I feel the need to shop (I mean, really shop) two times during the year: halfway through spring, and at the beginning of autumn. My back-to-school-shopping instinct is definitely kicking in right now, and even though I'm not going back to school, I'm having a hard time restraining myself. Here are a few things that I would love for fall:

1. A scarf -- I think white would look crisp and clean with almost anything. Fab Dotted Swiss Scarf, $5.50, Forever 21 (link)
2. A new coat -- I need a long, neutral coat that could be dressed up or down. Vintage Wool Coat, on sale $72, Tulle (link)
3. A white t-shirt -- Again, white just looks good with everything, and you can never have too many white t-shirts. Perfect-fit short-sleeve scoopneck tee, on sale $14.99, J. Crew (link)
4. A drapey cardigan -- I love buying new sweaters for fall, and this one looks so comfy. Drape Front Cardigan, $38.50, Shade Clothing (link)
5. A new pair of jeans -- I have a tradition of buying a new pair of jeans every fall; like white t-shirts, you can never have too many pairs of dark-wash jeans that fit you perfectly. Perfect boot jeans, $69.50, Gap (link)
6. An easy pair of flats -- These shoes will go great with jeans. Mossimo Supply Co. Ondria Flats, $16.99, Target (link)