Be bold and daring with your knits this season! Just because its winter it doesn’t mean we have to dress dull and boring! Look at these fab knits; they’re great for adding colour and life into your winter wardrobe.

The first shocking pink knit is from Marti Margiela, I love the shape of this knit; the strong shoulders and batwing sleeves combined is a really striking look. Teamed with black tights, chunky platforms and finishing off with fuchsia pink lippy, be prepared to turn heads! The knit can be purchased from Browns for £545; they also have a great section of bold knits from the likes of Fendi and Cesari Fabbri.

A cheaper alternative can be purchased from River Island for £29.99; this knit also has the deep v-neck and the batwing sleeves, which is really hot for this season.

This season has seen a recurring trend called the poncho and the cape. Perfect for winter and for those of you that got on board with the trend the last time. I’m not sure which is better, but they can both look sleek and stylish.

Personally I love this Tomas Maier, mist coloured, cashmere poncho. At the moment it is discounted by 40% from £575 to £345 so if you fancy a splurge this poncho is perfect, with or without a belt. I think it should be given some glamour with some jeans and heels. Or this funnel neck cape in chocolate colour from Topshop is just as chic but is a lot cheaper at just £75.

The Tomas Maier Cahmere poncho is available at www.net-a-porter.com and the funnel neck cape is available at www.topshop.com.

I love this style of shoe! They’re a unique alternative to the typical court shoe and look fantastic! The thick elastic dolly bar that stretches across your foot is super comfy and ensures your shoes are securely fastened to your feet which is reassuring if looking to purchase a pair of Prada’s shoes!

Prada have really gone mad for this style of shoe this fall, they have experimented with bold colours and materials. Patent is soooo in this season and Prada have of course produced a fantastic range of these shoes in patent. I love the way they have blended the two colours together, very classy!

If you can’t quite stretch to Pradas budget, why not check out the mid season Faith sale, these shoes are only £35 form £60 and come in black too!

Apparently deco insprired print is the new floral this fall, with bold geometric shapes taking over the runway it is now time to invest in your very own geo garment!

Geometric prints are not only on the catwalk, they can be seen on the highstreet too, which is great if your watching your pennies like me! There are no rules as to what fabric or garment can carry off this print, from knitwear to delicate dresses, anything goes!

I have found two great examples for you, the first cheap and cheerful option is from Warehouse, its £55 and will look great with bare legs for a night on the town or with black tights for the day!

The second delicious option is by Emilio Pucci and can be purchased at Browns for £1,200! This dress is gorgeous I can see it with huge patent platform heels, yum!

I always hate to see the end of summer as it means the end of all those beautiful vibrant, refreshing colours and the return of blacks browns and greys! Its not that I really hate these winter colours its just that they can get a bit boring and bland.

Well that was until I found these great new shoes that add a shock of colour to your wardrobe and instantly funk up your feet! I love the fact that footwear is getting more and more adventurous this Fall and these shoes certainly reflect that!

The first pair is from Marni who mixes three contrasting colours to create this great funky retro look. These shoes are gorgeous and the platform heel is perfect for those who want to add a bit of length to their legs. They do come at a price though; £290! So start saving girls!

Or don’t and opt for a cheaper but just as funky version from Ninewest for $89, that’s under £50! Take your pick!

Trendy designer Christian Louboutin has really set the style with these Jaws Platform Pumps. In my eyes they are perfect, nothing could improve the design except maybe the £430 price tag that comes with them! The contrasting nude and black really forces the zigzag edging to stand out and the patent tie bow at the front and patent covered heel adds that little bit more glamour to the design.

I love the way Net-a-porter have dressed the model with a high waisted pencil skirt and plain nude colour top; simple colours should be worn with this design so the shoes are the main focus of the outfit, after all… you want to show these beauties off.

OK so £430 is a little overboard for many of us so why not pick a similar high street style like these leather peep-toes from Faith. The ankle strap adds a sophisticated edge to the design and at £50 they are much more affordable. Again these shoes would look fab with a black pencil skirt and white shirt – great for the office or for a drink with friends. Unfortunately the Christian Louboutin Jaws platform pumps will have to remain on my wish list but these Faith Ivory Courts can be more of a reality!

Herve Leger introduced the ‘bandage’ dress to the fashion world; this style of dress celebrates the female form by smoothing and shaping the female silhouette to create a glamorous and seductive look.

