\nFitted-waist cotton shirt<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a387 at & Other StoriesJonathan Saunders, one of London fashion week\u2019s most beloved names of the 00s and 10s, is designing clothes for us again. This time, at high-street prices, as the chief creative officer of & Other Stories. There is so much good stuff \u2013 I\u2019m also lusting after the knitted cape sweater \u2013 but this shirt is just brilliant. Loads of fashion details, but without any silliness.<\/p>\n
Argyle socks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nEveryday argyle socks<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a316 for two pairs at Burlington\u00a311 a pair at AmazonI\u2019m a big fan of an argyle check. The diamond pattern, which originated in Scotland in the 16th century, feels like a wearable, elegant way to do tartan. I\u2019m tempted by Boden\u2019s Abi cardigan in a charming lilac-and-chocolate colour combo, but I am also very much enjoying my sock drawer right now (age comes for all of us). An argyle sock with jeans and a loafer is such a good look, and Burlington is the OG of argyle socks.<\/p>\n
My current hero skirt is<\/strong> reduced from \u00a3198 to \u00a388 <\/strong><\/h2>\n\nRuffle hem miniskirt<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a388 at Reiss\u00a388 at NextMost short skirts are much too short. I get that this is a subjective point of view, but I think lots of women feel the same way. What looks good on a mannequin tends to expose an alarming amount of thigh when you sit on a chair or walk up stairs. This navy Reiss skirt is my go-to while I\u2019m at fashion week: the sculptural shape gives it impact, so you can wear it with a white T-shirt and blazer and feel done, and it isn\u2019t flimsy or too short.<\/p>\n
Are you always rummaging in your handbag? You need this<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nPen <\/strong>loop<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a33 at Cult Pens\u00a33.90 at AmazonI\u2019m a diehard stationery nerd, and I will never give up my paper notebook and diary. I am also on a perennial mission to reduce the amount of time I spend inelegantly rooting through my bag while muttering: \u201cIt\u2019s in here somewhere!\u201d Leuchtturm1917 is a German notebook brand that makes these brilliant pen loops with self-adhesive backing, which you stick inside the back cover to keep your pencil right there. My favourite part is that they come in 19 colours so you can match (or contrast) your notebook.<\/p>\n
New-bag-shape klaxon: introducing the east-to-west shape<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nCroc-effect baguette bag<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a336 at M&SYou know how the Scandi girl is the new French girl, right? I\u2019ve been spending a lot of time poring over Copenhagen street-style blogs, trying to unpack the look. Lots of glossy slicked-back buns, but sadly these make me look more retired ballet mistress than It Girl. Year-round black sunglasses, which I can\u2019t pull off. But another key element is a minimalist bag in a stretched horizontal shape, which is being dubbed the east-to-west. This shape tucks under your arm, making it comfortable to wear and secure for your phone and wallet, and looks instantly polished. This Marks & Spencer version is a goodie.<\/p>\n
How to stay chic in the rain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nDouble-faced hooded bomber<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a3250 at the White CompanyMy absolute favourite thing in fashion is when clothes are designed to a super-high taste without compromising on the practicals. It doesn\u2019t happen all that often, to be honest, but the new fashion collection from the White Company is smashing it. Here\u2019s the thing: hoods need to be waterproof to work, but anoraks are just not that elegant. Enter this double-faced wool bomber with a detachable nylon puffer-style hood. The jacket is pure chic, and the hood has you covered (literally) when the weather isn\u2019t so pretty. Pricey, but you know what they say: the best things in life are free; the next best things are very expensive.<\/p>\n
For more inspiration, check out the 50 best coats for autumn and winter<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nIt\u2019s <\/strong>gloves <\/strong>season<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nFringe leather gloves<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a325 at Accessorize\u00a325 at NextIf you can find only one of last year\u2019s gloves, may I recommend these?<\/p>\n