#2FASHION/Autumn and Winter Colours

Seasonal wears can sometimes leave one scratching the head considering how to look good without wearing clothes that look tired. Working on a low budget, changing from summer to autumn and then winter wardrobe requires a careful choice of colours, textures and styles, without the need to over-haul an entire wardrobe.

Most people stay safe by wearing black from summer into autumn and winter. But there are ways to add colour and vibrancy to your wardrobe without stretching yourself financially.

#For Autumn/Winter 2024, think Japanese Maple tree colours

If you are like me, with a love for the Japanese Maple Tree, imagine the rich colours of the leaf; a hue of reds, green, deep purple, orange, yellow and brown. Adding a touch of any of those colours to what you already have such as a pair of black trousers or jeans, with a good wool scarf over a coat or jacket gives the look. Finish with a pair of comfortable boots.

Japanese Maple Tree leaf come in a variety of rich colours--deep purple, maroon, green, white, yellow, rose, red and peach, a mix of lively browns.

Looking good does not mean having a big budget, but being careful in your choice of colour and fabric that complete a pair of trousers or skirt and if possible a belt that adds style. Be creative and know what looks best on you.

Choose a belt that suits if you desire to wear one, from buckled to a rope-styled design depending on your waistline.

The smooth outline of pencil skirt is back in fashion. Try out what suits your figure with a two-piece top such as a twin-set cardigan or jacket with a wrap-around scarf on your shoulder for a confident easy to wear look. Always wear styles that flatter your appearance and give a sleek look.

Wool fabrics are warm and comfortable not requiring too many layers to stay warm while giving a classy look.

• Avoid too many layers if you are a plus size.

• Wear dark colours such as black, dark blue, dark brown, deep green for skirt or trousers with tops in colours such as red, deep purple, grey, orange, yellow and maroon in soft textured-silky fabrics to give that desired appearance. Top it with a good cardigan to stay warm.

• A good knee length skirt or one that is ankle length in a warm fabric spell autumn 2024.

• Choose styles that are timeless with fabrics that are easy to maintain.

• Check the guidelines for fabric care--is it washable or dry clean only?

• Faux leather is great.

• Whatever items you choose, add jacket or cardigans that can turn a day into evening with a wool or silk scarf that alters the look and will require a coat in winter.

The beauty of wearing separates is the ability to wear the same piece in several ways by changing the tops or jacket depending on the time--it gives more than one option.

Therefore choose pieces that can be worn in multiple ways if you are on a limited budget.

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