How to shop and style this winter's key fashion trends
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In need of some last minute inspiration for your Winter 2016 wardrobe?
Panic over.
There’s still time to rock the five hottest trends on the high street - as seen on our Stylist Catwalk supported by Swarovski at Stylist Live last month.
Trend #1: Spice World
Warm up your winter wardrobe with the trend that’s all about spicy shades of cinnamon, paprika and cardamom. The key is to wear tonal shades in one look, so pair a simple spicy jumper with a similar shade skirt or a spicy dress over a matching skinny roll neck with boots.
Shop the look:
Jumper, £49, Warehouse
Top (worn underneath), £30, Debenhams
Skirt, £150, Karen Millen
Scarf, £50, John Lewis
Bangles (set of 2), £8.50, Dorothy Perkins
Socks, £5.99, Charnos
Shoes, £89, Topshop
Trend #2: The Navy Coat
This is the piece that was everywhere at the AW16 designer runway shows. Choose a classic well cut woollen style with a touch of naval influence that will update your look this season and many more to come. Wear over a white shirt and with wide leg trousers or choose a collarless style to make any outfit look sleek.
Shop the look:
Coat, £80, River Island
Top, £28, Dorothy Perkins
Top (worn underneath), £59, Coast
Trousers, £30, Next
Bag, £125, Whistles
Shoes, £69.95, Adidas
Shop the look:
Coat, £119, Zara
Jumper, £30, Biba
Jacket, £24.95, Gap
Skirt, £33, Preen/Edition
Scarf, £12, River Island
Shoes, £64, Office
Shop the look:
Coat, £185, French Connection
Shirt, £38, Nine by Savannah Miller
Top, £155, Tommy Hilfiger x Gigi Hadid
Jeans, £50, Urban Outfitters
Bag, £39, Fiorelli
Shoes, £60, Next
Trend #3: Sportswear
It’s now totally OK to wear a slouchy sports look out of the gym! Just make sure you style these off duty pieces in surprising ways. Think hoop zip details on jackets and side-stripe pants with an unexpected silk cami or heel to add some glamour.
Shop the look:
Jacket, £26, Dorothy Perkins
Jumper, £40, Oasis
Trousers, £47.95, Adidas
Bag, £49, Coast
Shoes, £42, Office
Shop the look:
Dress, £35, River Island
Jumper, £45, H! by Henry Holland
Earrings, £10, Miss Selfridge
Shoes, £135, Dr Martens
Trend #4: Velvet Goldmine
It’s the party season’s favourite material, but this time round it’s taking a new twist. Velvet’s bold new side is all about breaking the rules and wearing it in the day. Dramatic frills, velvet puffas and more casual styles provide the most modern of surprising spins.
Shop the look:
Jacket, £79, Marks & Spencer
Trousers, £39.50, Marks & Spencer
Earrings, £15, ASOS
Shoes, £40, Office
Shop the look:
Dress, £75, ASOS
Bag, £85, French Connection
Socks, £6, Calzedonia
Earrings, £199, Swarovski
Shoes, £74.95, Adidas
Shop the look:
Coat, £85, Puffa
Dress, £29.99, Lindex
Belt, £16, River Island
Necklace, £159, pendant £74 and earrings, £69, all by Swarovski
Socks, £6, Gipsy
Shoes, £29.99, New Look
Trend #5: Intergalactic
Star motifs, silver shoes and shimmer on <everything>. A bit of sparkle is something the high street do brilliantly and this season is no exception. Stars echo the designer catwalk’s cosmic influence. A pleated metallic midi skirt or ruffle trimmed star-embroidered blouse are quick ways to work the look.
Shop the look:
Jacket, £49.99, Zara
Top, £89, Jigsaw
Skirt, £55, Miss Selfridge
Necklace, £579, Swarovski
Socks, £6, Jonathan Aston
Shoes, £58, Office
Shop the look:
Top, £30, Next
Skirt, £165, &Other Stories
Belt, £12, Red Herring
Earrings, £199, Swarovski
Bangle, £85, Swarovski
Rings (set of 2), £85, Swarovski
Shoes, £29.99, New Look
Shop the look:
Dress, £59.99, H&M
Necklace, £159, Swarovski
Cuffs, both £395, Swarovski
Bag, £15.99, New Look
Socks, £6, Jonathan Aston
Shoes, £29, Dorothy Perkins