This past week the change of weather has really hit me and with the temperatures dipping into the thirties, it is time to start getting the winter clothes out of storage. After a long, hot summer I am excited to wear my warm clothes but am not ready to cover them up with a coat every time I walk outside. After all, there's all of winter ahead to have my coat be my main statement piece. In these fall months I am much more likely to layer long sleeve tees with cozy sweaters and top it off with a down vest and scarf.

    For more mild days, try a chunky three quarter sleeve sweater over a long sleeve tee. Playing with sleeve lengths allows your layers to pull their weight in your outfit. If your long sleeve tee can help add dimension to your look then that is one less accessory that you have to worry about. Plus, I find nothing more frustrating than wearing several layers and realizing at the end of the day that no one saw anything except for the outer most one! You shouldn't be the only one who knows how cute your ensemble is!

    I love to start with a multicolored scarf, then pick up one of the color pops in a solid colored glove and finish with a neutral hat. Be bold with your color choices since they only have to coordinate with your coat.

    Once winter truly arrives I am more likely to choose my accessories solely based on warmth, but these crisp fall days are all about style and pattern. Herringbone and stripes are always on trend, but your first priority should be finding a design that you love.

    Fall and winter are great for rich hues, such as eggplant, cobalt, emerald or burgundy and warm neutrals like winter white, taupe, grey or chocolate brown. Choose your favorite two or three colors to create your own unique color combination for these upcoming cold months.