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The Secret to Early Fall Fashion

by Sue Williamson

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According to stylish stars like Emily Ratajkowski, Gigi Hadid, and Abbey Lee Kershaw, the key to mastering summer-to-fall fashion is a mid-length skirt. Take note.

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Emily Ratajkowski incorporated the trend into her stylish world tour for “We Are Your Friends.” She paired a suede Brunello Cucinelli pencil skirt with an Atea Oceanie bodysuit and Sophia Webster sandals. All she needs is an oversized sweater for this to be a full-blown fall look.

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Model-actress Abbey Lee Kershaw puts her signature badass spin on a Marina Hoermanseder version of the midi with summery Celine sandals and a fall-ready manicure.

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Wearing a perforated leather skirt over an off-the shoulder tunic (both by Miu Miu), Hailee Steinfeld demonstrates how to debut a Fall 2015 piece you just can’t wait to wear.

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The always-chic Ciara keeps it simple in a David Koma dress and Kurt Geiger shoes—she knows that monochrome has no seasonal restrictions.

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Leather pleated skirts are going to be everywhere this fall. Bella Heathcote gets a headstart in Gucci, with a sweet lace camisole and brown lace-up sandals.

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If battling a breezy summer night, take a cue from Olivia Palermo’s cozy Christian Dior Spring 2015 skirt and drapey black blouse, worn with a subtly printed sandal to keep things light.

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Pair a mid-length skirt with a red lip like Chloe Moretz (in Gucci Resort 2016 and Casadei sandals).

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Or tone things down with a polo like Michelle Monaghan, seen here wearing Erdem.

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Double up on transitional staples like Jena Malone’s oversized Max Mara denim jacket.

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When in doubt, remember that brown accessories instantly make a look fall-ready. Exhibit A: Gigi Hadid in a white Asos dress, and earthy accessories including cat-eye sunnies, a belt, and a Michael Kors “Casey” tote.

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