You Will Most Definitely Fall in Love With Our September Must Haves

It's been awhile since I wore a school uniform, but I have to confess I kind of miss that first-day-of-school feeling. Luckily, McQ has captured the back-to-school spirit for grown-ups in this chic plaid skirt ($490). How to style it? You'd struggle to stop me from adding a fluffy cardigan and Mary Janes, à la Cher from Clueless!

Because every so often I need to be reminded to take a chill pill ($170) — especially during the busy month of September!

I'm all about quirky accessories, and I used to eat Corn Flakes for breakfast every day as a kid. So maybe it's because I'm feeling nostalgic, but I'd love to add this Anya Hindmarch clutch ($1,595) to my wardrobe.

I've fallen in love with a pair of boots. It's embarrassing to admit, but like with a cute Tinder match, I find myself constantly going online to check out these Freda Salvador Star Booties ($595). They are perfect for Fall and versatile, thanks to the removable harness. Plus, unlike an online date, they'll stick with me all the way through Winter.

Fair warning: you will definitely be seeing me in a poncho this Fall. If I'm lucky, it'll be this cozy Isabel Marant patchwork one ($860).

Loeffler Randall released the Rider mini bag ($425), and I'm smitten. I can't get enough of the adorable shearling or the adorable size — now, I promise to condense everything I need to fit in just this one little carryall.

After learning so much about the history of pinstripes recently, I'm definitely going to jump on the Fall 2014 trend with this Vince Camuto one-button pinstripe blazer ($179).

I'm not one to DIY, but I'm pretty sure I'm going to take credit for the cool homespun feel of this Mangrove tie-dye scarf ($120), a perfect between-season accessory.

I never knew how much I needed a robe coat until I saw this AYR version ($485). Now, I don't know how I lived without it for so long!

I love earrings, but I tend to be the type who puts a pair in and just wears them forever. That wouldn't be such a bad thing in these Pamela Love Sun Ray Studs ($185). The design reminds me of the jewelry I lusted over when I took a road trip on Route 66: a little bit Western with the ability to look great with jeans or an LBD.

September is a busy time if you work in fashion, and for the next four weeks, this River Island tee ($44) is particularly appropriate. Even if you're not attending the shows, it offers up a fun (and affordable) way to get into the spirit of Fashion Week.

If Tory Burch and Karl Lagerfeld say it's OK to wear sneakers, you don't have to tell me twice. This navy and hot-pink pair ($185) is so stylish, the only running I'll be doing in them is to the subway.

Not that I haven't always had a place in my heart — and closet — for a little leopard print. But, since it's made a full-fledged comeback for Fall, I'm about to make this Carven skirt ($490) my go-to.

Getting ready for Fashion Week is like getting ready to go back to school, and these Reformation overalls ($218) are all I'll need to feel like the coolest kid on the first day of class.

I'm obsessed with wearing bandannas as headbands, and there's something about the Western vibe these Hermès scarves ($195) give off that feels appropriate for Fall. I'd choose the hunter-green shade in the hopes it might bring out my eyes.

Now that I'm reporting from the Midwest, I'm going to have to cautiously attempt the whole normcore thing. These Kenneth Cole slip-on sneakers ($79) are a good cool-yet-comfortable starting point.

Blushy basics, like this Gap fitted boyfriend shirt ($50), let me hold on to the last of Summer, even though Fall is slowly creeping up.

I couldn't help but obsess over Hannah's choker roundup, and now the necklaces are all I can think about. I'd love a sleek gold style, like this one by Michael Kors ($145, available for preorder) that I can wear with my longer, daintier chains.

Bottom line: MyOtherBag's painted tote ($35) is the closest I'll ever get to working a day clutch (and definitely the closest I'll get to the Alexander McQueen version).

As the temperature drops, it's time to bring out the warmer layers, and nothing says Autumn (or Fall) like a leather jacket. The Whistles Dylan Leather Biker Jacket ($575) is a modern classic style that is worth every penny. I love using leather to add an edge to Summer florals so I don't have to pack them away quite so early!

Have you seen a cooler heeled loafer than this one by Acne ($600)? Didn't think so.

I'm using every last excuse to show off a bit of extra skin before it's finally sweater weather. This striped Reformation Turner two-piece ($148) has a little bit of French flair and is a great alternative to a slinky dress. The long skirt helps balance out the bare midriff, so you look sexy with a little extra je ne sais quoi.