Master Summer-To-Fall Dressing On Your Next Trip By Layering Breathable Silhouettes
As carefree summer days meet fall’s first cool breezes, pairing swimwear with new-season knits is the ideal way to enjoy a sunny countryside frolic.
Photography ALBERTO TANDOI
Styled by JANOU MONTEAGUD
The brightly virescent trees, relentlessly radiant sun, deluge of ripe berries, and onslaught of back-to-school deals signal that the dog days of the balmy summer are upon us. As you frantically start booking your last-minute trip—whether a weekend jaunt to a rustic cabin in Upstate New York or a getaway to the enchanting Provencal town of Manosque - you might be looking for pieces that effortlessly usher the effervescent ethos of summer into the windier months. For your warm, picturesque day, seamlessly incorporate a mix of earthy and bold tones, featherweight silhouettes, and other traditional crisp autumnal attire elements that blend as effectively with timeless sandals and lightweight espadrilles as with chunky boots.
To nail in-between season style, opt for versatile pieces that allow for good airflow. A breezy cashmere sweater paired with a slouchy pair of wide-leg cotton jeans or a flowy midi skirt is the ultimate investment ensemble that will guarantee your utmost comfort while enabling you to aesthetically marry with the woody detritus and serene rivers.
If you’re savoring the scorching season with a refreshing dip in the Rives du Loup, digress from monochromatic colors and incorporate easily transitional summer-to-fall patterns like classic stripes and gingham into your swimwear. For a chic cover-up as you munch on herby pasta salad and sip on punchy orange wine sangria, add a casual open-front vest with a fun floral or geometric pattern. Or, throw on a relaxed-fit, short-sleeved button-up to create a comfortable feel with a classy look for your post-swim, sun-soaked countryside picnic that complements your checkered blanket and wicker picnic basket.
To embrace days of toasty sun-lit hours and chilly evenings with whispers of fall, perfect the art of layering. 'Tis the season of the sweater vest. The beloved, old-school silhouette is easily integrable with a classic t-shirt underneath. Pair it with crisp-cut tailored pants or streamlined shorts for an organically sophisticated appeal that synchronizes with the lichen-speckled mocha bark of the ancient woodlands. For another elevated look that cohesively blends garments, combine a sharp polo with a lightweight jersey knit cardigan on a night by the campfire to accompany the dancing smoke and twirling sunset orange embers. As the crumbling twigs and rustling gold leaves create a kaleidoscopic blanket that echoes the carefree ambiance of childhood, don’t be bashful to explore the color palette. Break up neutrals with a deep maroon or eye-popping purple for an unforgettable experience.
