Sweaters are my essentials for the season. This year, patterns are a must and are selling fast in anticipation for the upcoming cool weather. Although this October heat may be nice temporarily, we all know it will be chilly before we know it. The last thing we want to be is unprepared.

Another must have – the mini cognac handbag. Use as a clutch or crossbody & free your shoulders from a massive handbag that we occasionally struggle with (unless that’s just me..) This color goes with everything on the fall color palette & is a timeless accessory.

Francesca’s offers two out of the three items below. The peach/white/oatmeal square pattern sweater (that’s a mouthful) is by C.Wonder and unfortunately no longer available :[ However, the store has a great selection of other fall friendly sweaters here.