With so many new arrivals hitting shelves and sites, it's only reasonable that all you want to wear are fresh Fall pieces. If only the weather would cooperate! More likely than not, you're still sweating your way through high temps and humidity, which means it can be hard to justify buying (let alone wearing) clothes intended to keep you warm for the season ahead. That's where transitional pieces come in. From a dress you can wear alone or layered to a sweater tank that works in any climate, ahead are exciting items we pulled straight from Nordstrom's New Arrivals section. Now you can have your cute Fall clothes . . . and wear them, too.
A Linen Sheath Dress
This dress [1] ($120) is crafted from lightweight linen to keep you cool in the heat while looking sleek and sophisticated. Wear it on its own now and layer it over a long-sleeved top and under a jacket later.
Plaid Shorts
Now's the perfect chance to pull out the plaid. But instead of opting for a predictable plaid blazer or trousers, try something a little more unexpected, like a pair of shorts [2] ($225). The leg-baring piece is ideal for those end-of-Summer days, but it also works well over a pair of black tights and boots in the Fall.
A Lightweight Sweater
If it's still too warm for chunky knits, a light, superthin sweater [3] ($120) should do the trick. This one is made from a sheer gauze but still offers that comfy-cozy vibe.
Cotton Trousers
Prefer to wear pants? These cropped trousers [4] ($68) will keep you covered and cool now, thanks to the breathable cotton, but the warm mustard hue will easily transition to Fall.
A Dress Top
Half-camisole, half-duster, this dramatic dress [5] ($360) is the ultimate layering piece. You can wear it with both shorts and jeans on the bottom and over a turtleneck on top.
A Linen Jumpsuit
A linen jumpsuit [6] ($319) may be a warm-weather staple, but the right one can work beyond high temps too. Look for a Fall-friendly color and think of styling it similar to how you'd rock overalls.
A Sleeveless Sweater
Get the best of both seasons with this top [7] ($68), which combines a Summer silhouette with a Fall texture. Bonus: no sleeves means no uncomfortable bunching when you wear it underneath a jacket.
A Faux-Leather Miniskirt
A leather miniskirt [8] ($48) is considered a classic transitional piece for a reason. Here, the luxe material and zipper detail bring edge, texture, and structure to contrast your airy, summery pieces.
Lightweight Duster Jacket
A lightweight shell of a jacket [9] ($55) is great to wear as a thin outer layer or beach cover-up now and as an inner layer (under a thick, full-length coat) once the temperature drops. The rich gold shade will match the changing leaves.
Midi Wrap Dress
Take your florals straight into Fall with this midi wrap dress [10] ($179). Between the rich jewel tone and the ruched three-quarter sleeves, this number will fit right in with cold-weather staples like tall boots and a leather jacket.