The 10 Pieces That All The Fashion Editors Want For Autumn

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by Natalie Hammond |
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September’s a pretty big month in fashion land. It’s the start of a brand new season and the biannual fashion shows are already underway. What that means for your wardrobe is that there has never been a better time to ape thestreet stylers and work out what they’re investing in. Because, trust us, the amount of work a fashion editor puts into planning their fashion month wardrobe proves that their wish list items won’t be a flash-in-the-plan, but rather fabulous this season and beyond.

The square-toed shoe

Erika Boldrin in Bottega Veneta pumps
Erika Boldrin in Bottega Veneta square-toed pumps ©Getty

Bottega Veneta managed to create the shows that every fashion editor wants to wear. While square toe sandals were huge news for summer, they're not going anywhere soon. They work with longline shorts now and sheer black tights come winter.

The leather Bermuda short

The weather for micro-shorts may sadly be behind us, but knee-length bermudas are an entirely sensible proposition (yes, really). Wears yours with fashion editors’ favourite combo – a white tee and oversized blazer.

The big long dress

Forget the LBD, it’s all about the BLD this September. Prints or plain: it’s up to you, but sleeves and a high neck are mandatory.

The trouser suit

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Victoria Beckham suit
Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Victoria Beckham suit ©Getty

The trouser suit is a classic go-to in September (see Phoebe Waller-Bridge looking whip-smart in her frog-green Victoria Beckham number). If you want to keep your suit looking soft, opt for a pastel shade

The satin shirt

Think of the satin shirt as more ’70s and less Strictly this season. Dial down the disco by choosing a solid colour rather than a retro pattern

The chain jewellery

Chunky gold hardware isn’t about to do a disappearing act anytime soon, so stock up on chain necklaces and interlocking link earrings. Gigi Hadid wears her choker piled high with other trinkets, so don’t hold back.

The flat boot

Annabel Rosendahl
Annabel Rosendahl ©Gety

Summer’s over, which means it’s officially boot season. There are plenty of cowboys and knee-highs kicking about, but there’s something irresistible about a flat, thick-soled boot that can be worn with floral frocks and jeans alike.

The plain tank

Pixie Geldof
Pixie Geldof ©Getty

You might not have worn a tank top since the ’90s, but the slimline, sleeveless top is back, according to street stylers. Wear yours with jeans, à la Pixie Geldof, or style under a loose-fitting trouser suit.

The blazer

Tine Andrea
Tine Andrea ©Getty

The blazer got a strong showing at last month’s Copenhagen Fashion Week – a sure sign that it will be everywhere at September’s shows. Choose a size up so you can roll the sleeves and get that lived-in look

The hairband

Ever since Prada put padded styles on the catwalk, the hairband has been a bona fide It accessory. Embrace your inner Sloane Ranger, we say.

SHOP: The New Season Pieces Every Fashion Editor Wants

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SHOP: The pieces on fashion editors' autumn shopping lists

Aeyde pumps1 of 22

Aye, Meghan Pumps, £205

Bottega Veneta pumps2 of 22

Bottega Veneta, Padded Bloc Pumps, £685

Arket culottes3 of 22

Arket, Leather Culottes, £225

Uterque leather trousers4 of 22

Uterque, Leather Trousers, £220

Kitri dress5 of 22

Kitri, Vintage Floral Dress, £145

Baum Und Pferdgarten dress6 of 22

Baum Und Pferdgarten, Ani Dress, £249

Arket blazer7 of 22

Arket, Oversized Seersucker Blazer, £115

Arket trousers8 of 22

Arket, Cropped Seersucker Trousers, £69

Anna Quan blazer9 of 22

Anna Quan, Sienna Double-Breasted Twill Blazer, £590

Anna Quan trousers10 of 22

Anna Quan, Max Belted Twill Wide-Leg Pants, £450

Nanushka shirt11 of 22

Nanushka, Mandine Shirt, £375

Topshop satin shirt12 of 22

Topshop, Satin Knot Front Shirt, £29

Monica Vinader earrings13 of 22

Monica Vinader, Alta Capture Charm Earrings, £115

Laura Lombardi necklace14 of 22

Laura Lombardi + Net Sustain, Franca Gold-Plated Necklace, £160

Uniqlo vest top15 of 22

Uniqlo, Airism Scoop-Neck Sleeveless Vest Top, £9.90

Weekday tank top16 of 22

Weekday, Stella Tank Top, £8

Eytys boots17 of 22

Eytys, Ortega Snake, £400

Shoe The Bear boots18 of 22

Shoe The Bear, Akira Chelsea Boots Black Leather, £140

Warehouse blazer19 of 22

Warehouse, Check Blazer Jacket, £65

Marc Cain blazer20 of 22

Marc Cain, Blazer With Subtle Checked Pattern, £405

Shrimps headband21 of 22

Shrimps, Antonia Headband, £150

Zara headband22 of 22

Zara, Satin Headband With Pearl Beads, £17.99

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