Reese Witherspoon's pretty white dress and cowboy boots are the easiest way to wear summer favourites into autumn

The perfect formula for making your dresses work long after the temperatures cool

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Although we are heading into autumn, the sun is still shining, which means that you don't have to put away your best summer dresses just yet, especially when you style them appropriately.

Reese Witherspoon's latest look is the ultimate example of transitional dressing, showing that even the most summery pieces in your wardrobe can work well into September. She was spotted in a pretty white lace maxi dress with sturdy cowboy boots, showing us one of the best blueprints for late summer, early autumn dressing, and it's so easy to recreate.

Boots and a dress make the kind of outfit that makes sense for awkward late-summer weather. Her pretty lace dress is from LoveShackFancy and falls into a maxi silhouette, and the more structured footwear gives it an autumn-ready feeling. She adds a classic raffia tote, dangling earrings, and sunglasses, too.

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If you have a collection of lightweight dresses you've worn on repeat over the last few months, swapping your most comfortable sandals for something more practical or sturdy, like boots, can make them work perfectly for the cooler season. To finish off this outfit, layer up with a light cropped jacket; for added texture, try a suede blazer in a rich tan shade.

Cowboy boots are a great addition to dresses, especially those with floaty cuts or boho design features like embroidery or lace. They lean into the boho-chic trend with their Western-inspired features. Plus, if this is the type of boot style that can work with a range of autumn outfit ideas, from pairing with jeans to flared trousers, they are surprisingly versatile.

Molly Smith
Fashion Writer

Molly is a fashion writer for woman&home, whose journalistic career began with her enthusiasm for fashion. Having always been an avid writer, she has contributed to publications covering a variety of topics.

After graduating from her master's in Fashion History and Cultures, she transitioned to teaching at London College of Fashion, where she taught in fashion studies. Now, passionate about writing on the significance of fashion, she is dedicated to inspiring others through the power of dress.

Molly loves staying in the know with the latest fashion trends, and following celebrities for inspiration. Outside of work, she enjoys browsing vintage markets, reading a good novel, or trying new restaurants around London.

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