Ladies, it’s time to shine in muted metallic fabrics in gold, silver and bronze. Mix these shimmering beauties with texture and pattern that you will want to reach out and touch – satin, velvet, lace, fur and loosely woven knits. Animal prints and florals are the perfect finishing touches.
I have to admit I was thrilled when I hit the shops last week to see the shelves stocked up with the latest autumn trends. Many live by the rule that if you wore it the first time around, you should stay well clear when it comes back for round two. In my late teens I couldn’t get enough of the vintage velvet jackets and furs that I picked up in secondhand shops in the back streets of Wellington.
I wore them with my cherry Dr Martens and oversized T-shirts or a floral maxidress. I was just cutting my fashion teeth then, so seeing this look resurface makes me happy. I need no reminding that I’m no longer 16, so this time around I will be opting for tailored jackets over velvet and satin garments, with a few sequins and heels for a glam edge. I hope you also have some fun mixing up metallics and textures for a look that works for you.
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Ladies, it’s time to shine in muted metallic fabrics in gold, silver and bronze. Mix these shimmering beauties with texture and pattern that you will want to reach out and touch – satin, velvet, lace, fur and loosely woven knits. Grace Hill Textured Jacket $169.99 (8-20) from EziBuy. Bridie ruffle shirt $119 (8-16) from Max. Snakeskin print belt $49.95 from Sussan. Python print skirt (4-16) $169 and Cassia snakeskin print heels $229 from Country Road
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Don’t be afraid to wear metallic fabrics during the day. This edgy coat and leggings worn with killer glitter heels will rock any party, but swapping the heels for low court shoes or loafers will give you a fabulous look for the office. Coat $349 (8-16) from Matchi Motchi. Grace Hill lace top $79.99 (8-20) from EziBuy. Saga pants $99 (8-16) from Max. Necklace $34.99 from Jacqui-E. Bangle set $29.95 from Sussan. Zast heels $99.95 from Hannahs
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Patterned leggings are staging a comeback this autumn. Make sure you wear rich textured garments with them to pull the overall look together. Olivia velvet dress $275 (8-14) from Neverblack. Link necklace $22.99 from Equip. Halfmoon necklace $39 from Max. DKNY lace tights $19.95 from Farmers. Rimoto velvet shoes $290 from Mi Piaci
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Metallics dont always have to dominate your outfit. Sometimes a hint of metallic in your accessories is just right. Zig-zag top $69.99 (XS-XL) from Portmans. Satin dress $149.99 (6-16) from Jacqui-E. Metallic belt $25.99 from Just Jeans. Square beaded necklace $24.95 from Sussan. Multi-strand necklace $16.99 from Glassons. Lucky heels $99.95 from Hannahs
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Get two looks for the price of one with a jacket that comes with a removable fur collar. Don’t limit yourself to wearing the fur exclusively with that jacket – mix it with light crochet knits over the change in seasons. Fur neck tweed jacket $179.99 (6-16) from Jacqui-E. Belted floral maxidress $69.99 (6-16) from Glassons. Hoop earrings $19.99 from Just Jeans. Totti ankle boots $259 from Country Road
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