So summer came and went, leaving behind a trail of humid, cloudy days. We may be disappointed (yet again) in the British summertime – but we can't say we're not excited for the beginning of autumn.
With shorter days, warmer drinks and browner leaves comes autumnal dressing. Replacing our swimwear and cold-shoulder tops with Chelsea boots, luxurious knitwear and checked blazers, we're welcoming AW17 with open arms.
Ahead, find our pick of the best transitional pieces to kickstart the autumn – cosiness included.
Danish brand Ganni has gone from strength to strength over the past several years, and the brand's knitwear is always a seasonal highlight. Inject some colour into your autumn with this rainbow stripe pullover.
Ganni Mercer Multicolour Pullover, £150, available at Ganni
We've already made a case for jewel-toned velvet in summer but the sumptuous fabric will carry you through the chillier months, too. This Whistles jumpsuit is work and bar-appropriate.
Whistles Amber Velvet Jumpsuit, £249, available at Whistles
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Autumn is all about comfort, and Sloggi's new Wow bra provides exactly that. We love the blue version for something a bit different.
Sloggi Wow Comfort Bra in Ultramarine, £20, available at Sloggi
Head to Hades for witty slogan knitwear – this literary number is top of our list.
Hades Bonjour Tristesse Knit, £160, available at Hades
Kate Moss made blazers and floral dresses cool, so we'll follow suit until it's time to layer over high-necked knitwear. We're into the Balenciaga vibes of this boxy fit.
Zara Checked Double Breasted Jacket, £89.99, available at Zara
Joseph gives the classic Chelsea boot a patent refresh – sturdy and chic is the trick to autumn footwear.
Joseph Glossed-leather Chelsea boots, £405, available at Net-A-Porter
We still occasionally have those blue-sky September days, and this hyper-feminine Shrimps dress is ideal for when they do come along. Layer over opaque tights when it turns frosty.
Shrimps Lancelot Doodle Dress, £940, available at Matches Fashion
Knitwear took centre stage last autumn, worn over poplin shirts and floral dresses alike. This year, we're wearing ours oversized with our best denim.
Topshop Oversized V-Neck Jumper, £42, available at Topshop
Trust Alexa to spin the classics into 2017. This double-breasted trench will never feel dated and is the perfect 'is it hot or cold?' jacket.
Alexachung Belted Cotton Double-Breasted Trench Coat, £725, available at Matches Fashion
Ring detailing has been all-pervasive on everything from bags (looking at you, J.W.Anderson) to footwear. This sweater is minimalism done right.
Uterqüe Sweater With Metal Ring Detailing, £95, available at Uterqüe
The perfect workwear trousers: we'll be layering our summer dresses over ours this autumn.
Weekday Nora Trousers, £45, available at Weekday
Another classic, courtesy of Comme – pair with your trench coat for an Audrey Hepburn autumn.
Comme Des Garcon Play Little Red Heart Striped T-shirt, £168, available at Farfetch
Don't mourn the end of summer too much – this pair of Bowie-inspired acid yellow boots will brighten up your wardrobe.
Topshop Manuel Patent Leather Boots, £75, available at Topshop
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