JS Editors’ Most Splurge-Worthy Buys for September

“As much as I adore Outdoor Voices, it can feel like everyone is wearing those Springs leggings—you know the ones. For a change of pace, I’m adding this color-blocked workout set from Alala to my wardrobe. It’s just as sleek and stylish, but not quite as overdone.”

— Jackie Homan, Editorial Assistant

“Summer can be hard on skin, so this month I’m showing mine a little extra love with The Problem Solver mask by May Lindstrom. I am seriously impressed with the scent, the mousse-like texture, the high-quality ingredients, and most of all, the results. I really look forward to the ritual of mixing the mask, applying it with the treatment brush, and taking 30 minutes or so to slow down, relax, and enjoy the experience.”

— Gretchen Dorosz, Senior Photo Editor

“Summer isn’t over yet, Jetsetters, and I plan on wearing this Veronica Beard dress well into the month. I love the ruched floral pattern, and it shows just the right amount of leg.”

— Clara Sedlak, Executive Editor

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“September means it’s boot season again! I’m finally picking up this pair from Taft I’ve been eyeing for a while. They’re perfect for when I have to dress up, but they can also be thrown on with a pair of rolled-up jeans. Plus, they're handmade in Spain using the finest materials, so they will last for years to come. At $275 a pair, I might even splurge and get a second color.”

— David Hattan, Photo Editor

“It’s still hot out, so I feel a bit weird looking for sweaters. But I spotted this sweet little one and it’s a perfect transitional piece. It'll go with anything, but I’ll probably wear it with jeans and do a half tuck.”

— Saman Westberg, Style Correspondent

“I love buying a new fragrance when the seasons change—I have a dozen half-full bottles of perfume that remind me of different seasons of my life. I recently discovered Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Gentle Fluidity Gold. It’s light, musky, lingeringly sweet, and warm like a cozy fall sweater.”

— Elizabeth Mullen, Marketing Specialist

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“Leopard print is in and I can’t wait to add these fun flats to my summer-to-fall wardrobe.”

— Lindsey Olander, Senior Editor

“It may still be summer, but fall is on my mind. I just purchased a beautiful French Connection fit-and-flare dress that'll be perfect for my North Carolina Thanksgiving travel plans. I’ll be pairing it with this edgy pair of TOPSHOP wide-buckle strappy pointed flats.”

— Melissa Sciorra, SEO and Content Marketing Manager

“I’ve been working on making my new apartment look somewhat livable ever since I moved in June, and next up is a bookcase. I’m loving this open-ended design, which has plenty of room for picture frames and other décor. Although I may need some bookends for my softcovers, this looks like a totally unique option to put in my living room.”

— Tyler Schoeber, Production Specialist