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8 Summer Pieces to Wear All Through Fall

It's easy to get extra mileage out of your summer faves.

By Julia Davila August 10, 2016

Bell Sleeves

This '70s silhouette is more popular than ever, adding drama and volume to your look. A statement sleeve can be paired with corduroy trousers for the office or a denim mini to add instant cool. Roksanda bell-sleeve stretch cady top, $780 at Matches Fashion.

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Bell Sleeves

This '70s silhouette is more popular than ever, adding drama and volume to your look. A statement sleeve can be paired with corduroy trousers for the office or a denim mini to add instant cool. Cropped bell sleeve top, $19.90 at Forever 21.

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Mules

A chunky heel and a no-nonsense shape works effortlessly from home to work to after-dinner drinks. Jeffrey Campbell 'Perpetua' open-toe suede mule, $109.95 at Nordstrom.

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Mules

A chunky heel and a no-nonsense shape works effortlessly from home to work to after-dinner drinks. Intentionally Blank woven mule slides, $149 at Urban Outfitters.

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Mules

A chunky heel and a no-nonsense shape works effortlessly from home to work to after-dinner drinks. Sole Society 'Luella' floral embroidered mules, $79.95 at Sole Society.

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Slip Dresses

Worn over thick knits or under a moto jacket, slip dresses are no longer just for sleeping. New Look cami slip dress, $30 at ASOS.

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Slip Dresses

Worn over thick knits or under a moto jacket, slip dresses are no longer just for sleeping. Shooting Star slip, $78 at Free People.

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Flat-Lens Sunglasses

These curve-less lenses come in all shapes and sizes to provide balance and complement your overall style. Illesteva mirrored Leonard flat sunglasses, $117 at Bloomingdale's.

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Flat-Lens Sunglasses

These curve-less lenses come in all shapes and sizes to provide balance and complement your overall style. Logan flat-lens sunglasses, $14 at Francesca's.

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Flat-Lens Sunglasses

These curve-less lenses come in all shapes and sizes to provide balance and complement your overall style. Dior 'Technos' 57mm sunglasses, $560 at Nordstrom.

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Off-The-Shoulder Tops

A shoulder-revealing top is the latest way to show off your sun-kissed skin. AEO soft & sexy off-the-shoulder shirt, $29.95 at American Eagle.

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Off-The-Shoulder Tops

A shoulder-revealing top is the latest way to show off your sun-kissed skin. Ella Moss 'Kiana' off-the-shoulder top, $94 (on sale) at Ella Moss.

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Off-The-Shoulder Tops

A shoulder-revealing top is the latest way to show off your sun-kissed skin. Bardot caught sleeve bustier top, $69 at Revolve Clothing.

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Denim Mini

Offerings flashbacks of Paris Hilton and Laguna Beach, the denim miniskirt is back, from Selena Gomez sporting one front row at Louis Vuitton to Alexa Chung making one a centerpiece of her street style. Tuck in your top, choose a mini that isn’t too short and pair it with flats or sneakers. High-waisted raw hem denim mini skirt, $49.90 at Express.

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Denim Mini

Offerings flashbacks of Paris Hilton and Laguna Beach, the denim miniskirt is back, from Selena Gomez sporting one front row at Louis Vuitton to Alexa Chung making one a centerpiece of her street style. Tuck in your top, choose a mini that isn’t too short and pair it with flats or sneakers. Ksubi albino denim mini skirt, $196 at Planet Blue.

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Denim Mini

Offerings flashbacks of Paris Hilton and Laguna Beach, the denim miniskirt is back, from Selena Gomez sporting one front row at Louis Vuitton to Alexa Chung making one a centerpiece of her street style. Tuck in your top, choose a mini that isn’t too short and pair it with flats or sneakers. J Brand button-front frayed hem demin mini, $39.97 (on sale) at Nordstrom Rack.

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Flatforms

Derided by non-believers as ugly, the refined cousin of platforms is a cool and comfy shoe that adds a bit of edge to any outfit. Steve Madden 'Snorkell' flatform sandals in rose gold, $79.95 at Steve Madden.

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Flatforms

Derided by non-believers as ugly, the refined cousin of platforms is a cool and comfy shoe that adds a bit of edge to any outfit. KG by Kurt Geiger satin flatform sandals, $178 at ASOS.

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Flatforms

Derided by non-believers as ugly, the refined cousin of platforms is a cool and comfy shoe that adds a bit of edge to any outfit. Teva universal crafted flatform sandal, $100 at Urban Outfitters.

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Midi Dress

With simple styling and the length just below the knee, midi dresses can be both elegant and feminine. Kendall + Kylie laser-cut fitted midi dress, $168 at Neiman Marcus.

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Midi Dress

With simple styling and the length just below the knee, midi dresses can be both elegant and feminine. Jersey tank dress, $98 at Madewell.

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Midi Dress

With simple styling and the length just below the knee, midi dresses can be both elegant and feminine. Bardot off-shoulder pencil midi dress, $36 at ASOS.

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If you hadn't noticed, it's hot right now. Really hot. Call it wishful thinking, but we have to believe fall and relief from triple-digit temperatures is right around the corner. What does that mean for your summer wardrobe? Stick with these timeless trends and you've got looks that will keep you stylish all through the fall.

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