Seasonal Collections
Transitional Pieces: How to Style Sue’s Fashions Between Seasons
Apr
The calendar might say one season, but the weather often has other ideas! Those in-between weeks – not quite summer but not fully fall, or hovering between winter and spring – can be the trickiest to dress for.
Today, let’s talk about transitional dressing and how to get more wear from your favorite Sue’s Fashions pieces all year round.
Our Favorite Transitional Hero: The Daybreak Dress
If you already own our Daybreak Dress, you know why we call it a “four-season friend.” Its simple shape works in any weather, depending on how you style it.
In warmer weather, wear it on its own with sandals. When there’s a chill in the air, add our Light Breeze Cardigan and a pair of ankle boots. In the coldest months, layer it over our Soft Whisper Leggings with a long-sleeve top underneath.
One dress, endless possibilities!
The Layer-Ready Top
Our Meadow View Tops are designed with transitional weather in mind. The sleeves hit just above the elbow – perfect for those days that start cool but warm up by afternoon.
The slightly relaxed fit gives you room to wear a thin layer underneath when needed, but the top still looks great on its own. The neckline works equally well open or with a scarf.
Many customers tell us they buy this top in several colors because it’s so versatile!
The Any-Season Cardigan
The Open Sky Cardigan might be the hardest-working piece in your closet. We made it from a special cotton blend that offers warmth without weight.
On cool summer evenings, drape it over your shoulders. In fall, wear it buttoned as a light jacket. In winter, it becomes the perfect middle layer under a coat. Come spring, it’s just right for those sunny-but-breezy days.
Simple Ways to Transition Any Outfit
Even beyond these specific pieces, here are some easy ways to make all your Sue’s Fashions work between seasons:
- Roll sleeves up or down – Many of our tops and dresses are designed with sleeves that look equally good rolled up or worn down.
- Play with socks – Our dresses that hit below the knee look lovely with bare legs in warm weather, but add knee socks or tights when it’s cooler.
- One layer makes all the difference – A simple white t-shirt under our sleeveless dresses transforms them for cooler days.
- Swap your shoes – The same dress feels summer-ready with sandals but autumn-appropriate with ankle boots.
We design with these transitions in mind, thinking about how each piece might serve you in different weather. That’s why you’ll notice details like slightly wider necklines (perfect for layering) and sleeves with pretty cuffs (designed to be seen when pushed up).
Fashion should make your life easier, not harder. With a few thoughtful Sue’s Fashions pieces, you can navigate those tricky between-season weeks with grace and comfort.
What’s your favorite Sue’s Fashions piece to wear between seasons? Share your styling tips in the comments!
