Autumn and Fall Fashion Trends

Welcome to ‘What’s New for November’ here at How To Look Good.

This month we are continuing with your questions on autumn fashion and fall fashion trends. Choosing clothes to flatter your shape is crucial for your self-confidence. It’s not just about the latest fashion trends but whether these latest fashion styles for women seen in fashion magazines will really suit your body shape.

Once you are in the know about the strongest commercial themes and you have all the fashion advice you need (find out how to dress to suit your body shape) you will then be ready to take on the cooler weather with style!

Take a look at our ‘catwalk’ section featuring the latest fashion trends in UK, as well as those from New York, Paris and Milan.

Then move on to ‘High Street’ to see how your local stores have interpreted the look to suit your style and budget.

Here are my answers to your individual questions with our recommendations of what to buy for your individual shape…

Question: “Hi Caryn
I have to wear a suit for work and want to buy a new one that I can wear out after work and look fashionable without being over the top for my job. I am 33 and have a 32DD chest."
Thalia

Hi Thalia
This winter wide leg is popular style in the shops. Wide leg trousers are not only very fashionable but also the shape I would recommend to balance your body symmetry. Once you have your basic suit, you can wear it with a variety of tops but always choose a neckline that will elongate your neck and minimize your bust. A single-breasted jacket is best for you; avoid a double-breasted jacket at all costs.

Marks and Spencer
Limited collection thin stripe grey jacket and trousers
£79 jacket
Size 8-20
£49.50 trousers
Sizes 8S – 20M

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Question: “Hello,
I have seen in a lot of magazines that knitwear dresses are in fashion. I haven’t time to shop and wondered if you could recommend one to me? I have a small budget and have a curvy shape."
Diana

Dear Diana
Stella McCartney took the lead this season with her easy to pull on knitwear dresses and all the high streets have followed suit. Knitwear dresses are great for layering over opaque tights, leggings or jeans and great for a day or evening look. As you are curvy I would suggest an a-line style and opt for a subtler colour such as grey or black – these colours are especially popular this season.

Freemans
Crochet knit dress
£29
Sizes 8-16

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Question: "Hi Caryn and team
I am organizing the Christmas party at work and already panicking about what outfit to wear. I know that it’s a good 6 weeks away but I always find it a struggle to get anything that looks good on me. I’m size 16 with a pot belly."
Sue

Hi Sue
Can’t believe it’s that time of the year again!
It’s good to plan ahead and avoid the crowds that flock to the shops closer to December. Christmas outfits are just starting to appear in the high street and they will always sell the latest version of “the little black dress” that appear every year in a variety of styles. I would suggest that you opt for an empire line as this will flatter your apple shape and give you perceived height. Keep the dress simple and don’t opt for a high necked dress, instead chose a scoop neck or v-neck. Jasper Conran has designed a range for Debenhams that includes a fabulous dress that has a draped detail on the front that would also hide your tummy.

Debenhams
Draped georgette dress
£120
Sizes 8-18
One colour

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Question. “Hi Caryn
I am looking for a winter coat that is not too expensive. I am tall, 5ft 11 and quite skinny and find a lot of coats look awkward on me so I need your help."
Katie

Hi Katie
No problem. There are a lot of great styles to suit your shape. You could go for a 60’s inspired double breasted pea coat or alternatively try a 50’s style coat, that has a tie belt to show off the waist. Finally opt for a bright colour as this will also help to add volume to your body and will give you less of a straight up and down look. In fact you are the best shape to really enjoy the volume trend in coats this season. Don’t forget there is a special section devoted to tall body shapes in our shopping mall.

La redoute
Tie coat
£79
Sizes 8-18
Colours: red and black

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Question. "Dear Caryn
I love going for walks, especially in autumn and want something that will keep me warm. I always loved the gilet and have enjoyed it for the last few seasons, however mine is looking old and in need of an update. I’m wondering whether this look might be a bit dated now but if not who is doing them this season? "
Anne

You know what Anne, everyone did layering from Marc Jacobs to Paul Smith and the Gilet is a perfect garment for layering. So if you want to update your trusty gilet, pull it over a chunky cable knit (very this season) and wear with loose trousers stuffed into boots with thick socks peeping over the edge of the boot. To finish off add a knitted floppy hat and oversized scarf. The thing is, functional clothing looks far more stylish than any old piece of frippery that has been deemed ‘in’ by the fashion editors and the gilet is a case in point – what else could do the job.
I hope that sorts it for you, now for part two of your query. Boden are my best steer for the gilet you need and here’s a link to take you straight there.

Boden
Colours: Bordeaux, dark brown, sage
Sizes S-XL
Price £49

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