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Contents 04 LOOK! Money-saving offers for you 05 LA DIFFÉRENCE Your monthly trend briefing 10 WHO’S AFRAID OF print? This season it’s all about vintage-look patterns 12 FASHION MATHS Our catwalk calculator recreates three high-fashion looks
e m o c l wF e abulous. The colder weather has begun to hit and it’s time to dust off our winter woollies or, let’s be honest, buy some new ones – as if we need an excuse. For most of us the biggest purchase of autumn is the coat. I have my eye on a few. But should it be must-have military or simple singlebreasted? See our indispensable guide to your perfect coat on page 32 – we’ve even got 20% off coats and outerwear* to make it a purse-friendly buy. Also in this issue: we do fashion maths and recreate catwalk looks (page 12), we reveal buy-me-now, love-me-forever wardrobe staples (page 14), and InStyle editor Eilidh MacAskill shares her insider must-haves (page 20). We’re also offering free delivery* (just quote the order code 0519), so go to laredoute.co.uk and start taking advantage!
14 BUY NOW – Love forever Wardrobe staples to keep 20 MY LIFE: MY STYLE InStyle’s editor spills her secrets 22 Shop your shape 1 great trend, 3 unique women 26 who do you want to be today? Match your look to your mood 30 15 basicS Essentials you’ll adore 32 Meet your coat The easy way to wrap up in style
Nicola Wood La Redoute Magazine Editor
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la difference ... All the top trends and hot buys that will keep you looking fabulous
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Shoes £39 854.0730
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What's the look?
Last season’s ruffles have evolved into this season’s pleating – sharper, sleeker and just that little bit more sensible. It’s an office-ready trend but with a good dash of sex appeal.
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It’s important to balance out this look, so pair pleated pieces with figure-hugging separates to keep your silhouette super-slim.
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ROCK ’N’ ROLL TEES What's the look?
Rock-and-roll T-shirts have been around the block so many times, they’ve earned their style credentials tenfold. Statement slogans and quirky graphics let your tee do the talking.
How to do it
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Play it safe with distressed denim and a pair of worn-in shoeboots, or team with a fitted blazer and tight cigarette pants for a tux-with-a-twist look.
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What's the look? COSTELLO TAGLIAPIETRA
The spirit of Aphrodite was well and truly alive at the shows of Balenciaga, Sophia Kokosalaki et al. They marched their models down the runways dressed as Grecian goddesses swathed in reams upon reams of luxe fabric.
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How to do it
Channel the look for day in muted hues and knitted threads, or choose one bold piece for evening. It’s a trend that works on anything from slinky frocks to cowl-neck sweaters.
FIERCE STUDDING What's the look? The autumn 09 fashion weeks introduced hardware to a post-punk generation, armour-plating accessories with an extra-generous helping of studs.
How to do it
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Less is more. Be selective with a carefully chosen shoe, belt or bag or up the wattage on your evening look with an attention seeking studded waistcoat. Wear with a sober black base and a whole heap of attitude.
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WHO’s afraid of...
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Time to learn from your elders: the vintage print is back
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his season, prints have gone back in time. Forget the eighties – we’re talking sixties and beyond, with feminine patterns that are all about intricate detail. Take paisley, for example. Colourful, teardrop swirls make up a print last seen on your grandmother, but it’s a sumptuous luxe look and it’s suddenly very now. Snap up a floral tea-dress or a pricey-looking stole (only £25, but we won’t tell): this is one classic it’s time to revive.
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Recreate three fabulous designer looks at a fraction of the price. Looking catwalk gorgeous is as easy as 1, 2, 3...
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Flirt with fashion but build a relationship with style. It’s time to meet this season’s keepers
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T he Trapeze Tee
A chic throw-on that makes looking good look super-easy
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T he C hecked Peacoat A timeless classic that works for town and country
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T he Easy V-neck
This simple knit is a fashion failsafe you can always rely on
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my life my style
InStyle editor Eilidh MacAskill talks fashion-week pressure and her favourite trends for autumn
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edit a fashion and beauty magazine and I’m in and out of meetings all day. I have to ensure that my outfits are smart enough to carry me through, so I plan my look the night before, or if I’m going to the catwalk shows, a week ahead. There is always some pressure when packing for fashion week. I choose certain trends that work for me and my body type, and merge them into my existing wardrobe. I have to look put-together for work but I can sometimes wear jeans – always teamed with a sharp jacket or top. Off-duty I wear skinny black jeans and flats. I love the new minimalism, statement shoulders, shaggy gilets, metallics, sharply cut body-con shifts and masculine dressing. My advice for this season is to buy pieces that work with your existing style and wardrobe but maybe treat yourself to one fabulous impulse piece – at whatever price level you are comfortable with. We all need to smile, and fashion is a wonderful way to do it.”
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dress your shape
3 women, 3 shapes, 1 trend: the La Redoute style challenge From Paris to Milan, the autumn 09 shows treated fashionistas to a spot of colour therapy. The runways were awash with brights, from top-to-toe neon at Dior to a collection reminiscent of a Dulux colour chart courtesy of Henry Holland. But bold hues court attention, so how do you disguise your hang-ups without hiding your assets? With the help of our stylist, we challenged three women with very different shapes to channel this season’s obsession with brights.
Classic Pear Adeline Bonnet, 37, Buckinghamshire Shape-savvy Adeline knows what does and doesn’t suit her. “I’m what you call a pear shape – thin waist and bigger hips – so I don’t wear things that fit close to the body.” A laid-back dress-code at her office has resulted in a closetful of jeans and T-shirts. Stylist Debby Barry added a playful twist to this base with clashing scarves and quirky shoes, and recommended straight jeans as an alternative to the classic bootcut. “Just as slimming, but the shape is more modern,” she explains. The scarves proved a big hit with Adeline: “I love the idea of having the two together – and with a neutral base, I can add any colours I want!”
