Tradition gets a twist
Sporty separates, cool layering, roomy silhouettes, clashing prints… this is heritage dressing, but not as you know it! This season, it’s time to modernise the countryside classics
Autumn enjoys a revamp with mellow florals and layered tweed
Dress to impress
Call off the search – this floorskimming number is the hero piece you’ve been looking for! No longer solely an after-dark go-to, a maxi dress now works round the clock. Offset the romantic overtones with masculine details, such as a military coat and chunky ankle boots. And don’t forget to layer over this season’s most-wanted rollneck.
Winter in bloom
Think countryside florals are too feminine and prim? Autumn’s dark blooms put them firmly in the zone of chic and sophisticated. Invest in a trophy coat to transform your look from everyday to out of this world! Style it with everything from a pair of preppy check trousers to razor-sharp pleated skirts.
Queen of contrast
Mixing instead of matching your patterns will give heritage-inspired fabrics a thoroughly modern makeover. A crash course on how to make it work? Clash contrasting busy patterns with a graphic one and ensure at least one colour runs through everything to keep unlikely pairings looking co-ordinated and grown-up.
Boy meets girl
Take a break from your leather jacket – the tweed blazer makes a triumphant comeback for autumn. A boyish-cut one needn’t be overly masculine. Put a feminine spin on the countryside staple and partner with a contrasting sweet lace pencil skirt – a style shortcut to fabulous.