Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head - An Essential Checklist For Stepping Into Autumn

So, full disclosure - I love autumn. It's my favourite season, filled with stunning colours, beautiful scents and wonderful, cosy clothing. I was probably in the minority when I reacted with heart eyes at the prospect of a rain heavy August, but if nothing else it's made me bump this post up by about a month. Whilst autumn isn't quite here in it's official capacity, certainly the weather is about to turn so I thought I'd put together a guide to some essentials to help see it through.

Fade To Grey - Knitted Hooded Dress from H&M

I'm pretty disciplined when it comes to working from home, but when there's a chill in the air it's a bit difficult to shake off my duvet. That was why I KNEW I had to get my hands on this Knitted Hooded Dress from H&M the second I saw it, because who doesn't want to spend their day wearing what is essentially a giant, hooded blanket?

These Boots Are Made For Walking - Emilio Luca X Wide Fit Pollen Ankle Boots from Brantano

This time of year, a pair of all outfit, all weather boots are an essential for getting through those soggy winter days. Thankfully with the January sales in full swing, there are all manner of bargains available on the market at a snip of their original price, like these cute ankle boots picked up from Brantano.

Dolly Mixture - High Neck Dress from R édition at La Redoute

The second I put on this pretty High Neck Dress from R édition at La Redoute, I felt like a 60s dolly. I love everything about it from the neckline to the fluted sleeves, the length to how cute it makes my VBO look!

These Boots Are Made For Walking - An Autumn Boot Wishlist

Autumn has finally arrived, and there's only one way to truly celebrate jumping into those inviting piles of crunchy, red leaves - brand new boots! Whether you're a fan of ankle or knee high options, the perfect boot is out there waiting!

Introducing Brantano - Seasonal Footwear Trends To Take You Into Winter

You can never have too much footwear in your Autumn / Winter arsenal. When you're battling against wet leaves, icy pavements and the tottering heels of festive parties, it's always wonderful when you come across somewhere new with everything your feet could need in one handy place.

Brantano is just that - a one stop shop for footwear trends, with 145 stores mostly dotted around retail parks, and an online store offering many brands such as Clarke, Vans and Esprit.

The website presents several AW15 trends as stories, with the stand out ones for me being A Folk Story and In The Black.

A selection from the Folk Story trend at Brantano.

A Folk Story is all about exploration with a bohemian feel at it's centre. Made for the outdoors, this trend is filled with practical, durable and hard working footwear. Lace up fronts, chunky heels, hiker soles and colourful trims make up this collection, finished with an earthy, Autumnal colour palette.

A selection from the In The Black trend at Brantano.

The In The Black trend is all about style and sophistication, offering timeless classics which will have you flitting between work and after work drinks with ease. Always versatile, the black shoe or shoe boot goes with so much, offering a polished touch to an outfit whether the finish is matte, inky or patent. They are the perfect instant fix to make an outfit smart, and definitely make your look mean business!

You can check out the full website here, which is filled with everything from wellies to running shoes as well as cute heels and ankle boots. You'll definitely find something you love to put your best foot forward in!

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UPDATE - 23/03/17
Since this post went live, Brantano have sadly gone into administration and are no longer trading.

Until next time,

Diana xx

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