The best thing about Fall fashion is the versatility of transitional fashion AKA putting on whatever you want from multiple seasons at once, and rocking it.  Layering is a key component to transitional wear, but it can be kind of tricky if you don’t know how to work with proportions.  Never underestimate the power of a belt when layering.  Use them to create shape when you’re wearing multiple layers and your waistline has disappeared.  A button down shirt is always a great first layer to start with, and don’t be afraid to mix patterns.  This is where fashion and function meets, because you add and take away layers as the weather has its mood swings. Here is some style inspo to get you started on the right path. All photos taken from my Polyvore account.

This past weekend I took a brief break from the Big Apple to visit family and friends, and to host an amazing fashion networking event presented by Layllah Style.  They are two very stylish sisters from Atlanta that I’ve known for years, who collaborated to put together an event for women in fashion and beauty in Atlanta to network.  I had the pleasure of hosting a panel discussion composed of some of Atlanta’s up and coming and established entrepreneurs.  I’m so honored to have been a part of such an amazing event.

I’ll be posting the video footage of the panel discussion really soon.  Meanwhile you can shop with Layllah Style at www.layllah.com

Founder of fashion news site Buro 24/7, and former editor at Russian Harper’s Bazaar Miroslava Duma has the best outerwear of the season thus far.  I became a fan of hers last year via Instagram, and she hasn’t let me down since.  Known for her petite frame, Russian lineage, and sickening collection of high end designer clothing, her street style during fashion week reads like a spread in a glossy magazine. One thing that I noticed from observing her style is that she doesn’t have an extensive shoe collection, but she has key pairs that go with  most of her wardrobe, and they tend to be investment shoes.  It’s refreshing to see someone that has access to so much still keep it simple and dress smart.  She really allows her clothes to take front and center, and understandably so. PS she dresses her burgeoning baby bump in some of the best maternity style I’ve seen in a while. Photo: Instagram