With the summer warmth already faded and the winter chill just around the corner, autumn can feel like a waiting game. It can also be a tricky time for fashion purchases. The frugal voice of reason in your brain is telling you to buy clothing that will get more than a couple of months wear while you struggle to balance stylishness with sensibility.

Here’s a style tip that will keep you out of a fashion purgatory: Get yourself a cardigan. The cardigan may be the perfect piece for your fall wardrobe. Pick from a range of cuts, colors and materials since these stylish sweaters come in everything from orange to argyle and cotton to cashmere. This fashion trend is all about the layered look, and gives you the flexibility to add and remove pieces as the day heats up or cools down. A cardigan is a versatile piece that is easy to incorporate into any wardrobe and is thin enough to wear under a light fall jacket, sweater or suit jacket. Choose from the many styles of 2008 cardigans that are out this season and follow these tips to incorporate cardigans into your fall fashion wardrobe.