If you haven't heard, shackets are the new pumpkin spice latté; a fall essential that's lovable, cozy, and sets the mood for the season. If you're not already in the fall mood we hope these style tips and new pre-fall pieces will get you excited for updating your wardrobe and getting ready for all the new trends coming your way. Keep reading to find 10 ways that we will be styling shackets as we transition into fall!

1. Light And Layered

IMAGE VIA: @SHEALEIGHMILLS | FEATURED: EASY DAY CAMEL PLAID SHACKET, STACY TAUPE TIE-BACK TOP

Make your summer wardrobe last into the fall season by layering your basic crop tops and tanks under your shackets! This way you're layering your shackets over something light and not too thick if the weather isn't in total fall mode yet.

2. Pop Of Color

 

IMAGE VIA: @KELCLIGHT | FEATURED: AZEALIA HUNTER GREEN PLAID JACKET

As much as we love pairing our little black basics together, it's always fun to switch up the look with a pop of color! This is the simplest way to stylize your shackets effortlessly for an off-duty lounge look that still looks trendy and wearable for any occasion. Plus this look will emphasize the fall coloring in your shacket and make it pop!

3. Touch Of Fall

IMAGE VIA: @KRISTINCPRESSLEY | FEATURED: ON TIME CHOCOLATE PLAID SHACKET, MOLLY CAMEL RIBBED DRESS, LANA WHITE BLOCK HEEL BOOTIES

If you're not quite ready to reach for the heavy sweaters and jackets, this look is for you. Instead, go for a sleeveless rib knit sweater dress to keep things light underneath, and style your shackets off the shoulder for an effortless and transitional fall look. Just add a pair of ankle booties to complete your outfit!

4. Style Switch-Up

FEATURED: JAMIE TAUPE RIBBED CROP TANK TOP, SEIZE THE DAY DISTRESSED DENIM CUT-OFF SHORTS, CHELSEA SAFFRON PLAID FLANNEL TOP, LANA WHITE BLOCK HEEL BOOTIES

Tie it up if you're in the fall mood but the weather isn't! Style your shacket around your waist to accentuate your curves and your outfit! Pair with simple basics like denim shorts and crop tops to add the perfect mix of summer and fall.

5. Top It Off

FEATURED: RUBY CAMEL BUTTON DOWN SHACKET, CAROLINA BEIGE HAT

Give your shackets some flair by topping the look off with a wide brimmed hat. This chic accessory is always a seasonal favorite and makes any outfit instantly stand out from the crowd.

6. Dress It Down

IMAGE VIA: @JESSICALTEAGUE | EASY DAY CAMEL PLAID SHACKET, KIYA CHARCOAL GREY ASYMMETRICAL MIDI DRESS

Give your fancier dresses a break from formal occasions and turn them into everyday essentials to pair with shackets for a totally new and transformed look. Trade your heels for sneakers and you'll be ready to take on the weekend from day to night.

7. Blue Jean Basics

FEATURED: ON TIME BLACK AND WHITE PLAID SHACKET, SULLI DISTRESSED STRAIGHT LEG JEANS, DANA BLACK STRAPPY HEELS

An instant easy outfit when you pair your trendy blue jeans with a chic shacket for everyday looks. We're obsessing over all the wide leg distressed jeans this season which are perfect for doubling up with any shacket. Make this your go-to fall look by adding simple basics underneath to finish off the look.

8. Playful Plaid Details

FEATURED: FERN CAMEL DISTRESSED CORDUROY JACKET, CHELSEA SAFFRON PLAID FLANNEL TOP

Corduroy shackets are perfect for pairing with plaid flannels because they can accentuate the coloring of any plaid print while keeping your outfit more subtle and solid toned. Plus you'll wanna get your hands on anything corduroy this season because it's become another basic fall essential to mix, match, and layer!

9. Add Some Edge

  

ON TIME BLACK AND WHITE PLAID SHACKET, ZIA BLACK COMBAT BOOTS

When you're looking for a wardrobe refresh, transform the look of your everyday shacket outfits by turning them into high-fashion girly grunge looks. The easiest way to do this is by accessorizing with jewelry, purses, ankle boots, heels, etc., and belting your oversized shacket at the waist to add dimension. Throw on a pair of biker shorts underneath to peek through.

10. Keep It Classic

KRIS DISTRESSED DENIM BUTTON DOWN SNAP SHACKET, JAMIE BLACK RIBBED CROP TANK TOP, CHRISTA WHITE SKINNY JEANS

For those days you're hung up on what to wear, go for your classic timeless outfit because it's easy to throw together and looks effortless while making you look elevated. Pair some classic skinnies, a basic crop, and heels together with a lightweight denim shacket layered atop to add the finishing touch.