Although autumn is approaching, this doesn’t mean you need to splash out on a whole new wardrobe. With just a couple of handy tips you should be able to save both your pennies and the planet!

It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over. You might have expected some long, hot lazy evenings but this year’s wet weather probably meant that those shorts you bought back in June have been long forgotten. Still, try not to let the unpredictable weather rain on your parade as our transitional tips will show you how to get as much wear as possible out of your favourite pieces.

One of the quickest ways of making any summer outfit more wearable as the temperature drops is to swap your sandals for ballet flats or loafers. On the subject of footwear, nude suede ankle boots will take you effortlessly from summer into autumn as they look just as good with dresses as they do over skinny jeans.

Or you can layer, layer and layer again. Wear the thinnest layers closest to your skin and thicken up as you work outwards. If you want to mix and match patterns, choose pastel shades for a pulled-together look and add some vibrant colours with scarves and jewellery. Use furry gilets to finish off printed blouses (especially ones with a pussy-bow neckline). Still feeling the chill? Then you can take it to the next level by treating yourself to the latest blanket coats or capes to wear on top.

If you just can’t part with your favourite shorts or cropped trousers, turn them into autumn basics by pairing with blouses and jackets of the same colour or fabric. Another way to take your shorts and mini skirts through the seasons is by teaming them with tights. Woolly tights are bang on trend again and look even better when worn with ankle socks and loafers.

For extra cosiness wear a knitted retro-look cardigan and drape a scarf around your neck. If wide-leg trousers were your favourite go-to wardrobe piece this summer, then keep them going by teaming with pointed-toe boots and topping with chunky kimono-style jackets and knitted scarves. Did you wear your shorts with teensy-weensy bralettes or cropped tanks and don’t want to lose the look? Then invest in some sheer or crochet-style jumpers and let your tops shine through.

Longline T-shirts and silky tops are just perfect for peeking out under jumpers. This looks even better if your jumper has an uneven hemline. When it comes to pinching pennies this is a great look because you can create your own personal style yourself.

Maxi dresses were all the rage this summer. Have you got a favourite that you don’t want to put away? A beautiful dress is an investment for summer and beyond – simply add a thin jumper as the seasons start to change. Choose subtle, tonal shades or opt for a bright contrast if you really want to get noticed.

Block heels lift hems off the ground and are perfect for all-day-long comfort. For an edgier look, just throw on a leather biker jacket over your summery floral prints. Alternatively take a skimpy shift dress and wear it over thin polo necks. Polo necks are great wardrobe pieces for layering, adding instant warmth and panache.

Summer harem pants or printed silky trousers can have their life extended by teaming with ribbed tops under structured jackets and worn with loafers. Jeans, of course, are the perfect choice for year-round wear and it’s easy to stretch their life from summer to autumn looks.

Summery skinny jeans in grey or light blue team brilliantly with tops and jackets in metallic fabrics and worn with the latest ankle boots. A quick transitional fix is to warm up the colours of your accessories by stacking on more jewellery. Change your pretty pastel nail polish for deep greens, blues, greys and plums, wear deeper red lipsticks and accessorise with chunky necklaces made of warm-coloured stones and enamels.