The brief
Chelsea, Kensington and Notting Hill, with a touch of Manhattan and Paris. Fashionable, worn with full commitment, and grown up without ever being stiff.
An oversized leather jacket or a long coat over a short hem, in the colours of autumn whatever the month. Preppy knits, good boots and warm textures keep it polished, the layers keep it easy. Part West London, part New York, with a little Paris.
- Mood
- Polished, assured, warm
- Silhouette
- Oversized top, short hem, long leg
- Palette
- Chocolate, camel, cream, navy, oxblood
- Fabric
- Leather, suede, wool, cable knit, tweed
- Key piece
- An oversized leather jacket
- Suggested season
- All year
- Good for
- leather jacket, long coat, polished, chic, warm tones
Two ways to wear it
Leather
- An oversized leather jacket over a fitted knit or tee, with a pleated mini and sheer tights
- Retro trainers and white socks by day, knee boots or a pointed heel after dark
- A baseball cap or a claw clip, big sunglasses and a bag that matches the boots
Long coat
- A trench or a long check coat over a cable knit, with jeans or a mini
- Loafers with socks, or knee boots, and a scarf draped rather than wrapped
- Gold jewellery and a structured top-handle bag to finish
What makes it work
- Warm autumn colours all year, chocolate, camel, cream, navy and oxblood
- One big layer against one short one, an oversized leather jacket over a mini, a long coat over shorts
- Preppy pieces worn simply, a cable knit, a rugby stripe, a crested knit, a navy blazer
- Pattern used with confidence, check on check, tartan under houndstooth, a stripe under a blazer
- Everything fresh and cared for, clean trainers, pressed cotton, no bobbles
What breaks it
- Hoodies, sweatshirts and sportswear that only reads as sportswear
- Loud logos, the look works because it feels effortless
- Cold colours and neon, the palette stays warm with one soft accent
- Anything stiff or overdressed, it should feel easy to move in
The outfit
Top
- An oversized leather jacket in black, chocolate, tan or oxblood
- A cable knit or chunky jumper in cream, navy or chocolate, worn oversized
- A rugby stripe or polo knit, tucked into a mini or worn loose
- A crisp white or pale blue shirt, collar open, under a knit
- A navy or brown blazer, worn oversized
- A fitted rib top or bodysuit in white, black or brown
Legs
- A pleated mini in grey, camel, chocolate or navy
- A tartan or check mini, with sheer tights
- A suede or faux leather mini
- Wide leg jeans in a mid wash, with a cropped knit
- Straight chinos or trousers in stone, navy or brown
Footwear
- Knee boots in black, brown or suede, over sheer tights
- Chunky loafers with a white or grey sock
- Retro trainers in cream, grey, brown or red, with white socks
- Ballet flats or Mary Janes, in black, burgundy or blush
- A pointed boot or slingback for the evening
Hair and makeup
Hair
- A baseball cap over a low ponytail or a loose braid
- A claw clip, twisted up or half up, with loose pieces left out
- A slicked back bun with a middle parting, the sleek version
- A glossy blow-dry with lift at the crown, for the evening version
Makeup
Daytime Skin
Tinted moisturiser, a touch of bronzer, brushed brows and a balm
Glossy Nude
Glowing skin, soft blush and a gloss in a warm nude
Warm Eye
Bronze and brown shadow with plenty of mascara, autumn on the face
Wine Lip
Clean skin with a red, wine or deep cherry lip
Finishing touches
Jewellery
- Gold hoops, chunky or thin, worn every day
- One or two layered gold chains
- A stack of gold rings with a slim bangle or watch
- A dainty pendant or initial necklace
Other Accessories
- A baseball cap in cream, brown, navy or black, worn low
- A slouchy suede or leather shoulder bag in tan, chocolate or black
- A structured top-handle or quilted bag for the evening
- Big sunglasses, tortoiseshell or black, even under a grey sky
- A silk scarf or a chunky scarf, draped rather than wrapped
- A coat worn over the shoulders when it cools down
Take it further
For when you want to go all out, pull out every stop and make it yours.
- 01Build the whole look in one autumn shade, chocolate or tan, head to toe, leather included
- 02Wear a long check coat over a plain knit and let the pattern do the talking
- 03Try the New York version, a cable knit, a pleated mini and loafers with socks
- 04Try the Paris version, a black roll neck, a slim scarf, sheer tights and knee boots
- 05Try a menswear version, a leather jacket or check overcoat, a rugby stripe, straight chinos and clean retro trainers
- 06Shoot it on a white stucco terrace, a crescent or a brick mansion block, and let the street do the rest
If you like this, try these
Bring this look to your session, or see all 21 styles