Fashion Trends: Autumn / Winter fashion for mums on the go

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Published on Monday, 19 October 2015 11:00

Last Updated on 14 October 2015

Monica Costa

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I love fashion and read magazines all the time showing amazing looking girls with perfect bodies displaying outfits I could only dream of, not just from the cost perspective but more importantly because I don’t have that figure and will never have it despite watching out what I eat and keeping fit.

Let’s face it! Normal mums on the go at school runs every day have to wear practical clothes, shoes and accessories. Nothing else would work. Surely we can dress up for parties and special occasions, but these are less frequent as we watch our social life disappear in front of our eyes.

This is why I have decided to get out there on the high street and find decent clothes and accessories for everyday use that still makes me look feminine and decent even during the school runs. Here is London Mums’ Autumn / Winter fashion for mums on the go.

 

What mums really need is a wardrobe made of basic staples that are going to work no matter what. The basics would include a crisp white shirt, a good pair of trousers (my favourite are from Cherokee sold exclusively from Argos), a really good fitting pair of jeans, comfortable but smart shoes, a Trench Coat (New Look or Primark have some decent ones) and great accessories (anything with a little bit of Shearling on it or fringing this season like a shearling clutch will update your look without buying any other new clothing). When it’s really cold, nothing will keep you warmer than a shearling coat. We started seeing this trend of oversize coats and cropped jackets last Autumn.

 

The latest Autumn / Winter 2015 Fashion shows and magazines are displaying quite diverse looks for this coming season.

 

Retro revival: 70s and 80s comebacks

This has been a trend for a while now. Continuing this season is the retro 70’s vibe, a little bit of the 60’s but very much 70’s, with the wide leg trousers, flared trousers, cropped culottes. Designers who love the 70s vibe are inspired by Saturday Night Fever and disco fever, which means lots of flares, as well as knits and boho silhouettes. From the 70s the colour brown is coming back too in all its shades from maroon to copper.

From the 80s electric shades are returning in a more sophisticated way and the neons are now paired with grey, navy and camel.

 

Faux-Fur Stoles

This is we see a comeback of feminine and pastel coloured faux-fur stole. Softly leaning over the shoulder add a more modern touch to any clothing.

 

Puffer Coats

They are not suitable for rounder figures but if you are slim they can be good fun. They come in bold colors, shiny silver, interesting cuts and cool add-ons.

 

Head-to-Toe Black 

Black is a slimming colour and is never passe’ (it will always be a trend as a colour but with new variety of shapes). You make the monochromatic look more fun you can mix patterns and textures.

 

Winter Cream

Creamier White is this Autumn/Winter’s shade of white. Classic and always on trend. It is less practical during the school run but great for evening occasions.

 

Chunky Knits

Sometimes a woman just wants to cuddle up in the biggest sweater possible. This season designers are luckily providing tons of options. One of my favourite pieces is this Peplum Chenille Cardigan from Cherokee (a Californian brand sold exclusively at Argos). Whilst peplum detail at the hem gives it a stylish edge, this cardigan is still a practical choice for wearing out in the garden or on country walks with the family. The knit is so soft but doesn’t make you look chunky.

 

Check Coats

Check Coats are classic and will always be fashionable. My favourite this season is this Grey Wool Rich Check Coat by Cherokee. With a belt to keep the coat tightly closed and a high wool content, this coat is incredibly warm although it does not look thick. I love the fact that you can stay very warm without having a puff coat.

 

Accessories

There has never been such a variety of handbag trends in the market like this Autumn. They are essential finishing touches to any outfit and sometimes if handbags are particularly eye-catching they serve they distract from our outfit malfunction.

 

The Top-Handle Satchel