You may have notice a sleeker and sharper look to this seasons new collections, minimalism is key with grey and black highlighting this new sophisticated look.

Roland Mouret is the founder of this look, sharp angles and pleats are fundamental to his signature style. This Kleber mohair dress is a perfect example of minimalist fashion at its best.
The construction of the dress can not be faulted; it is ultra fitted in all the right places and the metallic flecked fabric adds to the glamour appeal, buy today from net a porter for £1,075.

Now this leather jacket is amazing! It follows the minimalist trend and reinforces Mouret’s signature style! Designed by Aminaka Wilmont, this jacket is certainly one to save up for. Buy online today from net a porter.

Blazers are a great way to take you through that awkward transition phase when it’s not quite cold enough to break out the winter coat, but a bit too nippy for just a cardigan or jumper. Wear a blazer over any outfit to give it an updated look, and give you a bit of warmth but not too much. Get a neutral colour and it’ll go with any outfit, casual or smart.

This Miss Real Striped Blazer has a great cut that compliments the stripes, would work well with a simple jeans and top or something smarter for the office. It’s on trend and interesting in itself, but is still subtle enough to be paired with any kind of print or detailing. Blazers are also great for evening wear when you don’t want to lug a coat around with you, but want something smart to finish off your outfit.

Available from Oli, the Blazer costs £50.

I love the current check trend and the cute coats such as these, that are hitting the shops as a result.

If you’re a real fan of checks then a quick way to incorporate them into your wardrobe and get to wear them lots is to get yourself checked coat for next season.

The two picks are very different in price. The purple and blue double breasted coat on the left is just £69.99 from River Island – a real bargain. I love the military feel with the buttons and high collar.

However, if you have more cash to splash then perhaps head over to Net-a-Porter where you can buy this blue and black Marc by Marc Jacobs Domino plaid coat for £485. I love domino style check and the stud accent detailing on the buttons are bang on trend.

Like it or not, summer is well and truly over, and it’s time to bite the bullet and embrace winter clothes. A coat is without doubt an essential winter wardrobe staple, but it’s also usually the item to hit the bank balance hardest.

Oli have just got this great Cocoon Coat in. It’s mainly made of wool, so it’ll definitely keep out the chill, and the cocoon shape creates a great silhouette, especially with the belt tied. It’s also got cuffed sleeves, a nice big collar and great big pockets - perfect for keeping gloves in. It comes in grey, which I think makes a nice change from boring old black.

So what’s the damage to your bank balance? A lot less than most coats on the high street will set you back. At only £60, this is a super cheap price for a coat that’ll see you all the way through winter in style and warmth! Snap up this bargain now at Oli.

Want something snugly to wrap up in during these dismal rainy days?

As the weather gets colder and you begin to reach for last years jumpers from the back of the wardrobe or under the bed or for the lucky ones among you, from your dedicated winter closet, make sure you add a folk knit wrap to your collection this year.

This one from French Connection is gorgeous – and will look great slung over pretty much anything. Some celebs have been spotted rocking the look just wrapping theirs over stonewash jeans and a vintage tee.

For me I think it is perfect weekend ‘nestingwear’ (think rainy day, hot chocolate and a good book, or a good throw-over when ducking out to buy the Sunday papers) and made with angora it’s super snugly and cosy.

If you want to make more of it then combine with a simple plain scoop neck vest and super skinny jeans and killer heels.

Get yours for £125 today!

Each winter I need to buy myself a new smart coat! Not that there’s anything wrong with last year’s but as it really is an annual thing why not treat myself to the new style …

This Stella McCartney Wool tulip coat is at the top of my coat wish list. It’s smart and sophisticated and would keep me oh so warm. The long super-chic coat has designer embossed buttons, a detachable belt and is half wool and half cashmere. Think how ideal it is for day and night, draped over an evening dress or over a pair of smart trousers and a shirt.

Buy it now at net-a-porter online £1,195.

So it’s finally back to school for the kids, which means time to shop for a new school uniform to start afresh a new school year! Those were the days!

Well it seems school children aren’t the only ones able to shop for a new school uniform this year as Sonia Rykiel makes blazers fashionable! Yes this isn’t a school blazer; it is in fact a very chic Sonia Rykiel blazer that is creating a lot of stir in the world of fashion! Fashion lovers are going crazy for these very on trend blazers that come in an array of colours! They even have a patch pocket and badge, how cute!

Buy yours today from Browns fashion, available in purple or grey!

Ok if money is no object to you, carry on reading, however if you’re not filthy rich I recommend you look away quick as this gorgeous coat has a whopping price tag that should come with a health warning!

First of all, how fabulous is this Chloe Mongolian shearling coat? It is truly beautiful! The pale elephant grey wool is the perfect colour palette for this season, and will look great with the masses of black that is bombarding our highstreet! The luxe crystal embellishment is just the icing on the cake; Chloe has really nailed it with this piece!

Now I shall move onto the price, make sure you are sitting down! This amazing coat costs a staggering £8,345! Mmmm maybe I will put it on my Christmas list! Buy today from net a porter!

Oh la la I love a good blazer and one that comes in the season’s favorite pattern enters my wish list immediately.

It seems I’m not the only one who wishes for it as soon after it was released into stores and online it entered the buy it now section. The Check Asymmetric Blazer is sleek and stylish and would look great with the Topshop Gingham Bow Top I previously wrote about. Pair it with the tee and some skinny jeans then either ballet pumps for day wear or heels for the evening.

The Topshop Check Asymmetric Blazer is available at Topshop online priced at £45. But like the Gingham Bow Top, it’s only available in limited sizes so keep checking if it’s not in your size as it may be in stock again.

It has been rumoured that this will be one of the top selling high street coats next season! With a military inspired style, it’s brass buttons and structured lines nail the look and this will be a fabulous coat to be seen parading around in next Season.

Some celebs apparently put their order in for this coat months ago, and we all know that when see familiar faces trotting around in it in the pages of our magazines, you will be able to feel the swell of girls storming their way to their local high street to get theirs too.

So get in there early and bag one for yourself. Most sizes are already sold out online so this is set to be one popular item to get your hands on.

Get yours for £140 from French Connection.