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Oh how I miss my days in the Midwest walking the path to my home taking in all the fall beauty while the leaves crunch under my feet.  I pity the residents of Southern California who have never experienced the transition from summer to fall, and fall to winter.  In fact I pity myself for all the cute fall looks I planned but haven't been able to wear at all, well I could but I would look really stupid in an over-sized sweater dress in 80 degree weather.

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Something I've had to stretch out is the use of my shorts, they were casual during the summertime but the fall fashion is meant for a more polished loo
k in my book.  Therefore shorts go from casual to classy in a quick and easy step and all you have to add is: stockings and tights!

The best part about this look is the instant polish it adds to my boring sweaters or silk blouse, doesn't hurt that my legs look amazing in them either.  The worst thing about this look is over-thinking the look and worrying about the right shoe.

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Personally open toed shoes with stocking makes for a horrendous appearance of the duck feet, the webbed monster is not a friend to fashion or style.  Stick to the closed toed variety with shoes such as boots or stilletos when it comes to stocking, proceed with caution if wearing flats as it can go very stumpy and unkempt.  On the other hand having tights with open toed shoes make for a edgy street look.

The main attraction to the look will be the tights underneath so why not give 'em a little show.  Leighton Meester on the right has the right idea with the patterned tights with bright pink shorts.  There are so many kinds of patterns and materials shorts no longer need to stay buried until next summer.

Have at least one pair of dress shorts for late night dinners with friends or for a presentable look be it in class or if your work allows the look.  Depending on the look you're going for play up your accessories, solid black and classic you could keep the jewelry clean and classic.  Or you could layer on bangles and  add a sleek hoop for an unexpected surprise.

Remember this is a head to toe look so take your time and don't be afraid to mix different looks together.  Always, always with this look is to walk like there is a string pulling you up and ambition pushing you forward.

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