Fall in love with timeless autumn fashion trends

There's something for everyone this autumn season. You’ll find lots of retro mod, animal influences, military and menswear looks to choose from — and they're easily adaptable to your personal style.

Animal elements are a big trend in fabric.

• Animal products including coats adorned with feathers (especially ostrich), and coats made of down and sheepskin are all over catwalks.
• Thankfully, faux fur is as popular as ever. It's an especially good look donned at the neckline as a collar.
• New-school knits and wool dresses in neutral colours are a welcome return.
• A black velvet cocktail dress is another classic.
• For more casual occasions, try a patchwork dress for an easy-going but trendy look.

Looking to try something new? Some trends are major standouts.

• Coats are being worn very long, while dresses and skirts are very short.
• If you have to buy one coat to get you through the season, consider wrapping yourself in a statement piece like a poncho or cape. Every designer is flaunting their version of the “blanket” look.
• Dressy casual clothes in both sporty and romantic styles are modern and playful.
• Retro chic is a strong influence that will echo throughout the year, with lots of monochromatic motifs and sixties-style prints on dresses.
• Last but not least, top your wardrobe off by picking up on the cat-inspired look. Meow is the time to get playful!

Menswear as formalwear for women is very relevant right now.

• Suited looks borrowed from the men’s section have been revisited and look sexier than ever.
• Models have also been seen parading down runways in plenty of military-style styles.

• Casual, normcore looks reflected in light neutrals and pastel colours is a notable trend.
• Formal attire for gala evenings is all about black (try velvet!) or black and white monochromatic print dresses. Pair the piece with opaque tights and heels of the same colour to elongate your legs.
• Cocktail party looks to rock this season include retro '60s mini dresses and tunics in bold, graphic prints.
• Khaki, safari, cargo and camouflage looks have been cropping up on fashion blogs and retail sites everywhere. Right now, the tomboy style is a very on-trend weekend look.