There's a lot going on for autumn/winter 2019. It's the return of the '90s, the '80s and the '70s. And not forgetting Big Dress Energy, oversized coats, feathered shoes and monster clutches. It's hard to know where to start. (And whether any of that is going to work with your 10 Breton tops, battered old Converse and five pairs of mom jeans.)
But before you hit the high street running, to offer a little inspiration we've asked the experts what they'll be shopping for the new season, and picked out our favourite pieces from the new Very collection.
"A boilersuit is still a key piece for autumn and it’s the perfect way to breach the change in temperature. It covers enough skin to protect you from the cooler weather without meaning you have to resort to tights just yet. Pair it with some new season snakeskin or square-toe ankle boots and you’re good to go." – Olivia Blair, Deputy Digital Editor, ELLE
"I’m going for the '70s look this autumn. Think vintage prints like paisley, dark florals and moodier tones such as oxblood. To achieve the modern boho look, I'll layer a thin turtle neck top underneath a maxi wrap dress with long sleeves and style both with snake print boots. I would add a large buckle belt to accentuate the vintage feel of the whole look. I finish the look with lots of gold-tone jewellery: stacked bracelets, chunky rings and big hoop earrings." - Alanna Doherty, style blogger
"They may have a slightly dodgy past (sometimes they do stray too close to the skort), but I love a cool pair of culottes, possibly because I’m only 5ft 3 ½” so anything that’s a bit cropped is a bonus. This season, I’ll be picking up these belted faux leather culottes to wear with some polka dots, a blazer and mules for a dressed up look." – Delphine Chui, Commercial Editor
"I plan to embrace the Matrix look with a patent trench. For daytime, I’ll wear it with a white blouse with oversized sleeves and washed out jeans with a slight flare and a raw hem." – Kate Andrews, Stylist
"I love the feeling of taking up space with a big puffy dress. Big Dress Energy is real this season, so I’m looking for something with oversized shoulders and Vampire’s Wife vibes. I'll wear it with some long snakeskin boots." – Becky Burgum, ELLE Features Assistant
"The new word in fashion this season is ‘The Shacket’ – thicker than a shirt, more relaxed than a jacket - and of course I want one. This item will work hard in my wardrobe - ideal over a simple slip dress for the last days of summer or teamed with some ecru jeans for an autumn weekend look. Plus, come winter, I’ll do up the top buttons and wear under my winter coat for an extra warm layer." – Lena De Casparis, ELLE Associate Editor
Shop your head to toe look for the new season at Very, including the newly-launched Topshop collection
