Hi Everyone,

So another season and more trends…and with that in mind what should one wear for the coming Autumn/Winter? There is lots of gorgeous bits and choice around for everyone. This season its all about the detail, inspiration for designers has been taken from the street, sport, film, fantasy, fairytale, modern art and miltary hence the highstreet has us spoilt for choice!

Oriental Print!

Take inspiration from the far east and add a touch of Orient to your wardrobe. Think floral,silken fabrics, and bright prints. There is plenty of this trend on the highstreet so its time to embrace this beautiful decadent trend.

Top left: Zara embroidered dress €60 find it here, Zara Black lace heels €49.95 here, Topshop Denim Shirt €46 available here, Center Zara Embroidered skirt €39.95 available here, Zara Printed dress €59.95 here, River Island Black cut out heels €75 available here, River Island floral skirt €40 available here

Oasis Sashiko Wrap pencil skirt €47.50 available here, Biba lace Oriental print Blouse €96 available here, Oasis V&A pencil skirt €59 available here, Oasis V&A bomber jacket €71 available here, Oasis V&A embroidered jumper €57 available here

Mad Metal!!

This trend is taking the fashion industry by storm, from footwear, to dresses. Wearing this metallic can be tricky so keep accessories to a minimum and if your going with metallic footwear keep the remaining outfit simple and casual. Think “sci fi fi”looks when it comes to this trend…not for the faint hearted!

Closet Bronze metallic pleated skirt €66.67 here, Topshop Metallic Cami Dress €117 available here, Missguided Gold metal trainers €24, available here, Silver biker jacket €49.95 available in Zara stores nationwide in next two weeks. Topshop gold point shoes €25 available here. Zara Metallic Flounce skirt €39.95 available here

Khaki Staples!

Whether its an army shirt, parka or utility trousers, every girls should own a military inspired piece this season. Such an easy trend to wear. Team Khaki shirts with Denim and a pair of killer heels! Don’t forget to add those statement accessories!! You’re in the Army now!

Top Right: River Island Khaki Lightweight Jacket €75 here, River Island Khaki lace up heels €65 available here, Center Khaki Shirt €39.95 available here, Khaki belted utility peg trousers €55 available here. Denim Crop tie shirt €50 available here

Gothic Glam/Femme Fatale!

Gothic glam or the dark femme fatale is dominating the trends for Autumn/Winter. Floaty layers of sheer blacks, Glam goth with lace edgings and layers. Its about the sheer and lace and if you are to invest in one thing make it a sheer/lace top/blouse that can be worn with both denim and evening wear. With this trend keep the neckline high in tops and dresses and not only can you go dark black, try oxblood and midnight blues.

Zara Stiletto Heel sandals €39.95 available here, Topshop double strap v cami €20, River Island black lace hem duster jacket €55, available here, River Island Khaki satin lace hem mini skirt €37 available here

River Island black lace bodysuit €33 available here also comes in Ox Blood colour. (Top right) Center: Asos Spot mesh maxi dress €73.33, here, bottom left Asos top with ruffle collar in lace €40 available here, bottom right: Asos lace floral mesh bodycon dress with bodysuit €126.66 available here

Bomber Jackets!

Bomber jackets are having their moment this year and are continuing to dominate the Autumn/Winter. The jacket doesn’t have to be a one hit wonder either, it can be worn with anything…jeans, tulle skirts, a mini dress with thigh high boots(which are also on trend for this season!) It doesn’t have to be a plain bomber either although the neutral colour palette will allow you wear it with anything. I’m particularly loving the embellished Bomber at the moment but then I am a bit of a magpie!

Miss Selfridge satin embroidered bomber €71 available here, Navy embellished bomber €100 available here, Top right Miss Selfridge Blush bomber jacket €85 available here, Bottom left Floral bomber from River Island €87 available here, Bottom Right: Embellished black bomber jacket by Lace & beads €115 available here

Bag it up!!

Loving the burst of colour and fresh new styles that has landed in our highstreet stores.Not to mention the simple shape bags around that have muted tones with minimal fuss (the mustard bag in the center is a perfect example of this trend!). At the other extreme is the novelty bags with their quirky stamps and stars!

Top left Zara Mini Crossbag €45.95 availablehere, Topshop Rita Arrow Clutch bag €46 available here, New Look Blue toned shoulder bag €19.99 available here, center row; Zara Mini vinyl backpack €29.95 available here, Zara mustard colour backpack €26.95 available in stores sold out online. (Similar here ) Zara printed backpack €39.95 available here, Bottom row; Pony print top clutch bag €44 available here, Topshop badge detailed clutch €36 available here, New look embroidered Floral print chain shoulder bag €29.99 here

So now you’re armed with the knowledge… go forth and happy shopping 😉 !!

Until next time

Pam xx

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