While we may not have even got to August yet, would it be wrong to say we're a tiny bit excited for autumn? Not just because the tube will return to a legal temparature but because a change in weather justifies a shopping trip.
In the fashion world all eyes are already on the next season with shops starting to drop their first autumn collections, known as pre-fall, round about now. Naturally our first point of call for next season shopping is our high street fail-safe Zara. The Italian fashion mecca's 'City Lights' collection is a hotbed of covetable pieces we can wear now and throughout the autumn. Check out our favourites below...
The Jazzy Shirt
Ticking off two trends in one -polka dots and wrap tops - this shirt is first on our wishlist. Reminding us of cult label Reformation, this flattering, vintage-inspired piece will look equally good dressed down with denim cut-offs, or dressed up with a leather midi.
£59.99, Zara.com
The Floral Dress 2.0
Floral midi dresses have been everywhere this summer, and the trend sees no signs of slowing down. As the temperature drops we'll be swapping sandals for ankle boots, and adding a biker or blazer to beat the chill.
£69.99, Zara.com
The Going-Out Top
Thanks to the reurgance of all things 90s and 00s, the 'going-out top' is making a comeback. We'll be pairing this this bright, kimono inspired piece with straight leg jeans and red mules next time we're going out-out.
£59.99, Zara.com
The Wear-With-Everything Blazer
Well deserving of its wardrobe staple status, a tailored blazer will see you through the working week and the weekend. We'd wear this dark plum number with matching trousers and a white shirt for the office, and switch it up with a denim skirt and slogan tee for the weekend.
£99.99, Zara.com
The Statement Skirt
It's not only wrap dresses and tops that are having a moment, wrap skirts are also trending. Bring some autumn hues into your wardrobe with this striped piece.
£69.99, Zara.com
The Cult Coat
Granted it may be a little early to start thinking about your winter coach purchase, but as any dedicated shopper knows, the early bird catches the worm with this one. Invest now and sit bag smugly in September when you're the one who snapped up a gem like this. This orange coat will brighten up the most basic of outfits and perk up the greyest of mornings.
£179, Zara.com
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