HOW TO DRESS FOR CRISP YEAR-END MORNINGS
Clean silhouettes and tonal layering are key
In a country accustomed to weather that spans from hot and humid to wet and rainy for most of the year, navigating our closets can prove to be quite a challenge when the cooler months kick in.
How exactly does one dress for the crisp, end-of-year mornings
and the imminent holiday festivities?
Marks & Spencer’s Autumnwinter 2019 collection strikes a balance between sophistication and simplicity. The new selections celebrate the classics—clean silhouettes, easy layers and tonal
dressing—but are refreshed with a modern spin.
Women’s offerings find cohesion in contrast. The collection brings together conventionally masculine and feminine elements to craft not only a diverse wardrobe, but a reframed outlook on style at large. The selection of outerwear—a utilitarian parka and sharp-meets-slouchy blazers—counters the softness and femininity of flowing dresses and puff sleeves.
The collection orbits around a contemporary palette of toasty, earthy tones. New neutrals come in the form of khaki, cream and rust—all fall-appropriate shades that are easy to intermix. This season’s pops of color come in lush jewel tones: rich, dark green and a show-stopping opulent blue.
An exciting assemblage of prints elevates select pieces. With subtle geometry mapped out on separates, a vintage paisley motif adorning midi dresses and reimagined animal prints in the mix, the collection features an unexpected combination of prints that surprisingly come together seamlessly.
The men’s collection reimagines workwear classics. Sharp lines and a palette of grays turn office dressing into an easy, stylish task. Imagine masterfully tailored trousers, crisp button-down polo shirts and soft cotton jumpers—ideal elements for a smooth work-to-play transition.
This collection serves up casual-cool pieces that make layering quick and easy. Wardrobe staples like crew neck sweatshirts, button-downs and polo shirts are brought to life with a spirited palette of vivid green, warm ochre, khaki and deep navy.
The outerwear selection focuses on the versatility of the parka with two iterations: the parka coat for cooler nights and trips out of town, and a lighter, sporty version for day dressing.