FALL FOR AUTUMN’S STYLE SWITCH-UPS

REMEMBER WHEN YOU

were young and the summer holidays seemed to last forever? September, and the incoming new term, would come with a thud. Back then, thank god for fresh pencil cases and a smorgasbord of new stationery to fill them with, which would soften the back-to-school blow.

This week, we find ourselves entering similar back-to-business mode. Except this time, instead of relying on a trip to Whsmith to pep up our mood, we’re looking to our wardrobes for a seasonal refresh.

September is New Year in the fashion calendar. Time to pack away summer’s sandals and beach-ready dresses and instead welcome boots, knits and coats. It’s about embracing a new style agenda and seeking out the pieces that will work hard for you up until March.

It’s still only autumn-lite, however, so if you’re not ready to go all-in just yet, but are still hankering for a blast of back-to-school newness, it’s about investing in pieces that can easily pep up the summer items you don’t want to wave goodbye to just yet. We’ve distilled the season into the five pieces you need right now – far more thrilling than a new pencil case, we are sure you agree.