Autumn has firmly arrived on British shores this week and so everyone has begun to scramble to put together their wardrobe for the new season. With SS13’s shows not even over yet, February’s shows which foretold what we’d be wearing now seem like a distant dream. So I thought it was time to refresh some memories and pick out my top five pieces every girl show have in her wardrobe this autumn:

1. A graphic jumper:

This might be something you already have but whether it is a new purchase or an old favourite, you will be sure to be kept warm in this trend. Kenzo, Proenza Schouler and Betsey Johnson sent knitwear featuring geometric shapes down their runways for autumn 2012. From argyl to aztec prints, graphics are all over the high street:

Shop the trend at Next*: Argyl Pattern Sweater; or Aztec Print Jumper.

2. Belts:

A wardrobe staple for any fashionista but for this season a cinched waist and big hips were on the catwalks at Burberry and Mulberry:

Shop the trend at Next: Berry Lock Waist Belt; Black Stud Waist Belt; or Black Bow Skinny Stud Belt.

3. An over-sized coat:

Another trend that works well with the seasonal weather which is always an added bonus. Over-sized coats rocked down the runways in Paris, at Hermes, Celine and Chanel. You can layer up under this trend and still look stylish:

Shop the trend at Next: Grey Knit Coat; or Oatmeal Double Breasted Coat.

4. ’70s print:

The ‘70s have been having something of a revival for a few seasons now and this continues into autumn for 2012, having graced the catwalks at Prada, Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton. Choose from mini dresses to trousers and blouses:

Shop the trend at Next: Printed Soft Shirt; or Geo Print Shift Dress.

5. Plaid:

Prints are big for AW12 and plaid – and tartan – have never been hotter, as seen at JW Anderson, Jonathan Saunders and Marni. Dress head-to-toe if you dare, or pick a piece here and there:

Shop the trend at Next: Tartan Check Shirt; or Check Print Dress.

Which trends will you be wearing for Autumn Winter 2012?

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