The 5 Most Important Layering Pieces to Own This Season

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Check your calendars: Tomorrow marks the official first day of fall, but we've been in the fall mindset for weeks already. We've been busy planning our fall outfits and have been waiting patiently for the exact moment that the forecast starts to usher in some cooler weather so we can finally capitalize on all the inspiration we've amassed. In order to transition our wardrobes seamlessly into fall, though, it's all about layering.

You've probably heard it so often before that it feels like a cliché, but once more can't hurt: layering is the key to taking your most beloved summertime pieces into fall and navigating all the weird in-between weather with ease. To make it an even easier transition, we're breaking down all the essentials you need. Luckily, our Who What Wear collection at Target is stocking the perfect pieces transitional pieces—all for under $50. From thin knits to lightweight jackets, see which items are in our layering capsule wardrobe and then shop the affordable picks below.

Jackets

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The timeless blazer

The lightweight jacket

The bomber jacket

The trench coat

The layering vest

Dresses

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The printed midi dress

The wrap dress

The sleeveless dress

Jumpsuits

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The utility jumpsuit

The sleeveless jumpsuit

Knits

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The cardigan

The long-sleeve layering knit

The henley

The thin ribbed knit

Tops

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The printed blouse

The 3/4 sleeve top

The staple T-shirt

Now you're all set to embrace the cooler weather that awaits.

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Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.