The Leger label was at his best in the 1980’s, however fall 2007 sees the return of the label and I can’t wait to see his new collection! Leger definitely designs for the more confident woman who loves her curves and is not afraid of flaunting them. So if you fit into this category be sure to check out his collection at Net a Porter and check out the Herve Leger Bandage dress.

If you love the ‘bandage’ dress look but can’t quite stretch to the designer price tag, I’ve spotted a cheeky bargain that might interest you from River Island! For £29.99 this metallic grey dress could be yours! Good hey?!

We all love our chunky knits to keep us warm and cosy through those cold winter months so this week I have been searching the hottest new trends for knitwear and it seems that cable knits are set to dominate the winter fashion scene. With designers such as Chloe and Stella McCartney leading the way with their beautiful chunky cable knit jumpers and cardigans it’s hard to resist the cable knit trend!

Grey seems to be the ‘IN’ colour for knits, whether it’s dark grey or smoky grey, it’s a great alternative to black and will give a classy yet casual look! Here I have searched for the best knits of the moment, the first option is for those designer chicks; a light grey hooded cable knit cardi from Chloe, this cardi is lush! I love the toggle fastenings and the oversized hood to shield you from those cold winter days. To add this Chloe Hooded cable knit cardigan to your designer wardrobe it will cost you £675 from Net a Porter.

If you’re more of a high street honey I have the perfect alternative, this cardi is from French Connection, I think it will look great with little shorts and some bold coloured tights!It also looks super cosy for £120!

High waisted trousers and pencil skirts over stylish white blouses are an absolute must fashion trend this season. I have to admit when wearing clothes like this to work I often get warm and stuffy but with the colder weather approaching there’s no excuse not to wear this fabulous style. This Mulberry Silk button front blouse is the perfect item to wear under those high waisted bottoms, it is made from silk and has small gold buttons at the front for extra detail. The tapered cuffs and tie around the neck give the blouse that little bit more interest and it would be great for both work and social events.

Paired with trousers similar to these you can’t go wrong and add a splash of colour as shown in the picture with a bright bag or bright shoes. I love red at the moment, it’s definitely hot but wear it sparsely so your outfit isn’t overpowered. The silk shirt costs £295 and is available at Net-a-porter.

If Mulberry is a little bit out of your price range then check out these other brands I have found on the web. Firstly we have a puff sleeve blouse by Oasis on the Littlewoods Direct Website (left) and secondly a Limited Collection short sleeve ruffle neck blouse from Marks & Spencer. The blouse from Oasis costs £39 and again looks great paired with high waisted grey trousers. This blouse would also look fab with lower waisted trousers and a colourful high waisted belt (I’m thinking red again!).

The ruffle neck blouse over at M&S is very sophisticated and teams up well with the black pencil skirt. The blouse costs £29.50 and could also be worn to work or out on the town. As Net-a-porter have proven in the top picture, this style looks great with a bright coloured bag.

This Ri2K Valentino Shoulder Bag at John Lewis is one of my favourites, at £85 it’s not the cheapest bag on the high street, but it does have a certain elegance and class that would team up well with the styles above.

Sorry to say it but winter is well and truly taking over, certainly in Britain anyway. It’s that time of year when shops are thinking about their Christmas decorations, we consider turning on the heating (but refuse because it should still be warm) and I’m browsing around to find my absolute perfect winter coat. I am happy to say I have found it, but there’s one problem… it costs £577 :(.

The coat is designed by Diane von Furstenberg and is a cream, collarless Candalaria Jersy Coat. The 3 quarter length sleeves, oversized buttons, pleated shoulder panels and pin tuck waist give an overall chic appearance and screams style. I love the way they have modelled the coat with one button fastened and the dress peeking through, the colour of the shoes and bag go perfectly with the outfit as well. This Diane von Furstenberg Candalaria jersy coat is available at Net-a-porter and I am very jealous of anyone who buys it.

If like me you’re a high street girl then check out this similar style from Funnel Neck Coat With Cashmere and is available for £89. I actually prefer the button detail on this coat and the love the swing shape; great for skimming those hips! You will look elegant and chic in either of these styles so the choice is yours.

I have also found a bag at M&S in a similar style to the one from Net-a porter for £69. It is an Autograph Leather Twist & Tassel Tote Bag and is made from grey leather. The bag is spacious enough for all your necessities and would look fabulous alongside the Funnel Neck Coat.