Late summer dressing calls for pieces that still work in the heat but hint at the season ahead. The latest August apparel trends make that balance easy, combining airy silhouettes with deeper colors, polished fabrics, and versatile layers. Ahead, these summer outfit ideas can carry you from sunny city days into the first cool nights of fall.
Do denim in a warm-weather silhouette with a halter top, then pair it with a crisp ivory maxi skirt and brown woven flats. The dark wash and chocolate hue give the breezy look enough weight to work into early fall.
Burgundy is the perfect hue for teasing fall fashion while still feeling right for summer. A satin cami and wide-leg jeans make an easy date-night look you can wear well beyond August.
Black, white, and animal print? Totally timeless–and seasonless. The drop-waist trend isn’t going anywhere for fall, so style this sleeveless midi dress with zebra-print wedge sandals and a creamy bag now, then add a chic outerwear layer once brisker temps hit.
A cream matching set looks fresh in summer. Carry it into early fall with rich dark brown accessories like a structured bag and sleek shoes.
Rust complements sun-kissed skin and nods to fall foliage. This satin mini works for everything from date nights and cocktail parties to weddings and pre-wedding events.
Lace-trim, lingerie-inspired dresses are a defining summer trend. Go ahead and wear white after Labor Day and layer this floral jacquard midi with a leather jacket or denim when cooler weather arrives.
Florals in deeper red, green, and purple tones lean effortlessly toward fall, while a mini hemline and cap sleeves stay firmly planted in summer.
Black and red is a timeless combination. Wear this matching set together with a red bag, or split it up with summery separates like denim cutoffs or a backless top.
Which transitional look are you wearing first? Show us on Instagram and TikTok @Lulus using #LoveLulus to show us how you style your favorite late-summer trends.
This post was originally published in 2013 and has been updated with new content.
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