I’m always sad when summer is over but on the other side I really look forward to get dressed for fall. I’m very specific about the essentials, there are too many options out there. Usually I’m stocking up on chic yet convenient basics which go with everything. Last fall for example, I bought a wonderful wool felt hat by Los Angeles based designer, Janessa Leone. She creates minimalist high quality designs which last through the seasons. Exactly what I was looking for in order to avoid massive consumption and this feeling of ‘having so much but nothing to wear’. Sure, high quality comes at a certain price point, but if you count down years this garment serves you, you will be surprised. Isn’t that way more economic than investing in fast fashion? I created a list with my fall ‘all stars’. These items return every year and go with almost every outfit, because that’s what great design is all about.