Dressing nice in this awkward time between summer and fall can feel rough, but adding a better-than-basic top can complete an outfit. Here are a bunch of fantastic Better Than Basic tops for this summer-to-fall transition.
How do you dress during this awkward time between summer and fall? I always struggle to know what season to dress for when the weather is all over the place. But, some elevated pieces will really make your outfits sine, and help you feel put together during this time. Today I’m sharing my favorite better than basic summer to fall tops that will add interest to your outfit.
WHAT MAKES A TOP BETTER THAN BASIC?
These are the kinds of tops that are a step above your basic t-shirts. We all have t-shirts, and they’re essential in a closet but they can be boring!
Here are some things to look for in a Better Than Basic top.
- Fabric – the quality or type of the fabric makes a big difference in how nice a top looks and feels. Linen, lace, eyelet, ponte knit, crisp cotton…all are great choices.
- Color – bright or saturated colors are fun and not so basic!
- Print – stripes, polka dots, floral, gingham,
- Shape – peplum, wrap style, button up, flowy, cropped, boxy, fitted – lots of options here!
- Sleeve and neckline details – puffed sleeves, square or v-shaped necklines, ruffle neck, ruffle sleeves, tie sleeves…so many more options here too.
Here I am in a few summer-to-fall transition tops I have been loving lately:
Everlane Way High Jeans in Mid-Indigo / Green Amazon Sweater / Rails Penelope Sweater/ Madewell Loafer
Everlane Way High Jeans in Mid-Indigo / Walmart Floral Top / Boden Floral Top / Similar Red Ballet Flats
Everlane Way High Jeans in Mid-Indigo / Black Lace Sleeve Top / Denim Anthropologie Puff Sleeve Top ( Similar Top in stock HERE) / Target Buckle Flats
Everlane Way High Jeans in Mid-Indigo / Boden Yellow Top / Striped Body Suit / Madewell Loafer
There are so many great better than basic tops out there right now! Here are a few good ones, and I’ve rounded up MORE THAN 75 at the bottom of this post at all different price points and in all different colors and styles.
Amazon Favorites Better than Basic Tops:
