer-to-fall worthy. Worn with tights, it can brave winter days.

Photos: Darja Barannik, Vogue

This fall, we'll need to step out of our black-boot comfort zone and venture into more colorful territory. Pretty much any color goes, but as these pics show, yellow, white, and burgundy make distinctly chic statements. Additionally, boots that are tricked out with embellishment or rendered in buttery velvet are great options. The bottom line is the bolder, the better. My favorites include these by Gianvito Rossi, Sam Edelman, Isabel Marant , Alexander Wang, Iro, and Stuart Weitzman.

Photos: Vogue, Pinterest

Light wash jeans are fading in this fall, and I'm on the case to find the most flattering pairs. So far, I'm ogling these styles from Acne Studios, J.Crew, Levi's, Rachel Comey, Gap, Frame, Topshop, Re/Done, and Alexander Wang.

Two days back in the grind and I'm still dressing like I'm on vacation! For me, there's something leisurely about throwing on an easy dress, like the one above from Zara (which is really a jumpsuit in disguise!), and going about my daily business. I feel like I'm still a bit on holiday--or at the very least extending the high of it. So, naturally, I am now poking around for more holiday dresses that work well at home. The best of the bunch so far, all of them under $150, come from English Factory, Pixie Market, H&M, MLM Label, Line & Dot, Asos, and Style Mafia.

$195, rebecca taylor

Pretty much the most perfect buy-now, wear-later (and eternally ever after) tank top!

1. Rebecca Taylor twisted tank, $195, rebeccataylor.com
2. Gorjana hoop earrings, $60, shopbop.com
3. Louise et Cie woven clutch, $228, nordstrom.com
4. Alaia sandals, $1430, netaporter.com
5. Altuzarra skirt, $1395, netaporter.com

I just returned from an adventurous week at sea, off the Croatian coast, where fall's chill is already in the air. (I will share highlights from my trip later this week!) The slightly cooler weather called for a mix of summery and new autumn elements--a dressing strategy we'll all have to embrace in a few weeks time here on terra firma! The outfit, above, nails transitional dressing, combining fall-ready leather and fur with summery open-toe sandals and a lightweight blouse. I'd like to transition into next season with these cool autumn accents from Rebecca Taylor, Asos, J.Crew, Loeffler Randall, Sea, Proenza Schouler, Carven, and Mango.

$60, topshop

I love this feminine update on the pinstripe blouse. Come cooler weather I'd layer a sweater over it and let the cute tie sleeves peek out.

1. Topshop pinstripe blouse, $80, topshop.com
2. Whistles reversible bomber jacket, $280, shopbop.com
3. Pamela Love rose gold ring, $180, shopbop.com
4. Chanel Rouge Coco in Gabrielle, $37, nordstrom.com
5. Valentino ballet slippers, $545, bergdorfgoodman.com
6. Curren/Elliot jeans, $230, netaporter.com

After journeying from Hawaii to Venice, Italy, via LA and Frankfurt, I managed in my jet-lagged haze to suit up for dinner at Harry Cipriani in this throw-on-and-go, two-in-one Asos jumpsuit. Definitely a wardrobe vacation game-changer!