5 ACCESSORIES THAT'LL UPDATE YOUR WARDROBE FOR THE NEW SEASON

After a period of colour blocking and quiet luxury, the fashion lot are always hankering for a bit of animal print. Summer was all illustrious colours and soft lace, so as we head into cosier climates the dull weather makes room for playful clothing. Old favourites like leopard are always crowd-pleasers, but 2026 also ushers in unexpected styles like zebra and deer. These funky patterns look great on bags, belts and shoes, instantly elevating your basics for a more intentional look.

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01: Topshop Stella small grab bag in tiger, £26
02: ASOS DESIGN western buckle leopard print cowhide hair belt in beige, £18
03: Topshop Clover hair on real leather clutch bag in zebra, £45
04: ASOS DESIGN Hair on Real Leather flap clutch bag in deer print, £48

Perhaps we’ve all gone Blazy crazy, but ever since Chanel started dishing out oversized, slouchy leather bags, they’ve been everywhere. Whether it’s power-couple Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner strutting capacious luggage around the arrivals gate or the stylish London girls toting a maxi bag en route to work, these soft silhouettes make even the stuffiest of ensembles feel approachable. Plus, is there anything better than an on-trend wardrobe that looks low effort?

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01: ASOS DESIGN suede cloud clutch bag in chocolate, £34
02: Topshop Celia medium ruched clutch bag in red, £26
03: Topshop Sophie medium angular shoulder bag in black and tan, £32
04: Mango slouchy shoulder bag in red, £49.99

Stay with us, but it might be time to invest in a cowboy boot. Western aesthetics aren’t just for summer – autumn is spotlighting edgier takes with black leather accessories, neck scarves and tassel details. There’s no need to buy a denim two-piece and matching hat. But consider adding one or two cowboy-adjacent pieces to your everyday wardrobe and see where it takes you. You’ll be surprised how elegant they can look with the right outfit.

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01: ASOS DESIGN suede fringe scarf in khaki green, £32
02: ASOS DESIGN western cotton bandana in navy, £12
03: Public Desire Celia western boots in brown and cream, £60
04: ASOS DESIGN western graphic tie in cream, £16

September is all about burgundies, browns and warm earthy tones – but this year we’re championing sparks of colourful joy wherever possible. Sure, we all love a seasonal palette, but a little dash of dopamine dressing never hurt anyone (least of all when the rain returns). Shoes are a great way to indulge, as they’re easy to swap out with a range of looks and bring a formal spin to understated pieces. Think bright satin heels or bold red ballet flats. It’s a low-effort detail with maximum payoff.

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01: ASOS DESIGN Hooray mid heeled mules in black with plum fur, £32
02: Mango bow detail ballet flat in red, £59.99
03: ASOS DESIGN Perth pointed stiletto high heel court shoes in lime croc, £26
04: Topshop Alessio angular heel pointed court shoe in cobalt mesh, £46

Did someone raid our tweenage wardrobes? Because big belts are back. Not just big, but colourful, textured and generally out-there. Whether it’s a corset or a tasselled detail, there’s nothing like a little waist cinch to add structure and interest this season. Perfect with a crisp white shirt and tailored trousers, these unexpected add-ons feel intentional and in-the-know (despite taking seconds to style).

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01: Topshop Embossed real leather chunky leather belt in black, £32
02: Stradivarius Braided buckle belt in black, £15.99
03: Topshop fringe cord suedette belt in chocolate, £12
04: Stradivarius Printed corset belt in stone, £17.99