This Season’s Trends - What to wear

Autumn/Winter 2008 Trends

For Autumn/Winter there is something for everyone- from bad girl and dark romance to minimalism and power dressing- luxurious fabrics and rich embellishments. There are killer heels and pretty, fashionable flats with a move away from the It bags to the season of the shoe. Structured shapes are key, with contrast floaty boho pieces and strong vibrant prints. This is a season of moody elegance, a gothic palette and chic tailoring.

Stucture
Laser cut precision, angular corners and folds, give a very structured grown- up look. Keep the lower half simple. This look incorporates trouser suits, day dresses and funnel-neck coats. The focus is on the neckline and long lean legs. A simple tunic, no longer than mid thigh looks great worn over either flared or tailored skinny trousers.

New Lace
This season lace pieces are layered up to create impact. Black lace creates a gothic look with glamour- very ladylike. Again no accessories needed. Lace tights will update an outfit.

Checks
Mix and match multiple checks. Plaids, shot through with orange, turquoise, emerald and violet give this trend a young look. Fabrics also include tweed, flannel, and dogtooth- a Country look. Dresses, skirts, trousers, shirts, jackets, coats and even tights will be found in this look.

Back to Black
The little black dress is either strapless and mini or one shouldered and knee length. Wear with a big and bold statement necklace or diamonds. The stiletto returns. Black skinny trousers as well as leather or pvc leggings also feature. Black is definitely back.

Folk
Patchwork and crochet pieces have homespun charm. Thick knits, gilets, paisley prints are all part of the modern folk mix. Accessorise with fringed leather or suede handbag or boots.

Statetement Coats
There is a coat for everyone. Decorative, embellished coats, military with gold buttons, fur, checks, structured necklines that are simple and unfussy as well as the cocoon shape, trench and pea coat. You will be spoilt for choice.

Tomato Red
The white shirt will be replaced with a ruffled red blouse this season. Wear tomato red with black. A colour for both day and night.

Punk rocks
Goth, grunge and punk come through this season- the bad girl is back. Shredded cobwebs of knitwear, slashed dresses of deep red worn with a pair of shredded or lacy tights. Oversized sequins and luxe fabrics makes this a grown-up look.

Accessories
Jewellery comes super-sized. Wear a statement necklace, big and bold. Wear brightly coloured opaque tights, lacy or tartan. This is the season of the shoe with knee high boots, ankle boots, brogues, killer heels and fancy flats to choose from. Bags are either baby sized or courier satchels- colour match your bag with your outfit. Wear the strap long and rest the bag on your hip.

TheFashionfix Top 10 must haves

1. Flared jeans
2. Checks, checks and more checks
3. A Little black dress
4. Killer heels or fancy flats
5. A statement coat
6. Coloured opaque/ lace/tartan tights
7. A sculptured tunic
8. A courier satchel
9. Skinny trousers
10. A Headscarf

As there is so much in the shops and so many trends to choose from, it can be difficult to work out how to get your season’s wardrobe together. Don’t delay in booking a shopping/ styling session with TheFashionfix