Are we the only ones wondering, “how is it already August?” We’ve got mixed feelings: we never want summer to end, but jacket weather sounds nice too. So this month we’ve picked our favorite new arrivals that are the best of both worlds. Our must-haves include both a dress you can throw on tomorrow and the jacket you’ll wear all fall long, plus all the pretty, practical pieces in between.

01. Gingham
We’re living in this shirt dress, and for good reason: it’s got that sacred combination of comfort and style.

02. The Flutter Sleeve
If the pretty pleats don’t sell you on this blouse, the gorgeous, saturated color should do the trick.

03. The T-Shirt Dress
The perfect tee, but in dress form. What more could dog walks, afternoons lounging, and weekend errands ask for?

04. The Floral Blouse
These days we’re looking for any excuse to dress up a little - enter this pretty, feminine floral blouse.

05. Neutral Accessories
The neutral sweater, flats, shades, and tote: think of this as your transitional outfit foundation.

06. The Day Dress
Wear this now on a staycation and later with flats and a scarf. It’s our solution to looking put together in a flash (without much effort.)

07. The Denim Shirt
This shirt combines cowboy cool with classic chic for a piece we’re wearing today, tomorrow, and all year long.

08. Transitional Accessories
Stylish leopard, lux velvet, detailed embroidery. Any one of these details will be an instant mood lift.

09. The Cardigan
While we’re not traveling to Paris any time soon, this awesome cardigan is giving us all the French-girl style we’re craving (no passport necessary.)

10. The Quilted Jacket
This is the coat we can’t keep in stock year after year. We can see why: it’s the perfect length and weight, plus it has a useful hood and pockets.