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BOY MEETS GIRL
When even the Chanel catwalk is filled with androgynous shapes and (we never thought we’d say it) flat, workmen’s boots, the fashion crowd is bound to take notice. So stock up on mannish pieces, raid your boyfriend's wardrobe and embrace a relaxed, masculine silhouette.
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Jil Sander black brogue, £405, for stockists call 0207 495 0076
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Day Birger et Mikkelsen jacket, £229
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Theyskens' Theory midnight blue patent leather small messenger bag, £670, for stockists call 0207 985 8420
‘Be prepared’ may be the scouts’ motto but as a dedicated fashion fan it’s worth adopting. With the new season almost in sight it’s time to arm yourself with a working knowledge of the biggest trends, start storing away the no longer needed pieces cluttering up your wardrobe and eyeing up the new additions to your favourite stores. So, what are we all going to be wearing in the coming months? Here’s the ELLE girl’s guide to the top ten a/w 2011 trends – and the buys we’ll be snapping up to channel them with…