Any time I know a big sale weekend is coming up, I immediately head to J.Crew and they NEVER disappoint. Usually I cruise through the sale section first, but I actually think their full-price items have been really well-priced as of late. At 40% off with code WEEKEND, the most expensive thing here is just over $100!

Scallop-Trim Cardigan Top / Collared Crewneck Cardigan / Feather Jersey Crewneck Cardigan ($30!) / Etienne Cropped Button-Up Shirt / Cable-Knit Short-Sleeve Cardigan Top / Patch-Pocket Shift Dress / Contrast-Stitch Midi Skirt / New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant / Charley Kickout Cropped Pant

Scallop-Trim Cardigan Top: This had me at scalloped, haha! But seriously though, this is a great lightweight layer for the transitional months. (And beyond, depending on how you style it!) The flowy sleeves are my second favorite detail. So cute.

Collared Crewneck Cardigan: The way I want to curl up by the fire with a book and this sweater… Doesn’t it look sooooo cozy?! The collar and pockets are just adorable, and definitely contribute to the vintage feel.

Feather Jersey Crewneck Cardigan ($30!): I know, I know… I had to double check the price too!!! This cardigan is so soft and breathable, it’d actually be a PERFECT shirt. (Want to know what else makes it perfect? Being 100% cotton!)

Etienne Cropped Button-Up Shirt: I’ve been wearing chambray for over a decade, and maybe it’s dramatic, but I’ll never stop wearing it. As someone who is loyal to the front tuck, I love that it’s cropped. A modern wardrobe staple!!

Cable-Knit Short-Sleeve Cardigan Top: Why don’t brands design more short-sleeve sweaters?! They’re SO cute. This is another cardigan you can wear as a shirt, but either way you wear it, it’s a classic!

Patch-Pocket Shift Dress: I know what you’re thinking: “Kelly, you live in Chicago. You’d NEVER wear a mini dress in the fall!” But it’s all about how you style this super chic shift (say that five times fast haha). You can wear it alone until the weather cools off, and then add a button down, tights, and tall boots until winter hits! Easy peasy.

Contrast-Stitch Midi Skirt: Everyone loved this skirt over the summer, and I’m thrilled it’s for sale this fall too. All the details, like the contrast stitching, pockets, and elastic back, are amazing. Personally, I think it’d be SO cute with a black top. (Speaking of which, the black with white stitching is adorable too!)

New Delaney Kickout Sweater Pant: I. LOVE. THESE. They’re seriously like pajamas you can wear to work. Worth every penny at full-price, and undeniable at 40% off.

Charley Kickout Cropped Pant: All of my favorite pants are nowadays are just like these: cropped with flared bottoms and a high waist. If you want to take a break from denim this fall, but corduroy is too thick or seasonal for you, chinos are a great option.