1) I need, need, need a tweed coat/jacket as seen at Prada,
Dolce and Gabbana and of course Chanel. Tweed was seen everywhere at the
international fashion weeks and will no doubt be a hit on the high street this
winter. For those of us who can't afford a double - breasted, tweed Chanel coat
(me included), head down to high street stores Zara and Whistles for the best
quality fabrics and cuts. A coat would probably be more appropriate for those
cold winter months but I personally would go for a jacket, which will see you
through autumn to spring. Yes, I'm willing to brave the cold in the name of
fashion.
2) Next on the list, a pair of leather boots, with silver
buckles and a broad heel preferably. A huge range of boots were seen this fall
from the brave thigh-highs at Fendi to the smaller ankle boot at Prada. Varying
in colour and pattern, heel and flats, the boot is definitely in this fall. I'd
go with a pair from H&M or Topshop. And I would make sure that they're fur
lined on the inside to keep your feet warm and the cold, probably wet weather
out. Every fashion conscious woman will be scouring the shops for her pair of
boots this autumn so if I were you I'd get hunting... Now!
3) What's an outfit without a handbag? I have to admit, bags
are my big indulgence, taking up at least 60% of my wardrobe. And this fall I
am after the perfect bag to add to my ever growing collection. Last winter it
was all about the big, minimalist handbags designed to carry the world and to
take up a lot of room, and I mean a lot of room. My Zara bag eclipsed me and
the poor, undeserving passenger next to me everyday on the tube. Thankfully,
this fall we are looking at a smaller design and avoiding complex situations
surrounding matters of storage. L.K.Bennett have a fantastic collection of bags
as modeled by Rosamund Pike in colours ranging from deep tans to bright red.
I'm also lusting after a satchel, a little geeky looking with lots of pockets.
I'll get back to you on that one. 
4) Don't gasp, but a big, big trend for fall was the return
of the mini-skirt. Yes, the dreaded primary school-cum-high school cheerleader
pleated skirt is back with a vengeance. Marc Jacobs, Clements Ribiero and
Vanessa Bruno were all in on this trend as were Versace and Chanel who went
with the tartan/black grunge look. Truth is, the skirt is a hard one and
requires a decent pair of legs. But worn with a big coat and boots, it can be
tamed.
5) The leather pant. Another tricky trend, and if you
weren't sure what I meant by leather, I mean the spray on type that squeeze and
make it difficulty to put on and take off. This trend should come with a safety
warning, seriously. However, putting safety aside and fashion first, this is a
trend that will look seriously good when done correctly. New Look and Topshop
will feature these within their stores as will French Connection and Cos no
doubt. I'm after a pair like those seen at Balmain: ankle length, adorned with
zips and high waisted. Leather pants paired with a bomber jacket or blazer and
a pair of flat brogues will easily tick the androgynous. 
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