Back in June, Refinery29 staff members gave you the lowdown on their summer style picks and each season, we'll be sharing our sartorial wish lists with you, from the latest drops to new brands and collaborations. Now the nights are getting darker, the jackets are moving from storage to wardrobe, and autumn collections are landing online and in-store.
We've got that back-to-school buzz, which usually involves perusing the coats and boots on offer, but also means that a host of exciting winter wear is ours for the taking. Ruffled necks, slogan knitwear, patents, faux furs, berets and metallics.
From statement earrings to match your party dress, to menswear knits perfect for cosy Netflix nights, click through to see the pieces our staff are coveting this autumn.
Georgia Murray, Fashion & Beauty Writer
I love all of Weekday's zeitgeist Ts, but this one feels particularly relevant right now. I'll be gifting to all my wonderful women.
Weekday Zeitgeist T-Shirt, £12, available at Weekday.
How great is this bracelet? A little bit of fun is just what we need right now, and this tongue-in-cheek number is sitting firmly on my wrist.
Ruifier Pick Me Happy Bracelet, £80, available at Ruifier.
Fiorucci's return has brought me so much joy. This alien comic book T is the ideal tongue-in-cheek addition to my wardrobe.
Fiorucci Alien Tee, £80, available at Fiorucci.
I'm hooked on new London-based brand Kitri. Its contemporary spin on classic shapes and cuts makes workwear fun again. This black dress is equal parts prairie and Victorian, and lord knows I love a puffed sleeve. I'll be wearing this with Chelsea boots and big earrings.
Kitri Myrtha Midi Shirt Dress, £105, available at Kitri
The Fan's latest drop has landed, this time paying homage to Aaliyah. The whole collection is unisex, and features bomber jackets and boiler suits inspired by the woman herself.
The Fan Babygirl'79 Black Tee, £95, available at The Fan.
Silk scarves aren't a major feature in my wardrobe, but I can't resist the amazing print on this one. Hand-drawn illustrations of tigers, flowers, Lucha Libre masks and lipsticks? Wonderful. I'll tie mine around my neck with a deep V '70s dress, or maybe even hang on my wall.
Cleo Ferin Mercury Tigers & Flowers Silk Scarf, £75, available at Cleo Ferin Mercury
M.i.h Jeans has collaborated with Bay Garnett to create a '90s-inspired collection filled with T-shirts, denim and dresses similar to the pieces Garnett donned back in the day. This T-shirt will be layered under my Prince of Wales checked blazer.
M.i.h Jeans Golborne Road Print T-Shirt, £95, available at Matches Fashion
There's been a rise in face motifs on everything from earrings to skirts this year, and this embroidered shirt is top of my list. That short collar, those puffed sleeves, that deep navy – I'll be tucking this into black denim and pairing with my Converse.
Mr. Larkin Poppy Shirt in Ink Muse Embroidery, £182, available at Mr. Larkin
Another collab on my wish list, this time from & Other Stories and legendary Sonic Youth member Kim Gordon. Inspired by her daughter Coco Gordon Moore, the musician has breathed some rebellious life into wardrobe classics like long-sleeved T-shirts.
& Other Stories x Kim Gordon Long Sleeve Organic Tee, £35, available at & Other Stories
Tamar Riley, Marketing Manager
Potentially my ideal jumpsuit. It's super versatile, I can see myself wearing it layered with knits for work and giant earrings for Christmas parties. Since discovering this London label I've got a growing wish list.
Kitri Peggy Buckle Back Jumpsuit, £125, available at Kitri
Speaking of earrings, these mismatched Finery ones can hopefully do a Cinderella job on my plentiful crumpled black outfits.
Finery Hedgley Emerald Drop Earrings, £29, available at Finery
Oversized men's cashmere for when it starts to get cold. Uniqlo is a fave for value but they are fairly chunky – this one is so light and SO warm. Netflix binges will happen wearing this.
