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Autumn Style | Easy & Affordable Ways to Transition into Autumn
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The transition between seasons can be an exciting time for fashion lovers. It just so happens that Autumn style season is one of my favourites. If you’re ready to embrace the cosiness of sweater weather in style but don’t want to break the bank, I have some pointers. After all, September is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe.
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CREATE A CAPSULE WARDROBE
I’m a big fan of a capsule wardrobe. Although it can take some time and effort to properly establish, I love the premise of having a selection of staples that are easily able to transition throughout the seasons. For a capsule to work as it should, it’s important to invest in good-quality, well-fitting basics like plain tees, simple dresses, neutral jumpers and staple jeans. It’s important to shop for yourself to ensure that your wardrobe compliments your style. One-hit-wonders don’t belong here, the sole aim is to be able to rewear everything over and over, in different ways.
Maybe you’ve been wearing a favourite pair of jeans all summer? Now is the time to switch out the plain tee and sliders you’ve been pairing them with for a sweater and some boots instead. Simple dresses are one of my favourite things to transition, add an oversized cardigan and some black boots for a complete transformation.
FOCUS ON THE DETAILS
Details can make or break an outfit. They’re the key to pulling off the basics of a staple wardrobe and turning simple into style. Accessorise with the obvious shoes, belts and handbags but also think smaller. Jewellery, hairstyles and makeup can all have a big impact. If you wear coloured contact lenses then even eye colour is a small detail which can contribute to a polished look.
Be sure to layer-up for a foolproof autumn look. Simple jumpers and jackets can completely transform capsule pieces into outfits that appear to be distinctly fashioned for the autumn season.
INVEST IN STATEMENT AUTUMN STYLE PIECES
The trick to keeping a classic style interesting is to incorporate some seasonal and trend pieces. I like to keep an eye on yearly trend reports which highlight key fabrics, cuts and colours. Of course, autumn style calls for some obvious statement pieces, think brown suede mini skirts, auburn anything and at least one pair of statement leather boots. Uggs are also an obvious autumn style favourite which also serve a practical purpose.In turn, accessories like these will ease your transition into a winter style when the time comes.
My go-to autumn colour palette is full of stoney greys, neutral browns, deep golds, rich creams and dark burgundies. Texture and fabric wise I love knits and suedes. It is also truly the season for leather boots and bags to shine.
A new season offers a golden opportunity to update your look and freshen up your wardrobe. Staying on-trend doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. Curate a capsule wardrobe, pay close attention to the finishing touches and invest in select statement seasonal pieces.