Slip into NEUTRAL

It's never been easier to embrace the new season with our pick of timeless trends in classic colours

EASTERN INFLUENCE

The simplicity and minimalism of traditional Japanese designs are subtly chic and really stand the test of time. Choose well-cut pieces such as a crinkle-cut top or a kimono jacket, which adds versatility to many outfits.

Jacket, £49.50, sizes 6-24, and shoes, £69, both marksandspencer.com; top, £98, and skirt, £119, both sizes 4-18, thewhitecompany.com; belt, £9.99, hm.com

GONE HIKING

Loungewear meets the great outdoors as knitted joggers, slouchy cashmere, and padded outerwear appear on the high street. These on-trend practical coats will be perfect for layering under heavier wool versions once the big chill arrives.

Coat, £250, sizes 6-20, jaeger.co.uk; jumper, £259, sizes xs-l, mycashmere.co; trousers, £110, sizes 4-18, thewhitecompany.com; boots, £359, Ikbennett.com

CO-ORD CHIC

Nothing beats the ease of throwing on a coordinating two-piece and achieving instant polished style. Try the same pattern in reversed colorways for a match with contrast.