New in: Useful game changers
SKIRTS MINI AND MAXI
DON’T get too hung up on hem length because we’re now in ‘anything goes’ territory. Even so, the fashionable choice is much shorter (yes, the mini is back), or much longer (the ankle grazer). The longer skirt is lean, fluid and minimal, and either high or mid-waisted. Worn with boots and a crop jacket, it’s your new work suit.
THE SLINKY CAMI TOP
CORSET tops have been edging back into fashion for a while (at smart events, grown-up celebrities are wearing lacy fitted bustiers under trouser suits), but it’s just the hint of lingeriestyle that most of us will be interested in.
A slinky camisole top under an unbuttoned jacket is your new eveningwear staple, and lace trims and panels are what switches your look from day to evening.
THE KILLER COAT
WHILE we are still drooling over shearling (if you’ve got one, hold on to it), this autumn, coats — both on the catwalk and on the High Street — are big, long, strong and meant to be noticed.
How about a plaid coat (red and black at Ralph Lauren) a herringbone tweed masculine midi coat (at Prada), or a long slouchy wrap coat (at Maxmara)?
HEELS … AND BAGS
YOU can’t go wrong with a solid block heel. You’re on trend, too, in a fashion platform.
But the new heel on the block is a low kitten heel and any kittenish- heeled slingback, whether high or low.
This is the way to fashion up your trousers and jeans. Then, just add a similarly ladylike and
nippy bag.