With the Autumn/Winter fashion season upon us Chantal Taylor looks out the up-and-coming trends to keep you warm and more importantly fashionable.

Calvin Harris tells us, “It was acceptable in the 80s”,  but now fashion from the wild decade is back with a POW making 80’s styling ever so acceptable for right now!

All the trend elements are back into action, ranging from bright bold patterns that wouldn’t look out of place in an episode of ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,’ to blue velvet and black lace from the days when Madonna was actually seen as a pioneer of style. Even the stylings of glam-rock bands such as Poison and Ratt are in vogue with their tight leopard skin jeans and even tighter leather jackets making a massive fashion comeback.

Head, SHOULDERS, Knees and Toes. Yes, Dynasty style shoulder pads are back! However, don’t be scared you can go as big or as little as you want with this ultra-hot style. Go for a strong structure to make you look sexy and powerful with sharp shoulder pads in tuxedo style jackets. Or if that’s too scary, go for a billowed soft style on long sleeved dresses to make you look fashionable and feminine. However, keep your silhouette sexy; with all shoulder trends they will tend to make you look a bit boxy so make sure to define your waist.

Giddy Up! Equestrian fashion is galloping into fashion. Tweed is of course the key print and the countryside pattern can be applied to everything. Tweed jackets are of course a staple in this trend, but also try out a tweed skirt in a hitched knee length with a slim knit to keep you looking fresh and fashionable. If you think that tweed is too twee  then go with equestrian accessories such as a plush leather bag or horse-riding style helmet-hats – although riding crops may look a little dubious! Another staple for this trend and an instant style update is a good pair of riding boots. Earthy colours and knee-length, they go with everything and will keep your legs warm all winter long.

The Tailored Trend is here to stay from last season. The key statement is to have tailored menswear styles but keep it ultra sexy. However, this isn’t the masculine trend as we’ve seen before. Think Charles the First decadence mixed with Coco Chanel beautiful shapes. The key elements to this style range from blouses with ruffles, bows and high collars to large detailed brooches and even high waisted jodhpurs. Make your own style using elements from this trend and watch your fashion credentials go through the roof.

Autumn/Winter fashion without the Military trend is like having a winter with no cold weather – it will never happen! The Military trend is back again and this time rather than staying to one strict style, many variations of this trend can be used to keep you looking ultra-fashionable. Take inspiration from Sgt.Peppers with bold colours and brass buttons or keep it cool with Khaki-coloured shirts with a waist-cinching belt adorned with a beautiful military buckle which can be picked up at the local army store for under £5.

Over the knee boots are the perfect thing to wear to make your outfit stand out during the cold seasons coming up. But be sure to keep them flat, or if you can’t do that, make sure the longer the length the shorter the heel, we don’t want to see any ‘Pretty Woman-esque’ types around campus. One of the key elements from last season has carried on over to autumn/winter – the accent of colour and fringe. Making sure you get over-the-knee boots in a matter of colours with any aspect of fringe will turn your feet into works of art.

Chunky Knits = Winter Clothing and this season the chunkier the better. This knit can come in all styles, shapes and sizes. Try a whole matter of chunky knits such as extra long cardigans to knee-length tea dresses. Buy a statement scarf and drape it around several times to achieve mega style points. If you’re daring enough go all out and buy a snood to ensure your ears are warm all winter long. With this look pile all lots of different textures and mix with fur accessories in order to get that truly warm and sublime look.

Take elements from all the trends to make your own style and you will appear at the top of the fashionista league along with Victoria, Alexa and Emma.

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