Style hacks: How to rock summer clothes this fall

Autumn is not a reason to hide summer clothes in the far corner of the closet. Light dresses, tops, and T-shirts can be easily adapted to cooler weather if paired correctly with warmer items. Ukrainian stylist Olena Shevchenko explains how to do it right and look stylish.
When summer gives way to autumn, it is the perfect time for fashion experiments. There is no need to put away your summer wardrobe in the most remote corner of the closet; instead, add warmer clothes, texture, and use your imagination.
The secret to a stylish transitional look is simple: a light summer piece + a warm autumn piece = style without extra expenses.
How to wear summer clothes in autumn
Contrast of textures: Light plus solid
The key to autumn style lies in combining contrasts. For example, a linen dress easily adapts to autumn if paired with a knitted sweater or a leather jacket. The lightness of the fabric takes on new depth with heavier materials.
What to wear in autumn 2025 (photo: instagram.com/purpur.stylist)
Layering as must-have
What was a complete look in summer becomes part of a layered combination in autumn. A top that was worn on bare skin in summer can now be paired with a shirt, a bomber jacket, or a trench coat on top. It is not only about style but also about functionality in unpredictable weather.
How to combine autumn and summer clothes (photo: instagram.com/purpur.stylist)
Play of textures
Autumn is the season of textures. Smooth satin gains depth next to tweed, while chiffon takes on a new voice alongside denim or leather. Mix matte and glossy, voluminous and delicate, and create your own fashion language.
How to combine autumn and summer clothes (photo: instagram.com/purpur.stylist)
Visual 'weight'
An autumn look is also about balancing "weight." Airy fabrics look harmonious with visually heavy pieces. For example, a chiffon blouse with a leather skirt creates a fresh and elegant look. What matters here is not the literal weight but the density and character of the materials.
How to combine autumn and summer clothes (photo: instagram.com/purpur.stylist)
Examples of stylish combos
Linen dress plus chunky cardigan
In summer with sandals, in autumn with an oversized cardigan and boots. The contrast of airy and heavy.
Slip dress plus tweed blazer
Satin or silk on its own looks bare. With tweed, it becomes complete.
Chiffon blouse plus jeans plus trench coat
In summer with shorts. In autumn, balanced with rough denim and trench fabric.
White T-shirt plus satin midi skirt plus leather biker jacket
A light romantic look turns stylish and contrasting thanks to bold leather.
Strappy top plus oversized shirt plus coat
A summer basic becomes a layered foundation for an autumn wardrobe.
How to wear summer clothes in autumn: stylish combinations that work (photo: instagram.com/purpur.stylist)
The transitional season is not about limitations but about opportunities. Your summer dress will still serve you well; just add an autumn touch. Do not be afraid to mix, experiment, and discover new combinations. Autumn is the time for stylish solutions.
Previously, we revealed what shade will be the trendiest in autumn 2025.