Colour Blocking.....

TIP...go glam and mix your silks I have updated a simple black blouse with retro colours and the bright waistband give great shape and makes the trousers look longer and more shapely

blouse by banana republic http://www.bananarepublic.co.uk

trousers by bhs http://www.bhs.co.uk

waistband made with ribbon from vv rouleaux http://www.vvrouleaux.com

shoes by rupert sanderson http://rupertsanderson.com

TIP...leather is a great way to update the black trouser and add a bold colour jumper for a casual look if wearing peep toe shoes go for a strong nail varnish and red lipstick for an added detail

jumper by topshop http://www.topshop.com

trousers by acne http://www.brownsfashion.com

shoes by polini http://www.pollini.com

geranium lipstick by christian dior http://www.dior.com/beauty

TIP...this dress cover 2 trends colour blocking with a 40's twist let the dress be the statement and style with a different coloured shoe for more impact don't match it just compliment the colours

dress by primark http://www.primark.co.uk

shoes by aldo http://www.aldoshoes.com

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Spots.....

TIP...go for androgony this season and get experimental with neckties and accessories like these perspex bangles for a more rock n roll look add snakeskin boots to clash the textures

blouse by river island http://www.riverisland.com

necktie and bangles by impulse http://www.topshop.com

jumper by m&s http://www.marksandspencer.com

trousers by dorothy perkins http://www.dorothyperkins.com

boots by lk bennett http://www.lkbennett.com

glasses by givenchy http://www.selfridges.com

TIP...play with details and look for collar or cuff details and pair with spotty culottes or simple trousers if you just want subtle detail and the hat gives the 70's twist

blouse by hobbs http://www.hobbs.co.uk

culottes by very.co.uk http://www.very.co.uk

shoes by thakoon http://www.net-a-porter.com

hat by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

TIP...the black spotted dress is a ket evening dress for autumn and go crazy with spots by adding polka dot tights but patent brogues gives the look more of an interesting edge for a short dress

dress by julian macdonald for debenhams http://www.debenhams.com

spotty tights by pretty polly http://www.prettypolly.co.uk

brogues by paul smith http://www.paulsmith.co.uk

photographs by myself

Tailoring.....

TIP...mix and match your suiting mix up a bold colour with neutrals and add a furry scarf to finish off the look

blazer by acne http://www.matchesfashion.com

blouse by lina osterman http://www.linaosterman.com

trousers by lala berlin http://www.brownsfashion.com

hairy scarf by masion martin margiela http://www.brownsfashion.com

TIP...for a more casual approach to a printed blouse go for this great holey jumper perfect to show off your prints and also makes the look more casual wear with leather for a harder edge

jumper by ashish http://www.selfridges.com

blouse by erdem http://www.net-a-porter.com

shrts by iro http://www.my-wardrobe.com

boots by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

TIP...layer a coloured blouse under a dress for an instant update and a more feminine feel to tailoring play with colour blocking for a modern approach

dress by tatanaka http://www.tatanaka.com

blouse by equipment http://www.my-wardrobe.com

shoes by jaegar http://www.jaeger.co.uk

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Exclusive: Diesel Jogg Jeans

THE JOGG JEAN...Diesel have given me the onlin eexclusive for a brand new invention for casual wear combining denim and sweats. I was sent the 3 styles to try out and offer you ideas of how to wear them before they are launched firstly in selfridges from the 1st July and then nationwide in Diesel stores from August. They start at £150. The jeans are made using a circular weaving technique that has been used in their denim before bt helped invent this new type of trouser. Basically they have the effect of looking like jeans with the comfort of tracksuit bottoms and have been converted they are truly comfy and from afar you would think they were jeans! Definitely worth having a look for yourself and see below for the different ways to wear them.....

TIP...this is a great wash and the texture is perfect to match with the tribal trend that will be big for autumn layer the trousers with statement boots and a blanket style printed coat or cardigan the hems of the trousers can be bunched at the boot to give the look of slouchy socks

blanket coat by oasis http://www.oasis-stores.com

blouse by topshop http://www.topshop.com

jogg jeans by diesel http://www.diesel.com

boots by charlotte olympia http://www.charlotteolympia.com

hat by rokit http://www.rokit.co.uk

feather neclace by erickson beamon http://www.ericksonbeamon.com

TIP...the dark wash of these trousers are great as they can work well with a strong colour like the blouse. I rolled up the hem to add to the effect of the trousers being denim and the waistcoat is a good autumn layer with a 70's twist the snakeskin boots are a must have for winter

waistcoat by topshop http://www.topshop.com

blouse by lina osterman http://www.linaosterman.com

jogg jeans by diesel http://www.diesel.com

shoes by pedro garcia http://www.pedrogarcia.com

TIP...I love the faded grunge wash of the trousers and have given them a 90's look with a loose knit jumper and printed creepers but keep the trouser size tighter to add sexiness and a hat finishes the look

jumper by united colours of benetton http://www.benetton.com

jogg jeans by diesel http://www.diesel.com

shoes by ashish http://www.selfridges.com

hat by anthony peto http://www.oki-ni.com

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

Checks.....

TIP...a scarf is a key accessory for the season ahead and a great way to mix your fabrics (update your own oversized scarf and attach a strip of faux fur to the middle) I have added silk wide leg trousers for a more glamourous daytime look

grey marl jumper by gap http://www.gap.com

silk wide leg trousers by roksander illinic http://www.brownsfashion.com

scarf with fur attachment by sonia rykiel http://www.net-a-porter.com

TIP...sheepskin is a key wardrobe update add it to tartan and it instantly updates the look keep shapes clean and simple and let the print come to life

dress by ashish http://www.selfridges.com

coat by christian blanken http://www.christianblanken.co.uk

shoes by office http://www.office.co.uk

DETAILS...the stack heel is my favourite shoe shape for autumn this shoe has a great height and the detail gives this shoe a edgy 60's feel wear with skinny jeans for a modern look

TIP...I have contrasted the 50's with the 90's with this great a-line skirt and pick a loose jumper but keep the skirt on the hips for a more laid back feel and add coloured shoe laces to your boot for an extra detail

mohair jumper by atelier lala berlin http://www.brownsfashion.com

skirt by anne sofie back http://annsofieback.com

boots by replay http://shop.replay.it

photographs by matthew smith http://www.propertydmr.co.uk

What to buy in the sales.....

TIP...tribal is all over the catwalks from blanket coats to aztec prints tbut if you want to keep it modern and simple pick these 3 key pieces the poncho, coloured jeans and a simple blouse

poncho by evil twin http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk

blouse by equipment http://www.my-wardrobe.com

jeans by hudson http://www.hudsonjeans.com

sunglasses by missoni http://www.retrospecs.co.uk

TIP...texture is the big trend for next season mix all your fabrics together and essential to the wardrobe is a big shaggy coat be it goat hair or faux fur this is a must have to throw over any outfit

coat by handwritten http://www.handwrittenuk.com

biker jacket by oasis http://www.oasis-stores.com

white vest by american vintage http://www.my-wardrobe.com

leather skirt by jospeh http://www.joseph.co.uk

sunglasses by prism http://www.matchesfashion.com