Fashion

  • Fashion pick: Lief wrap-front silk dress from Isabel Marant

    Who? Isabel Marant What? We love the asymmetry of this runway piece from Isabel Marant. Debuted for the SS16 season, the silk and cotton-twill fabric wraps and flows around the body. It’s a perfect smart-casual number for something like a cocktail evening or an art exhibition opening. Priced at £495. When? Available now Where? Available online from matchesfashion.com How? Buy now from matchesfashion.com

  • Fashion pick: Apples and pears backpack from Radley

    Who? Radley What? Backpacks are in and we love this apples and pears design from Radley. Inspired by a London cockney rhyming slang, it’s fun but also stylish enough to be used for work. Inside, there’s a zipped pocket as well as separate compartments for your phone and pens. Priced at £79. When? Available now Where? Available online from Radley How? Buy now from Radley

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    Ten of the best fur-trim coats and jackets

    There’s a few things that make winter less cold, harsh and unbearable. Hot drinks is one that will always offer comfort. The open hearth is another. But if you’re out and about, nothing beats a fur-trim. The fluffy and luxuriously soft fur, whether faux or real, give the semblance of being curled up in bed. On the right coat or jacket, it can also look decidedly stylish without being over the top. And even better? A few of these are currently on sale. Sounds good? Start here: Wool hooded coat with faux-fur trim from Halifax Traders   Priced at £150. Currently on sale. Available from House of Fraser Lucy gilet…

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    Ten of the best winter coats

    Still rocking a winter coat from two seasons ago? Or perhaps you just haven’t quite got round to shopping for a new coat. Well, we’ve got just the right ticket for you. We’ve hunted up and down the high street and checked in with the designers to find ten of our favourite winter coats. As well as being stylish and fabulous, we know these will do well to keep you warm. So if you’re stuck for ideas, why not start here? Elfenbein bonded wool coat from Victorinox Priced at £470. Available from House of Fraser Lorah long wool wrap coat from Ted Baker Priced at £299. Available from Ted Baker…

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    Ten of the best boots for stomping

    We’ve been getting a long season of rain lately and with a distinct chill in the air, autumn has definitely arrived. With it, soon wintry winds will be blowing. So now, we think, is the perfect time to treat yourself to a sturdy pair of boots that will take you through the colder months, no matter what the weather. With that in mind, we’ve picked ten of the best, or at least our favourite boots for stomping. They’re a mix of smart and casual – perfect for any scenario. Microsole leather ankle boots from Nicholas Kirkwood Priced at £369 Available from The Outnet Cybele flat buckle detal ankle boots from…

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    Ten of the best summer wedge heels

    Wedges are such summer classics that there’s really no need for introductions. We love that there’s always new quirky designs and patterns each year, which you can use to update your wardrobe. But you can just as easily strut out in last years patterns and they won’t look out of place. Certainly, we think it’s a wardrobe staple – one that will work with jeans or dresses as they can easily be dressed up or down. They’re comfortable too, especially on grass. We’ve picked ten of our favourite summer heels so you’re after a new pair of wedges, why not start here? Sundials wedge heels from Stuart Weitzman Priced at…