17 Affordable Ways to Tackle Autumn's Top Trends
With a new season around the corner, it’s time to start setting our sights on fresh styles to add to our autumn wardrobe. To inspire and guide our purchases, we looked to the major trends that reigned supreme on the spring runways. This season, feel-good pieces are on our radar—think sequins, feathers, and pastel colours. The runways were also filled with reimagined staples, from updated trench coats to sophisticated denim and modern suiting.
Because we understand how easy it can be to spend a fortune on new pieces, we’ve rounded up the best affordable options that capture autumn's cheerful mood. Keep scrolling to see our autumn-ready picks.
Lavender Love
From pantsuits to romantic dresses, shades of pale purple were seen all over the spring 2018 runways. Say hello to the season’s next It colour.
Take on the trend in this charming lace-knit sweater.Available in sizes XS to XL.
Trade in your denim trucker jacket for a soft lilac one.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Dark Denim
Raw selvedge denim is back. Wear your dark indigo in refreshing tailored pieces, matching suit separates, midi dresses, and skirts.
A modern take on the denim shirtdress. Available in sizes FR 34 to FR 38.
Ultra-flattering and perfectly priced.Available in sizes 24 to 32.
An ultra-versatile skirt that pairs with everything.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
The Reimagined Trench
Designers updated the classic staple with everything from cool silhouettes to chic details.
Update your staple trench with a bold belt and oversize buttons.Available in sizes XS to M.
All That Glitters
Sequins, glitter, sparkles, oh my! In every fashion capital, glitter prevailed. Try out the trend with a cool embellished sweatshirt or pair of pants.
Pair these shiny pants with a casual utility jacket and sneakers.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
If sequinned pieces are too bold for you, then try a pair of glittery sneakers.Available in sizes 5 to 11.
White Suiting
Summer whites are moving into autumn, with crisp suiting.
Pair tailored white suit separates with a casual graphic tee.Available in sizes 46 IT.
Bright and Bold
Add some joie de vivre to your #OOTD by incorporating autumn's primary-colour palette.
Judith Jones is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear who specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.