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“It’s a ea gr t way ofg accessorisinok my casual lo 7, ” Adeline, 3 Bucks
Photography by Ophelia Wynne Words by Catriona Taylor
Trapeze coat Perfect for winter. When it comes to spring, swap your trapeze-style coat for an equally flattering hip-skimming tunic. Coat £79 NOW £63.20 935.3542 Hat And Scarf Set (Cardinal) £21 966.0763 Hat And Scarf Set (Purple) £21 966.3150
Purple courts A cone-heeled shoe combines comfort with glamorous extra inches. Jeans £35 921.7940 Shoes £35 944.1654
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Fine knit sweater Mei Mei loved the bold violet hue of this sweater. A super-fine knit will cling to your curves without adding bulk, while the wide V-neck sits beautifully on broader shoulders. Sweater £29 949.4170 Trousers £29 834.3063 Accessories available at laredoute.co.uk
curvy apple Mei Mei Cooper, 39, London With a penchant for all things red, no one could describe freelance web producer Mei Mei as colour-shy, and she was excited about trying a new hue. To take advantage of her height, Debby dressed her in floor-length wide-legged trousers and a V-neck sweater to compliment her curves. The result was a slimming look that drew the eye down the body, and the change was remarkable. “Pairing the plain black trousers with the violet sweater really brought her alive,” says Debby. Mei Mei was impressed too: “I love the beads! I tend to underdress for evening but this is definitely something I could wear to the office and then out to dinner with the girls.”
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Petite Hourglass Amanda Slater, 27, Essex Marketing planner Amanda had a self-imposed ban on clingy clothes: “I’m curvy so when I’m shopping I steer clear of lowcut or figure-hugging outfits.” Debby recognised this as a common mistake. “Hourglass women often buy clothes in a size bigger than they are,” she explains. “These ladies should showcase their best asset – a tiny waist.” A red sweater dress provided a great base to which Debby added a black belt. “Colourblocking is a great way to make brights work for your shape, and strategically placed black panels will work wonders.”
Sweater dress A look-at-me colour jazzes up this classic sweater dress (see laredoute.co.uk for more colour options) while the cowl-neck detail reveals just enough decolletage to take this look from day to night . Sweater Dress £29 994.3072
Wide Belt A black double-buckled belt makes Amanda’s tiny waist look even smaller. Bangles £9 993.5088 Belts available at laredoute.co.uk
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Who do you want to be today? Rock chick. Best friend. Girl about town. Every woman you are deserves a fabulous outfit. It’s time to play dress-up... 26 0844 842 2222
the Rock chick jacket Toughen up a pretty dress with a leather biker jacket. Leather Jacket £225 NOW £180 935.8200
dress A scoop-neck smock dress in a look-at-me print will get you noticed in a crowd. Dress £85 947.4544
bag Streamline your outfit with a micro-clutch, with just enough room for your credit card. Bag £49 799.8520
shoes Cone-heeled courts are comfortable enough to party all night in - choose a scarlet colour with a patent finish for added sex appeal. Shoes £29 950.3510
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The best friend sweater This is the perfect throw-on capsule classic with its super-flattering V-neck. Sweater £27 781.7428
shoes Metallic flats marry style with practicality, perfect for when you’re running errands. Pumps £39 945.0106
jeans Stick to a straight-leg cut for a clean, modern finish. Jeans £35 921.7940
bag This soft butterscotch beauty is perfect for on-the-move organisation. Bag £109 996.3278
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The girl about town Dress Head out in this aubergine silk dress. With its bracelet sleeves and gathered waist, it’s smart enough to take you anywhere. Dress £35 924.3135
bag Make a shrewd investment with an oversized tote roomy enough to house your mobile office. Bag £85 959.3721
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STYLE TIPS: Herringbone is flattering and incredibly wearable. Layer over a block colour base in a bold hue such as mustard or scarlet for maximum impact.
STYLE TIPS: An off-duty country-casual check that’s crying out to be worn on long walks down winding lanes. Team with a super-cosy scarf and flat riding boots.
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Ask us anything Foolproof advice for fret-free fashion
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I love leopard print, but with two teenage daughters, am I too over-the-hill to wear it? Niamh, Co. Durham Absolutely not. Animal print is a perennial trend that can cheer up even the drabbest of wardrobes. Worn in accent form over a clean black base, it’s a super-chic nod to tribal without teetering into mutton-as-lamb territory. Show your daughters how it’s done.
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I’ve noticed a lot of sheer clothes on the catwalks but I’m not sure how to incorporate this into my wardrobe – any tips? Avril, Nottingham Well-spotted: the sheer look was huge in the autumn collections. Worn with a plain camisole, a barely-there black blouse is great for the office. For evening, try it over a seamless bra for a sexy finish.
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As a size 14 curvy girl, I’m conscious that darker colours are more flattering, but I’m bored with living in black! Rachel, Herts Black is a fashion failsafe but any block colour can be slimming. Try a taupe or biscuit dress to create the illusion of a taller, thinner you.
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I need a new pair of shoes to see me through the winter but I want to get my money’s worth – so nothing too frivolous please! Kirsty, Ayrshire No funds does not equal no fun. Statement shoes got a rapturous reception at fashion week so these indigo ruffle mary-janes are a wardrobe staple. Wear them with a mini-dress and opaques or peeping out from under a pair of high-waisted Hepburn-esque trousers.
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“Dress shabbily, they notice the dress. Dress impeccably, they notice the woman.”
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