how to wear shorts in the fall

i know i have said this before, but summer

is my favorite season! there is something special about

the bustling city - people out walking, biking,

and enjoying time on the water; farmers markets;

traveling to our family cabin; of course, summer

fashion can be a great deal of fun, too! 

although fall has begun to make an appearance

in seattle, i am determined to hang on to some of

my favorite summer clothing items. i am not ready

to put my sandals and shorts away. just

hang in there, summer. i need a few more days weeks

of sun (and i have a few outfits i would like to wear)!

disclosure: asa of lace and pearls jewelry graciously lent me the necklace

i am wearing in today's photos. i am thrilled to support my dear

friend and talented business owner! as per usual, all opinions are my own.

despite my pleading, i think fall weather is

around the corner; while i love jewel tones, knits

and layering, and anything plaid, i am determined

to re-style a few of my favorite summer pieces

in the coming weeks. first up?

these adorable floral shorts from zara!

shorts are an essential in every woman's summer

wardrobe. after labor day, i typically pack up

my shorts and exchange them for leggings,

jeans, and other cool-weather styles, but not this year!

here are a few simple ways you can wear shorts in the fall:

1. add tights

black, grey, colorful or patterned tights are a quick 

and easy way to add warmth and excitement to your

outfit (i.e. your shorts).

2. grab heels or booties

looking to dress up a pair of black shorts

(while also making your legs appear longer)?

heels can do this! booties are a casual alternative 

and pair perfect with any fall look.

3. add a blazer or structured jacket

i recently pulled out my navy, denim, and black

blazers. i have a green bomber jacket from last

season that will pair well with casual shorts (such

as the floral pair i am wearing today). 

a structured jacket of any color, fabric, or 

print will go well with darker-colored shorts.

4. grab a chunky sweater

your favorite knit sweater? structured

shorts with booties (or tights and ballet flats)

are a fun way to style shorts in cooler weather.

photos by chelsea macor photography

top: tj maxx, shorts: zara (exact here),

rings: forever 21, purse: nordstrom, 

flats: madewell, necklace: c/o lace and pearls jewelry

earlier this week, i spoke of my passion for

supporting local business owners and creatives.

today, i am thrilled to be wearing one of my dear

friends' designs, (and fellow blogger, asa of lace and pearls)

'lace and pearls jewelry.' asa and i have been

friends for more than two years, and i have to say, she is 

one of the sweetest and most hard-working women

i know! she juggles a full-time job, blogs,

and maintains her beautiful social media platforms.

recently, asa also began making jewelry.

asa's designs are handmade, and each piece

is crafted with exquisite detail and care. i am wearing

 the lariot pendant necklace, and i cannot wait

to style it with other tops and dresses.

asa's website will be launch soon, but in the

meantime, be sure to follow along here for updates

and new designs!

do you wear shorts in the fall?

if so, how do you style them?

xoxo.