This autumn, tweed, tartan, dogtooth and plaid have left their country heritage roots behind and gained a bold new energy that feels modern and looks effortlessly elegant. It’s time to check it out!
HIP TO BE SQUARE
The temperature is falling and the nights are drawing in, which can only mean one thing: it’s coat season. And this autumn, it’s all about conversation-starting coats. The most sought-after style on the high street? This charming check cover-up is already on every fashion editor’s wish
list. As if we need to tell you greens are good for you! Coat, £89, xs-xl, Anyday by John Lewis & Partners. Blazer, £329, 6-20; rollneck, £79, xs-xxl; trousers, £199, 6-20, all L.K.Bennett. Shoes, £65, 3-8, Marks & Spencer
COUNTRY CASUAL
Every woman needs a pair of easy and effortless trousers in her wardrobe. New-season style tip? Skip the black and choose haute heritage trousers. Stride out and wear with a sweater and trainers – sporty meets chic, this look is ideal for hot-footing it around town.
Jumper, £49, xs-xl, French Connection. T-shirt, £22, xs-l, Arket. Trousers, £229, 6-20, L.K.Bennett. Trainers, £139, 4-8, Brora
NOON-TO-NIGHT
Ladylike and cut to perfection, this bubblegum pink tailored coat is a heritage houndstooth that’s worth hunting down. Meanwhile, the hero skirt of the season? All hail the return of the elegant pencil skirt as seen on the catwalks, from Prada and Miu Miu to Emilia Wickstead. For days on the go and nights on the town, a simple splash of sparkle will give you a contemporary edge.
Coat, £260, 4-22, Boden. Cardigan (just seen), £175, s-l, Iris Fashion. Top, £149, 6-20; shoes, £299, 2-9, both L.K.Bennett. Skirt, £65, 8-20, John Lewis & Partners. Bag, £38, Accessorize
TRIPLE CHECK
Why wear a duo co-ord when there’s a trio on offer? Meet the coolest co-ordinated outfit to hit your new-season wardrobe – and it will get you noticed for all the right reasons! Despite the vibrant colour and bold print (which is a statement in itself), worn altogether, this outfit delivers three times the polish.
Coat, £320; skirt, £130, both 6-22; bag, £130, all Boden. Shirt, £119, 4-20, Whistles. Loafers, £55, 3-8, Marks & Spencer
FROCK ’N’ ROLL
There’s nothing like colourful checks for injecting wintery wit and warmth into your wardrobe. True to its rock ’n’ roll roots, this beatnik shift dress and matching jacket keeps things chic with its neat 1960s-inspired silhouette. This is smartness with a difference.
Jacket, £475; dress, £425, both 2-18, Kate Spade. Rollneck, £42, xs-xl, Kettlewell Colours
GREATEST KNITS
As well as coats, cosy knitwear has been given the modern heritage touch, too. We love this playful jumbo check jumper – the hottest knit in
