You don't have to start packing away your summer favorites just because the leaves are changing. A handful of versatile pieces can bridge the seasons seamlessly. If the heat lingers, these items can stand alone, and when the temperature starts to drop, they can be layered to perfection. Patent leather anchors the oxford trend until the forecast favors tights—or swap the skirt for Kate Moss–approved high-waist, full-leg jeans. A scarf paired with a three-quarter-length-sleeve cardigan will block an evening breeze while also tapping into fall’s warm color palette. Or dip into the primary-color trend with a bold clutch to carry those final summer days well into winter. —Kimberly Lapham
