Pre-fall fashion. Ever wondered what the it’s all about? Designers release small capsule collections just ahead of fall fashion shows in February that arrive in stores in summer. The deliveries have become more in tune with the summer season so they can be more wear now instead of purchase and store for late September. Once you feel the season starts to turn, it’s the perfect time for something with a hint of fall – enter the need for the pre-fall collections. 

One of my favorites is the emergence of casual feathers. Whether the feathers are on your blouse, skirt, purse, or shoe, it’s a trend that you can’t help but smile at. If you’re feeling a little daring, why not go for it with these adorable textured pieces!

1st Column: Zara Feather Look Mini Skirt, The Attico Greta Feather Pouch
2nd Column: Loeffler Randall Zadie Bag, Jeffery Campbell Daisy Heel
3rd Column: MSGM Feather Fringed Top, Delfi Cindy Bodysuit

Plaid? For fall? Groundbreaking. But these fresh takes on fall are too amazing to pass up! Wear a plaid dress now with sandals and later with a pair of ankle boots. Or try switching up your usual officewear by throwing a plaid tee under a blazer. Any way you rock it, your printed piece is sure to be eye catching.

1st Column: Burberry Serra Vintage Check Sleeve Tee, Ganni Cotton Silk Maxi Dress
2nd Column: Lisa Says Gah Baldwin Pant, Veronica Beard Utah Jacket
3rd Column: & Other Stories Cotton Silk Plaid Dress, Rag & Bone Hazel Check Blazer

For shoes specifically, it’s all about a square-toe. Mules, boots, flats, heels – you name it, there’s an version waiting to be added to your collection. Any pair will look fantastic now with midi dresses and light-wash denim and later in sweater weather.

1st Row: Intentionally Blank Honcho Black Stacked, Aeyde Leandra Boot
2nd Row: Hyaang Squared Ballerina Shoes, Wandler Black & White Isa
3rd Row: Suzanne Rae Welt Sole Ankle Boot, Bottega Veneta Leather Mules

Can you believe it’s already August? Happy Shopping!