I know that the autumn/winter 2013 fashion week’s seem a long time ago, and talking about wintry clothing while the sun is shining does feel like I am jinxing the rest of the summer, but the autumn collections are starting to roll out on the high street so I thought it was about time I shared some of my favourite press days.
First up we have H&M’s autumn collection, the one that split opinions when it was shown as part of Paris Fashion Week in February, but seeing the curated line up close has made me a fan of this mainly black, flirty Boho chic collection. I think that even though most of the pieces are priced more than the normal H&M items, for instance the gorgeous wool skirt below is around the £150 mark, I still think this collection will fly off the shelves.
There were lots of highlights from the heavy laser-cut wool skirt with an autumnal leaf embroidery design, to gorgeous beaded dresses, fluffy jumpers, thigh-high boots, Baker Boy caps and incredible vintage-inspired accessories.
Granted the collection might be for everyone, I am a fan of the Boho elements, but they aren’t really my style, and I love the flirty beaded dresses, but where would I wear them, but there are pieces that I will certainly be looking for come September including this statement necklace, the jewellery clasp shoes, and the sleeveless coat. I think once you see the collection in person you will be pleasantly surprised not only by the pieces but the quality of the items.
This sleeveless tailored coat really reminds me of the one that Victoria Beckham was sporting from her own autumn/winter 2013 collection. The only question I have – how and when will I wear this? I was thinking it would look cool layered over straight trousers, and a cute cropped chunky jumper – I just think for this look to work the jacket has to be long and has to be worn open.
Want to relive or remind yourself of H&M’s runway show in Paris – check out the video below:
Are you looking forward to H&M’s autumn collection dropping into stores? Leave me a comment below with which pieces are your favourites.
[Pics: All by me, Fashionista Barbie, except the runway shots they are courtesy of H&M]
