The
time has come to start thinking about our new season wardrobes, hopefully we’ll
squeeze a little bit more sunshine out of the summer, but we’re into September
now and there’s no avoiding the fact that winter is on its way.
It’s
not all bad, the weather might be threatening to turn on us but the good thing
about this time of year is putting together your imaginary wish list wardrobe
for the new season. Summer is brilliant and full of fun but it’s no winter in
fashion terms; winter means business, it’s all statement winter coats and
sumptuous materials and stunning sophisticated colour palates.
We’ve
done a little research to make it easier on you to decide which trends are
worth following this season and how to work each trend into your wardrobe.
So
enjoy our run down of our top five autumn, winter trends. Which ones will you
be wearing?
Checks
Squares,
checks and tartans are the definitive print for this season; wear yours in a
contemporary array of interesting colours from classic red and black check to colourful
school uniform style kilts.
1. Vivienne
Westwood Multicolour Tartan Skirt - £225 – This amazing tartan
skirt from Vivienne Westwood is a perfect winter investment piece, wear it with
a lightweight silk shirt and as it gets colder add a pair of tights and
luxurious knit.
2. Boohoo
Daisy Crop Tartan Jacket - £39 – For a contemporary
twist on tartans why not try out a crop top, wear this cool Boohoo top with a
high waisted checked skirt for a strong print clash look.
3. Topman
Red Tartan Scarf - £14 – The easiest way to add
a touch of tartan into any outfit is with a scarf, drape this classic red check
round the collar of your favourite leather jacket for an instant new season
style update.
4. Stella
McCartney Tartan Intarsia Jumper - £825 – This amazing mohair
jumper from Stella McCartney is one of the most coveted items of the season,
wear your under an oversized coat and a pair of slim leg leather trousers to
finish.
The Skirt
This
season it’s all been about feminine silhouettes, with big billowing skirts and
full lengths for a truly womanly approach to dressing.
1. Christopher
Kane camouflage woven skirt - £520 – Longline skirts may be
enjoying their time in the limelight but minis are still a firm favourite,
especially beautifully embroidered prints such as this Christopher Kane one.
2. Coast
Meslita Skirt - £125 – Work this year’s biggest
trend with a long skirt and channel a vintage aesthetic into your wardrobe.
Team with a statement blouse to finish.
3. Whistles
Wrap Leather Pencil Skirt - £275 – The asymmetric shapes
that have been so popular this summer will remain sought after into the winter months
opt for a more seasonal material such as leather to help your wardrobe
transition seamlessly.
Rose
Bouquet
From
deep berry hues to the palest candy shades, designers have been playing around
with pink this season, try out something different this winter and try
incorporating feminine pastels into your repertoire.
1. Studio
Nicholson Zeta Pop Pink Wool Track Pants – £225 – Don’t be afraid of wearing
pink, it doesn’t always have to be girly, these cool track pants will add the
perfect pop of colour into an otherwise darker colour palate.
2. Topshop
Diamond Grid High neck top - £24 – This high neck top is
the perfect option to help transition from the office to a night out, team with
a leather jacket and heels for the evening.
3. Sparkle
& Fade Overcoat - £125 – A statement overcoat is
always the biggest investment for autumn, winter so make sure you make the
right decision when choosing which one you want. This coat from Sparkle &
Fade is the perfect shade of pink to embrace the trend without looking too over
the top.
Walk on
the Wild Side
This
season when it comes to animal print think along the lines of the more exotic
pieces and a more sophisticated approach to the trend than we’ve seen in
previous seasons.
1. Alexander
Wang Embossed Crocodile Print skirt - £515 – This amazing Alexander
Wang skirt is the perfect option for any occasion, although a little pricey you
can pick up brilliant leather skirts on the high street at a fraction of the
price.
2. H&M
Ballet Pumps - £15 – Wear the trend from
head to toe with these cool leopard print pumps, a good all-round shoe.
3. Topshop
Cow Print Shirt - £38 – We’re loving the
stranger prints that have come out of this season, this cool Topshop cow print
shirt comes with matching trousers, wear them together for an ensemble that
really packs a punch.
Material
Girl
This
season it pays to play around with different textures; from leather and suede
to sumptuous furs; wear them together for a really directional winter look.
1. Mango
Leather Slim-fit trousers - £100 – A pair of leather
trousers will rarely go out of fashion so invest in a really decent pair, opt
for a strait leg style rather than skinny for a more grown-up take on the style.
2. Proenza
Schouler PS1 Pouch suede in Royal Blue - £855 – The PS1 bags are
iconic, this royal blue suede new season bag is the perfect investment item for
the new season, the bold colour is very on trend but won’t go out of style.
3. Kenzo
oversized faux fur coat - £540 – Kenzo is one of our
favourite designers of the season and this faux fur coat is one of the reasons
why, with a brilliant fun approach to style it’s the perfect combination of
fashion forward and tongue in cheek.
Guest post written by fashion writer Lucinda Bounsall from
farfetch
