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WARDROBE REFRESH:
THE BEST AUTUMN DRESSES

Add some swish-worthy flair to your wardrobe with our most coveted autumn dresses, plus discover our top tips on how to style them

Add flower power with Jaeger’s skater dress

We’ve fallen head over heels for this romantic floral midi dress by Jaeger. Bracelet-length sleeves, a V-shaped neckline and a nipped-in drawstring waist create an elegant silhouette with a timeless quality. Dressy enough to be worn for any autumn events in your diary, it’s also a winner for days in the office.

A statement floral print on a rich toffee background, like this one, is a clever transitional choice. Team it with strappy heels for a dinner date, adding tights, boots and a tailored coat or a leather jacket when winter comes. Keep your hair and make-up simple and let the dress shine.

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 Jaeger pure-wool camel boyfriend coat. Shop now
Jaeger’s pure-wool coats are wardrobe classics
£299
Faux-leather khaki crossbody bag with gold buckle. Shop now
Consider this cross-body bag your new go-to
£35
Black leather flatform ankle boots. Shop now
Step out in style with flatform boots
£75
NAILS INC. 73% Plant Power vegan nail polish in Deep Purple. Shop now
Glossy nails in deep plum signals autumn
£9

Keep it simple with a monochromatic midi

Make autumn dressing easy with a fuss-free midi dress. The best autumn dresses work for every occasion: work, weekends and even running around after little ones. This black and white patterned midi by Finery London is a perfect example of a truly wear-anywhere dress: comfy, flattering and easily dressed up or down. A tiered skirt creates movement while the three-quarter sleeves add subtle volume. Plus, the monochromatic palette will work with anything that’s already in your wardrobe.

We’ll be pairing ours with a chunky longline cardigan, comfy tan suede boots and a cross-body bag for a fail-safe outfit that scores maximum points for versatility.

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Tan faux-leather cross-body bag. Shop now
A cross-body bag adds the finishing touch
£19.50
Grey cable-knit longline cardigan. Shop now
Layer with a longline cardigan on chilly days
£39.50
CLINIQUE Pop™ Reds Lip + Cheek. Shop now
Red lipstick + midi dress = instant glam
£24
Per Una tan suede cowboy boots. Shop now
Anchor a floaty-dress look with cowboy boots
£79

Take a walk on the wild side

Busy days call for easy staples, like this leopard -print midi dress by Finery London. It’s an instant wardrobe hero that puts a sophisticated spin on animal print. The floaty shape, collared neckline and cuffed sleeves add subtle detail. Team with bare legs and black ankle boots to make the most of the warm transitional weather.

Come late autumn, beat the chill by pairing a leopard-print dress with a denim utility jacket – the shearling lining is guaranteed to keep you cosy. Add white trainers and a cross-body bag and you’ll be ready to power through your errands.

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Blue denim utility jacket with faux-shearling lining. Shop now
Features a warm faux-shearling lining
£55
Daniel Wellington gold chain strap watch. Shop now
Gild the look with a gold watch
£115
Black ribbed roll-neck top. Shop now
Layer with a ribbed roll-neck top
£115
White lace-up trainers. Shop now
Cushioned soles for days on the move
£25

The chic merino-wool wrap dress

Stuck in a bit of an outfit rut? Don’t let the arrival of cold weather put your style on ice; refresh your wardrobe for autumn with a jumper dress for a chic look that won’t compromise on cosiness. Look for designs that combine luxuriously soft natural fibres (like merino wool) with a rich colour palette for a put-together look: the caramel hue of this Jaeger wrap dress ticks all the boxes. Pair with seasonal footwear – the knee-high boots trend is still going strong – and you’ve got a new go-to outfit.

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Autograph waterproof gold-plated twist-hoop earrings. Shop now
A pair of Autograph gold-plated hoop earrings
£18
Stila Convertible Colour Dual Lip & Cheek Cream 4.25g in Peony. Shop now
Flushed cheeks for a radiant glow
£18
Dune black leather knee-high boots. Shop now
Dune’s knee-high boots add extra warmth
£180
Mushroom leather shoulder bag. Shop now
Keep things sleek with a shoulder bag
£49.50

Words: Dulcie Emerson and Emily Sutherland

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