Modern Society Cashmere Jumper in Grey Marle, £160, available at Modern Society
After my last small bag had an unfortunate end (Glastonbury happened) this is a wish list item. Perfect for essentials during the day or for going out-out.
Manu Mini Pristine Black Bag, £379, available at Manu
I feel like I should be bored of millennial pink by now, but this is really cute.
Uterqüe Face Print T-Shirt, £55, available at Uterqüe
Alice Casely-Hayford, Fashion Director
This month, the first major UK retrospective of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat opens at the Barbican. To coincide with the exhibition, Browns has launched an 18-piece capsule collection, including clothes, shoes and a skateboard, that celebrates the art world sensation that he was. I'm obsessed with this hoodie and as Fashion Week looms I look forward to adding some comfortable, effortless pieces to my wardrobe to wear with tailoring and skirts for a more undone look. This hoodie will be on rotation.
Basquiat for Browns Mona Lisa Hoodie, £205, available at Browns
Red is a major trend for AW17 and though I never thought I'd be a kitten heel convert, these velvet Prada pumps are too cute to ignore. I'd wear them with jeans and T-shirt by day or a long-sleeved floaty dress by night.
Prada Point-Toe Slingback Kitten-Heel Velvet Pumps, £420, available at Matches Fashion
I'm a huge fan of Jonathan Anderson and have been counting down the days until this collection for Uniqlo launches, since it was first announced months ago. I'm rationing myself to just this T-shirt. And maybe a trench coat. And the blue puffer jacket. And a skirt...
J.W.Anderson for Uniqlo PJ Striped T-Shirt, £14.90, available from September 19th at Uniqlo
Polo necks are a wardrobe staple for me in autumn and winter. My winter wish list from Arket is pretty extensive but this versatile polo neck is top of the list.
Arket Merino Roll-Neck Jumper, £55, available at Arket
Meg O'Donnell, Photo Assistant
The sleeves. The colour. The softness. Teamed with a pair of light blue jeans and my light grey Converse and I will be all set for the run-up to Christmas (I am counting down the days, guys...).
Monki Balloon Sleeve Sweater, £20, available at Monki
A friend of mine wore a pair of these to Glastonbury and my heart skipped a beat. Who would have thought handmade pom pom earrings could do something like that to a person? I purchased a Candyfloss pair immediately, but have my heart set on their autumnal colours (Burgundy, Bottle Green, Navy, Burnt Orange and Mustard) which are launching this week!
Silks and Stars Silver Candyfloss Hoopz, £16, available at Silks and Stars
I have my cousin's wedding in November and I feel this dress will be ideal for the occasion. I love the gathered neckline and ruffled elastic cuffs with all of my girly heart.
Zara Midi Dress With Elastic Waist, £69.99, available at Zara
One of my favourite things in life is being cosy. And I think this gorgeous jacket will give me all of the cosy vibes.
Monki Faux Shearling Denim Jacket, £75, available at Monki
Anna Jay, Art Director
I've had my eyes on Ashley Williams' AW17 collection since the show in February, furiously refreshing until it dropped online. This hoodie is going straight into my shopping basket. I'd rather spend more on items I'll live in rather than one-offs that gather dust.
Ashley Williams Misery Sleeve Hoodie, £164.20, available at Dover Street Market
HELLO dream jeans... ~buys immediately~
Won Hundred Blue Pearl Trash Jeans, £160, available at Ssense
I'm a believer in bare legs during winter, and this midi with a sly side split is ideal for work and the Christmas party alike, teamed with a simple tee.
Topshop Boutique Leather Foil Asymmetric Skirt, £165, available at Topshop
This sweater is going to carry me through the winter months,
J.W.Anderson for Uniqlo PJ Lambswool graphic crew neck, £34.90, available from September 19th at Uniqlo
Just to inject SOME colour into my usual monochrome, this tee is going to be perfect with suit trousers to sharpen up my workwear.
917 Fruit T-Shirt, £26.70, available at Dover Street Market
Jess Commons, Health & Living Editor
I recently came across Plexi Shock on Etsy and now I want everything they make. They're Italian and have really nailed that fine line between being fun and kitsch but still chic. These earrings are my number one want right now.
