Golden Hour Harvest: Endless Blu Asymmetrical Cutout Crop in Marsala, $38; Modern Soul Boutique, 59 S Blvd of the Presidents, Sarasota, 941-650-6808, modernsoulboutique.com, @modernsoul_boutique; Hudson Remi High Rise Cropped Straight Jeans, $205; T.Georgiano's Boutique, 1409-B 1st St., Sarasota, tgeorgianos.com, @tgeorgianos; Minkpink Beige and Maroon Fringe Cardigan, $129; Blend Fashion House, S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-552-9379, blendfashionhouse.com, @blend_fashion_house.

EXPOSED SHOULDERS

No need to give the cold shoulder, exposed shoulders and necklines are flattering for any figure—boasting an element of seduction and sass paired with class. Whether it’s a simple thin-strapped crop top or a long-sleeved cocktail dress, dare to bare one shoulder, or both of them, with these bold yet feminine neckline shapes. Revealing a hint of décolletage with a one-shoulder cross top or off-the-shoulder silhouette is proving to be the perfect balance of modesty and sultry for a Floridian fall—especially when paired with a slouchy cardigan sweater or statement gold necklace.

Floral Frolic: Ivory Suede Braided Wide Brim Summer Hat, $34, Marmalade Surfside Boutique, 5129 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, 941-346-7263, @marmaladesurfside. Olivaceous Floral Print Mini Dress, $84; Fixxation Boutique, 1108 N Orange Ave., Sarasota, 941-467-3553, fixxationboutique.com, @fixxationbtq.

Sultry After Sundown: Kaya Black Floral Dress, $129; Woven Black Belt with Resin Buckle, $55; Blend Fashion House, 1913 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-552-9379, blendfashionhouse.com, @blend_fashion_house; Steve Madden Glow Black Leather Boot, $130; T.Georgiano’s Boutique, 1409-B 1st St., Sarasota, tgeorgianos.com, @tgeorgianos. Autumnal picnic set-up created and courtesy of Sarasota Alfresco, sarasotaalfresco.com, @sarasotaalfresco. 

MATCHING SETS

When did matchy matching become such a thing? Now a stylish staple for a wide range of activities—from Netflix and chillin’ with the boo to a business lunch with clients and drinks downtown with the girls—matching sets have you covered (literally and figuratively) for, quite literally, any occasion.  Cozy loungewear sets have all the comfort for sinking into the couch all day but chic enough to appear “put together” enough to leave the house and run errands. The bold pop of color paralleled from top to bottom, paired with the soft quality knit material of these loungewear fits mean you can essentially live your sweats day in and day out. When it comes due time to class it up a bit, you don’t have to miss a matching beat by choosing a “power suit” type look with a matching linen blazer and trouser duo. This complementary business casual look lives at the intersection of conservatism and boldness—making color and fabric coordination head-to-toe the key to achieving a must-have monochromatic moment. 

ATHLEISURE WEAR

A fitting contraction of the words “athletic” and “leisure,” athleisure wear has played a major role in sportswear’s resurgence on the fashion scene. Combining functionality and sleek minimalist design, it’s become largely acceptable for people to sport the look in non-athletic settings. This trend, supporting “transition” moments with leggings, biker shorts and other yoga pants, paired with flattering crop top-style sports bras, can be worn anytime, anywhere, and continues to go viral—even reaching premium and luxury brands who want a piece of this niche segment. These simplistic, flexible ensembles serve both fashion and function so you’ll be ready to hit the John Ringling Bridge for a morning jog with your workout pal and still look sporty-cute grabbing a bite afterwards at The Overton.

One with Nature: Splits 59 Dream Techflex Bra in Fire, $74; Splits 59 Dream Techflex High Waisted Legging, $114; Lotus Boutique, 1464 Main St., Sarasota, 941-906-7080, lotus-boutiques.myshopify.com, @lotusboutique; Lululemon Reversible Lavender/Teal Mat 5mm, $88; The Yoga Shack, 514 Central Ave., Sarasota, 941-681-8029, theyogashack.com,@yogashacklife. 

Namaste in the Van: Suede Olive Hat, $35; Blend Fashion House, 1913 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-552-9379, blendfashionhouse.com, @blend_fashion_house; Beyond Yoga Green Tiger Stripe Legging, $100; Joah Brown Second Skin Tank, $76; T.Georgiano’s Boutique, 1409-B 1st St., Sarasota, 941-870-3727, tgeorgianos.com, @tgeorgianos; Lululemon Reversible Lavender/Teal Mat 5mm, $88; The Yoga Shack, 514 Central Ave., Sarasota, 941-681-8029, theyogashack.com, @yogashacklife. Suncoast Vans renovated, high roof extended white Ford Transit, suncoastvans.com, inquiries@suncoastvans.com, @suncoastvans.

CORE CUTOUTS

Alluring but tasteful, slender slashes and slits are opening up in the most flattering of ways. Cutouts of all geometric shapes are showing a peek of the upper abdomen/lower ribs to expose the oft-hidden area of the core—offering a flash of subtle skin that adds just the right element of mystique to an outfit.  This subtly revealing look is wearable and achievable for any body type—incorporating that artfully placed window to the skin in an ongoing body-positivity movement—all the while providing a little extra ventilation on a day of warm Sarasota sun.

Rural Combat: Brown Fedora Hat with Studded Leather Band, $45; After Hours Jumpsuit, $68; Blend Fashion House, 1913 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-552-9379, blendfashionhouse.com, @blend_fashion_house; Sanctuary Suede Combat Boot in Taupe Grey, $54; Motel Therapy, 532 S Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, 941-260-2277, moteltherapy.com, @moteltherapy.

STATEMENT BOOTS

Time to put your best foot forward—we’re bringing the boots back, baby. The first sign of autumnal feels in Florida means booties are calling, even despite the lingering humidity. Whether it’s western wear-inspired cowboy boots, edgy utilitarian combat boots that hit the lower calf, funky crocodile skin or snakeskin textured textiles, or ankle silhouettes paired with a heel or wedge, boots are ready to have their moment back. And these ones were indeed made for walkin’– or strutting, rather.

Fire Fierce Footing: Coconuts by Matisse Footwear Fawn Over You Ankle Boot, $70; Blend Fashion House, 1913 S Osprey Ave., Sarasota, 941-552-9379, blendfashionhouse.com, @blend_fashion_house; Sanctuary Suede Combat Boot in Taupe Grey, $54; Dolce Vita Huey Ivory Crocodile Print Leather Boot, $140; Motel Therapy, 532 S Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, 941-260-2277, moteltherapy.com, @moteltherapy; AGL Violanda Bootie in Oslo Grey, $470; Lotus Boutique, 1464 Main St., Sarasota, 941-906-7080, lotus-boutiques.myshopify.com, @lotusboutique. Bundle of firewood sourced from Steven’s Firewood, 9833 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, 941-961-0814.