Major layers

Fashion’s love affair with layering shows no sign of abating, meaning that wearing half your closet in one go on chilly days is now considered a sartorial statement. Start with a lightweight polo-neck sweater, layer over a diaphanous floral dress and top with a plush shearling coat, or a quilted jacket as seen at Richard Quinn.

Check it out

From Prince of Wales to tartan and plaid, the dominance of checks on the catwalk left no doubt that this season it’s hip to be square. Chiffon pleats and asymmetric hemlines breathe new life into heritage prints making them ultra modern, especially when proportion play is added to the mix. Achieve the look with an ankle-grazing pleated skirt and a neat blazer.