NAIL TRANSITIONAL DRESSING WITH THESE 5 INVESTMENT PIECES

Aim'n Espresso waterproof coat in espresso, £224

You may have forgotten what rain looks like, but trust – it’s on the way. Showers don’t always mean a drop in temps, though, so you’ll need to combine a light layer with waterproof capabilities. Enter the trench coat. Aim’n’s version is a trench/raincoat hybrid, with all the usual hallmarks like a storm flap and matching belt, but crafted in waterproof fabric. The elegant high collar also protects you from windy spells. The classic shape and neutral colour mean it’ll go with just about any autumnal look, from your joggers to jeans and dresses.

& Other Stories alpaca and wool cardigan with button front in grey, £87

The phrase ‘four seasons in a day’ could not be more perfect for September. So you’ll need a light layer that’s a) adjustable and b) durable. That’s where the cardigan comes in. Wear it open, closed, or knotted around your shoulders as the weather makes up its mind. & Other Stories’ style is knitted with a healthy amount of alpaca and wool. The fibres feel soft with added temperature-regulating qualities.

Steve Madden Vexa kitten heel ruched mid ankle boots in dark brown suede, £230

Ankle boots are always a good investment. This season, we’re all about ruched styles like Steve Madden’s Vexas. This pair comes in a perfectly burnished shade of brown – all the better to coordinate with the autumn leaves you’ll be crunching through. The kitten heels mean you can comfortably wear them all day. Plus, the ruched cuffs are minimal enough that you can style wide or barrel leg jeans over them without interrupting the silhouette. Top tip: keep yours looking their best with a protection spray before wear and a suede reviver as needed.

Desigual Checked plaid strap dress in red, £155

This season, we’re seeing an uptick in heritage checks, from herringbone to tartan and everything in between. They’re often seen in tailoring, but there’s something especially elevated about a day dress patterned with checks. Desigual’s midi is light enough to take you through any last-minute heatwaves, but the doubled-up plaid pattern means it’ll look just as apt in cooler weather with your trench coat on top.

ARRANGE premium oversized shirt in blue stripe, £85

You might have noticed your favourite cool girls are already crushing on shirts – you couldn’t move for them at Copenhagen Fashion Week. It’s difficult to narrow them down to a colour, fabric or finish. Instead, it’s all about following your instincts and keeping an eye out for unexpected flourishes. We love ARRANGE’s take on the striped cotton shirt, with saturated colours and an oversized cut. It has a sleek concealed placket, save for an asymmetric button at the collar. It's small details like these that elevate a shirt above the average.