Summer is coming to an end but Summer dressing…not quite. Dunno about you but I’m scrambling to create Summer outfits that I’m not sick of yet. 

When designer Rachel Pally sent me this skirt in June I remember thinking it might also make a nice LBD.

I like using bright colorful accessories, like this orange clutch, to add oomph to a neutral ensemble. 

I’m hoping to expand my clutch collection this Fall, maybe with one of these from LA based designer Claire Vivier. 

A military style jacket is one piece that you will never regret buying and can always find for cheap. Mine’s old – from J.Crew – but try your local Army Surplus store for something truly authentic and use this great FOAM tutorial to personalize it. Even though tan lines are historically tacky I secretly love them. 

Rachel Pally skirt as dress

Military jacket – similar

American Apparel clutch