The Autumn Hitlist

While I've been distracted by all the lovely Spring/Summer clothes at LFW, the temperature has dropped and the nights are drawing in. Which can mean only one thing - time for a change in wardrobe! Here's my pick of the hottest trends this Autumn/Winter:

1. Tartan



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Tartan is EVERYWHERE at the moment, and I think it's probably one of those things you either love or hate (me? I love it!). There's so many different ways to wear it though - so don't be put off if a huge tartan coat or skirt just isn't you. My favourite way to wear it is accessories - especially shoes (at the moment I'm living in my tartan print Converse). This backpack from Next is practical as well - bonus!


2. Heritage

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Heritage always rears it's head this time of year - think faux fur, animal motifs, trench coats and tweed (stately home not required). If it's inspired by the British countryside - spot on! A big, chunky jumper is vital for this look - simply pair it with some skinny jeans and some utilitarian boots for countryside chic!


 3. Preppy Layers

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 This is one of those trends which is amazingly practical. For a preppy layer, just wear a shirt underneath a dress, jumper or top. It's also lovely and cosy too. Who said being warm couldn't look fabulous? Look out for plain shirts you can wear with pretty much anything, or a patterned shirt to add a quirky pop to a minimal jumper. Too warm to wear a shirt AND a jumper? Why not make a detachable collar (trust me, it's simple)?


 4. The Tube Skirt




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 More suitable for those rare, warmer winter days, the tube skirt should ideally fall just below your knee and be made from a lovely, soft jersey fabric. Apart from being INCREDIBLY comfy (elastic waist = more fun) the main attraction here is versatility. Wear with a leather jacket and Converse for a casual look, wear with ballet pumps and a fluffy jumper or go all out and wear it with an kick-ass pair of heels. Choose one in a colour that compliments the majority of your wardrobe and you'll find hundreds of ways to wear it.



 5. Leather

My leather jacket is perfect for this time of year - it bridges the gap between no-coat weather and huge-coat weather. Leather seems to be branching out though and making it's way onto other pieces of clothing - leather skirts, dresses and trousers. I particularly like pieces of clothing with just a leather accent - a leather collar or pockets or edging, it gives clothes a luxurious feel. If you had leather scraps or offcuts you could easily experiment with adding a touch of leather to an otherwise plain top.


Ah, all these trends almost make me glad it's going colder. What are you looking forward to wearing this Autumn/Winter?