The Gentle Transition

Issue 02 | October 2025

Andreea Bunescu, Visual Director

Photograph by Andreea Bunescu

There is something tender about the wardrobe shift from summer to autumn. The air softens, carrying both warmth and a gentle breeze. The light turns golden, and the colors of nature deepen into earthy tones. It is a season of transition, and perhaps my favorite one, because it invites creativity. The key is layering—adding softness, warmth, and texture, while still keeping the lightness of summer close by.

I love how simple it feels to carry summer pieces into fall. A cotton underskirt with embroidered edges makes a linen dress feel more seasonal. A blouse slipped under a sleeveless dress adds both warmth and charm. A skirt that danced in the summer air can be paired with tights and boots, suddenly becoming cozy. Each small adjustment feels like writing a new chapter for clothes I already love.

Knitwear is at the heart of this season---a soft cardigan draped loosely, a fine pullover layered over a blouse, or a vest that lets the details underneath still be seen. Wool pieces add tenderness, wrapping you without taking away the natural flow of dresses and skirts. They are delicate yet grounding, like a quiet embrace on a crisp morning.

Accessories play an important role too. A scarf can be tied at the neck, worn in the hair, or wrapped gently around the waist. A belt shapes the silhouette and brings balance when layering. Shoes tell their own story: boots for coziness or flats for softness and femininity. Even small details—wool socks peeking above boots, a knitted hat, a simple leather bag—make the outfit feel personal and alive.

Outerwear completes the picture. On warmer days, a light trench or coat is enough. As the air turns cooler, a wool coat—short or long—adds both elegance and comfort. Layering coats over natural fibers feels effortless and opens up so many possibilities. It reminds me that style does not need to be complicated; it just needs to feel true and intentional.

What I love most about this transition is how much room it leaves for creativity. With just a few simple pieces—linen, cotton, and wool—you can create endless combinations. Every day offers a new way to layer, to play with texture, to add warmth without losing lightness. It is not about buying something new but about cherishing what I already have and letting the season guide me.

Autumn is gentle like that. It teaches us to slow down, to rediscover familiar things, and to see them with fresh eyes. To me, natural fibers carry the spirit of simplicity—they breathe in summer, they warm in autumn, and they move with us through the changing seasons.

And so, when I step outside wrapped in layers, I feel both cozy and free. Grateful for the breeze, the golden light, and the chance to dress with softness, intention, and care. Fall reminds me that beauty is often found in the simplest details and in the way they come together to tell a story of change.