You can layer them over a light summer dress or t-shirt and keep those pieces going into fall.  They add an extra layer of warmth, a little extra camouflage for upper arms and can add a great accent to your wardrobe.

Lightweight stretch cotton shrugs can be found in a rainbow of colors, and offer and easy to wear option for warm days.

This wrap-front shrug is a cotton/elastane blend by Subdued.  It’s lightweight and perfect for adding another layer and a dash of color to your outfit.

Shrugs can also work for dressier occasions too:

This lovely wool shrug by Terre Alte is accented with fabric flowers and crystal details.  The rich plum colored wool will keep you warm and cozy… and stylish too.

How about a bright pop of color?

I love the bold turquoise color of this wool/mohair blend shrug by Liu Jo.

images: Yoox

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Shrugs & Bolero Jackets for Fall

We’ll wear them with boleros, and wraps, and shrugs. Perhaps even opera length gloves. In any case, we will definitely need our shoulders covered, and this felted wool bolero by TianaCHE does just that with an extra big serving of sass. I love the bold molded flowers all over this piece. I think it would really rock a simple sheath gown, or would be the cherry on top of one of those dresses with multi-layered petal-y skirts. The high neck gives it an air of elegance that is often lacking in your run of the mill shrug, and the thick material won’t lose its shape under even the most demanding bridal conditions. Available for $220 from TianaCHE.

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Innocence Felted Bolero by TianaCHE

But not this totally handmade silk bridal bolero by Bonzie. It’s in a class all its own. With high quality materials and high quality design, this is one item that would put some serious POW into your wedding ensemble. I love the high-necked ruffles and the dainty cap sleeves. This bolero is so romantic and sweet that it could make even the plainest frock into a fairytale gown. Available for $146 from Bonzie. 

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Victorian Inspired Bridal Bolero by Bonzie

 Christian V. Siriano, the fourth season winner of Project Transformation has created a play on this trend with his  Christian V. Siriano black plaid taffeta ‘London Guard’ ruffle bolero from Bluefly.com. This jacket is black and grey plaid with snap placket with pleated ruffle trim, short puff sleeve with single snap cuff and a contemporary fit. 

Bluefly.com has it listed at $520.00. 

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A Play on the Classic Black Work Blazer

This one features a cropped style with elbow sleeves and a simple hook-and-eye closure.  A simple cover up for those chilly days or nights, and sure to be the main attraction on your next venture.

Steer clear of animal lovers for the season and you’ll be just fine.

Sable Bolero from Jerry Sorbara:  $19,500 (yes, that’s two zeros; those sables are hard to catch)

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Below Zero Comfort with a Sable Bolero