Now that everyone has stopped blubbering over their heap ofunworn hot weather wear due to the pitiful British summer this year, we cancount the losses, regroup and start to concentrate on the new styles coming outfor the upcoming autumn/winter season. What's essential - and also a greatfashion statement - is a new winter coat to get you into the swing of things.This, season look out for bold styles in coats and if you're one to reallyfollow the trends, go for one in pink or purple, clearly the defining colorsthis winter.
Fitted styles are key to coat buying this winter so look for tailored shapesthat suit your body type. Belted coats are a great way to accentuate your waisteven if you're wearing a woolly jumper underneath. The trench style is still infor this season, as is military inspired outerwear, both of which offer afitted look to create a very tailored but feminine style. This militaryinspired image works especially well with the shorter and cropped jackets invogue this autumn.
Leather is back as a hot fabric while fur is slipping in the ranks. Withleather comes the resurgence in the biker look. Leather coat matched with bikerboots will be a trend to look out for but, if you're thinking of taking thisup, don't overdo it. Mix up the look with something a bit more feminine, forexample, wearing tights or stilettos with a more masculine leather jacket.
Chunky knitwear is still all the rage this season from coats and cardigans totights and jackets. However, thickly woven knits can be especially hard to wearif you've got a curvy body shape, in which case you should stick to lighter woolenlayers in order to show off your more voluptuous areas. A knitted jacket canalso be problematic in the British winter as it's not waterproof. Some can actually be absorbent, making walking about in the rain near impossible - sodon't forget your umbrella! Knitwear is great for layering, which is key forkeeping warm so make sure when you purchase knitwear that layers can be wornunderneath for optimal protection against the cold.
If you can't quite carry off chunky knitwear, why not swing in a cape? For afun to wear style that looks good on any body type, check out capes which arein this season and offer a great look for winter. Thick enough to stop the coldwinter wind, but airy enough to prevent the sweat that your morning's commutemay generate, the cape is a great addition to any wardrobe this season.
There are also some more glamour inspired short sleeved and half sleeved coatsout this winter. They might be impractical but could be very flattering whenpaired with a pair of long leather gloves. And if it's worn on a night on thetown or to a fancy dinner party, a few glasses of champagne and complimentsfrom all around will dull the winter chill.
There is a chill in the air already so do not wait to buy that trendy coat thisseason. Veer towards fitted styles when looking for
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Elisha Burberry is an online, freelance journalist and keentraveller and watersports enthusiast. Originally from Scotland, she now resides in London.
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