Fashionably Yours

Annamé Lotz draws inspiration from her changing surroundings

As the days grow shorter and night sets in earlier, sunsets become richer and the trees change their colours from bright green to the warmer shades of red, brown and yellow.  Just like Nature, we too should take this opportunity to shed our summer colours and dress ourselves in warmer, more comfortable layers.

Autumn is such a fun time to play around with layers and different textures.  The weather is still very forgiving; you don’t need to cover up completely with a coat and scarf.  There’s a lot of opportunity to combine playful layers and experiment with textures and shades.  This allows you to look good while we’re in this limbo of seasons, where we’re likely to have winter and summer both in one day!

Draw inspiration from your changing surroundings: play with shades of brown, red and gold to mimic the trees and shades of grey to tune in with darkening skies.

A sequined soft pink top, layered with a chunky knit cardigan looks very ladylike tucked into a grey flared skirt.  Be sure to tuck it in! This will accentuate your waist that could otherwise so easily get lost in a chunky knit cardi. and add some pretty accessories to make it your own.

Be a little more daring and try this season’s hottest item: the faux fur waistcoat.  It adds instant character and depth to your outfit.  Take it a step further and combine it with something out of the ordinary: an interesting top perhaps? We’ve done just that, choosing a knitted, almost metallic, rust-coloured one that you can pair it with your best-fitting tights or dark wash jeans and tuck them into a pair of brown boots.  Now add a little glamour with bold brushed gold accessories; the contrasting textures and warm colours make for a pretty picture with lots of interesting detail to add value.

Take on the cold and wet weather by wearing the same tights with a burgundy shirt and a grey coat, preferably with a hood.  Give this look some extra kick and go get those Hunter boots you’ve been dreaming about!  A dark olive pair would go beautifully with this outfit’s grey, burgundy and black palette, once again mimicking our changing surroundings.

So, before winter forces us all to cover up completely, have a little fun with layering different shades and textures, adding a spot of shimmer here and there.