Plexi Shock Ayahuasca Earrings, £37.96, available at Etsy
Even though it pains me to think about wearing long sleeves again, I can totally make an exception for a T-shirt as nice as this cropped polo.
Weekday Philippa Long Sleeve T-Shirt, £18, available at Weekday
Yes, this, I like this a lot. I shouldn't ever be trusted with white shirts due to my inability to wash whites correctly but this, I think I could learn for this.
ASOS White Oversized T-Shirt With Cord Detail, £36, available at ASOS
I desperately need a new pair of trainers and these brand new Nikes are going to do just the trick. I'll wear with dresses, trousers, jeans... pretty much everything.
Nike Blazer Low Le, £69.95, available at Nike
Natalie Gil, News Writer
The only shoes I have on rotation at the moment are my 2,654,267 pairs of trainers and chunky wedges for special occasions, so these shiny red boots are a bold choice for me. I can see myself pairing them with my cropped Levi's Wedgie jeans and the furry Whistles jacket in the following slide.
Topshop Mia Patent Leather Ring Boots, £82, available at Topshop
My days of attempting to channel Margot Tenenbaum in brown faux fur may have been and gone (thank you, old woman whose coat I bought off eBay many years ago), but I'll never be over faux fur jackets. I'm ready to graduate to a darker, more sophisticated hue and this navy Whistles number ticks all the boxes.
Whistles Yara Faux Fur Cocoon Coat, £259, available at Whistles
I've had this blouse on my mind for longer than is healthy, so it's probably time for me to take the plunge. While the deep V shape may be a little risqué for the colder months – not to mention chilly – the silk material and mini star print lends it a touch of elegance. And I'll always have a scarf.
Realisation Par The Bianca in Navy Star, £107, available at Realisation Par
When the weather's not quite cold enough for my ankle-grazing woollen duster coat, I'm hoping to give this blazer (in the shade Eddy) a spin. Being Reformation, it's pretty pricey but thankfully there are similar, more affordable options available on the high street if I chicken out of this lust-worthy number.
Reformation Lazer Blazer, £189, available at Reformation
Sheloa Nichols, Director of Content Production
Is this or is this not the coat you want to be standing next to on the train? I plan on pairing it with large emerald geometric earrings. I just have to find them first.
Shrimps Rory Coat, £795, available at Shrimps
I will walk more if I have these shoes to show off...
Uterqüe Low Heel Studded Shoes, £115, available at Uterqüe
This dreamy lavender/lilac sweater is almost as good as the essential oils themselves.
& Other Stories Knit Sweater, £35, available at & Other Stories
Possibly my fave – a bag with a straw clasp – but does it actually work for sipping cocktails?
Sophie Hulme Charcoal Medium Straw Bag, £495, available at Sophie Hulme
Charisse Chikwiri, Editorial Intern
I've been on the hunt for a pair of black thigh-high boots as an AW17 staple. I'd pair these with an oversized hoodie to sprinkle some sexy into a comfortable-casual outfit. These boots are also a great way to escape wearing tights with your mini skirts during the UK's coldest months. And did I mention how good they make your legs look?
ASOS Karma Pointy Over The Knee Boots, £50, available at ASOS
I have this newfound appreciation for good quality graphic tees, mostly with a striking or significant design. As a Londoner and lover of good music, NTS Radio is a station whose output I really enjoy. I've had my eye on this Cranium long sleeve designed by Kemar Reid, to wear with everything and anything in my wardrobe (that's the great thing about T-shirts).
NTS Cranium T-Shirt, £35, available at NTS
Topshop's jewellery selection has been amazing this year! I have an obsession with bold statement earrings, intricate designs, unusual shapes and African prints and materials – this has been well fed. Looks like I'll be adding to my ever-growing collection, one unnecessary expenditure at a time.
Topshop Oversized U Shape Earrings, £14.50, available at Topshop
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