In these cash-strapped times, it's really hard to keep up on trends. Let alone all of the seasonal sartorial shifts. Fall usually calls for a nearly-complete wardrobe refresh as warmer-weather fabrics aren't as suitable come fall. So the staples you've been wearing since late May may not take you through November. The cost-saving solution? Style your summer whites with fall black essentials.
Black and white is a truly timeless pairing. In case you're in need of more motivation, the classic combo popped back up in several resort and pre-fall collections. Now you can simply invest in pieces featuring both colors, but we're trying to stretch our fashion dollars. So we're picking up black clothing and accessories we can wear in more than one way that can transform our summer looks into autumn-appropriate ensembles.
Scroll down to see the best black staples to buy that'll bring new life to your go-to summer whites.
Eugenia Kim Cruella Leather Opera Glove, $259.99 at Trina Turk
Follow Khaite's example by enhancing a breezy white linen shirt and pants ensemble with a pair of black leather opera gloves. Work in black boots and a white clutch to polish things off.
Norba Stirrup Jersey Leggings, $155 at Moda Operandi
Slip on these leggings underneath a white midi or maxi skirt with a high slit for extra insulation. Pull the stirrups under white pumps and cap off the look with a long-sleeve T-shirt.
& Other Stories Buttoned Bouclé Jacket, $239 at & Other Stories
Top off flowy white pants with this structured jacket. Black ballet flats FTW.
Mango Midi Satin Skirt in Black, $69.99 at Mango
Team with one of your white button-down shirts and carry a white cardigan in case it gets cold. Complete the outfit with black ankle boots.
COS Scarf-Detail Wool Turtleneck Sweater in Black, $135 at COS
Layer over a white minidress, then layer black jeans underneath the aforementioned dress. Round out the look with black or white sneakers.
Zara ZW Collection Cut Out Dress, $109 at Zara
Wear under a white maxi shirtdress worn open. Then simply add in a pair of black and white boots.
Urban Revivo Skinny V-Neck Knitted Cardigan in Black, $89.90 at Urban Revivo
Create your own Schiaparelli moment by flaunting this statement cardigan over a plain white T-shirt. Finish off the striking look with black Bermuda shorts, opaque black tights and white heels.
COS Belted Wrap-Front Wool Pants, $190 at COS
Rock over a white textured swimsuit. Incorporate a black leather shirt and leave several buttons unbuttoned to provide a peek at your swimsuit. Black square-toe mules are a great way to balance out the look.
& Other Stories Sheer Pencil Midi Skirt, $119 at & Other Stories
Take this sheer skirt and slip it on over black ribbed leggings. Introduce a long-sleeve white polo shirt into the equation and wrap up the ensemble with stark kicks.
Pixie Market Agatha Leather Gold-Button Top, $179 at Pixie Market
Fortify that white long-sleeve beach cover-up by topping it off with this leather top. (No swimsuit required.) If your cover-up is semi-sheer, slip on black capri pants underneath for modesty. Then all you need is a pair of gold shoes to complement the gold buttons on the top.
