As stylish as they may be, there is definitely a right and a wrong way to style a cape. To avoid the super hero look, show some skin. If you’re rocking over the knee boots, for example, gravitate towards a sleeveless under shirt and a cropped cape. Or, if you’re wearing a leg baring dress, consider a longline cape. It is all about the balance! Over the last couple of weeks, I have not left the house without a poncho or a cape. These garments undoubtedly make getting ready more enjoyable during the San Francisco fall “summer” weather.

The only thing better than a cape jacket is a cape dress. When I found this one from Asos, I knew I would get a lot of use out of it. The fall is packed with events in my husband’s industry and I always try to dress in business attire with a twist. This dress is perfect because from the back it looks like a long blazer, but turn around and BAM! The double breasted design with gold button closures are trendy as ever and the color is great for this time of year. I styled this piece with gold and gray accessories, although black would be a sharp contrast too.

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I have made it a goal this season to add more tops to my wardrobe. I often find myself styling dresses and jumpsuits. While those garments are definitely my favorite, when it is time to wear a simple outfit, I do not have many tops to choose from! Peplum silhouettes are already one of my favorites, so when I laid eyes on this lace v-neck shirt, it had a home in my closet. This top could pass as a designer item although only priced at $44.97. The lace details are exquisite and the zigzag hem is simply chic.

It is always a good idea to dress in complimentary colors. Orange and blue, for instance are opposite on the color wheel. That is why the turquoise accents “popped” so well against the burnt orange jeans. I polished off the look with gray booties – my go-to kicks during this infamous transitional period. They give off fall vibes, yet the open-toe design keeps you cool.

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