The girls have it—all your autumn fixations to snap up now. By Christene Barberich & Piera Gelardi

Maybe it's all those repressed back-to-school feelings that seem to float up as Labor Day nears, but the approach of September nearly always drums up mad shopping urges. Time to take a hard look at your fashion inventory—toss and tally up. In response to all that extra space you'll be making in your wardrobe, we've come up with the Ultimate List of must-haves to ensure your fall look is up to date and off the charts.

Simple pieces like a pair of leather pants, denim shorts, and a little floral dress can do a loads to update your other autumn staples. Read on for all things we pine for come fall…best of all, there are options here for every budget. Stay tuned: The extra cash will come in handy as we roll out more Fall shopping features in the coming weeks. And guys, you get yours on Thursday, so don't be a stranger.

Zip-Front Dresses

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Alexander Wang Vest Dress, $695, available at Shop Bop and La Garçonne.
Sophomore Zipper Dress, $215, available at Opening Ceremony.
Mayle Mitsu Dress in Paradiso, $620, available at Mayle.

More options: Vena Cava Imperal Dress, $598, available at Oak.

Full Miniskirts

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Wren Skating Skirt, about $275, available at Mick Margo and Thistle & Clover.
A.P.C. Corduroy Full Skirt, $200, available at A.P.C. and La Garçonne.
Karen Walker Wool Full Skirt, $365, available at Creatures of Comfort.

More options: Silver Slippers Cotton Plaid Full Skirt, $39.99, available at Urban Outfitters.

The Rolled Jean

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Current/Elliott Boyfriend Jean, $229, pre-order at Shop Intuition.
Rogan Sovereign Jean, $278, available at La Garçonne.
J. Crew Distressed Vintage Slim Jeans, $135, available at J.Crew.

More options: Levi's 501 Pegged and Rolled Jeans, $58, available at Urban Outfitters; Acne Jeans Generic Girl Tab Jeans, $299, available at Acne Jeans.