10 new season pieces from Very that are making us feel all autumnal
The capsule wardrobe you need RN
A slight chill in the air (and, well, never-ending rain) signals the return of tailored coats, crisp white shirts and cosy knits. And we are here for it.
While office workers have been asked to stay put at their makeshift desks for now if they can (laptop balanced on the ironing board anyone?), let's be honest, it could all change again in one or two months' time. So, there's no doubt our new season wardrobes are going to have to work some serious overtime - they need to be comfy enough for a shift at home, smart enough in case we do need to go into the office, and glam enough for the occasional socially-distanced night out.
So we've picked out our favourite multitasking pieces from the new autumn collections at Very - introducing the perfect capsule wardrobe for our 'new normal'.
This content is created for Very but all products are chosen by team Cosmopolitan
Michelle Keegan Wrap Cable Knitted Jumper
£28 Shop now
Knitwear, but make it sexy. As the colder months roll in, we'll all need a cosy knit (or 10) in our wardrobes. Wear this jumper slightly off the shoulder and add a pair of faux-leather trousers and Converse for the perfect pub look - or simply add a pair of wide leg tracksuit bottoms for the ultimate staying in vibes.
V by Very High Waist Mom Jeans
£32 Shop now
After months of elasticated waistbands, the first step to getting back to normal is definitely putting on your jeans again. These light wash mom jeans are ideal for pairing with a comfy sweatshirt and trainers, or you can dress them up with a tailored blazer, printed shirt and boots if you're feeling a bit fancy.
Michelle Keegan Tie Waist Teddy Coat
£65 Shop now
Wear a teddy coat and it's like a hug on a cold day. This pretty blush faux-fur will see you through the autumn and winter months - perfect for pairing with jeans for a trip to the shops or worn with a pair of cropped faux-leather trousers for a socially-distanced night in the pub.
Mint Velvet Double Breasted Blazer
£130 Shop now
A blazer is the simplest way to ease yourself back into tailoring this autumn, and nothing makes you feel like you're in control like a generous shoulder pad. Wear with a pair of cropped tailored trousers and a looped belt if you are heading back to the office, or use it to dress up jeans and a tee for a slightly more laidback look.
River Island Puff Sleeve Shirt
£28 Shop now
Not sure if you need to dress for the office or home? Get yourself a shirt that can do both. The puff ball sleeves on this white shirt add a bit of drama (never a bad thing) and set it apart from its rivals. Wear with jeans for WFH days, or just add a pair of tailored wide leg trousers if you need to take a trip to the office.
Michelle Keegan Colour Block Knit Wide Leg Trousers
£28 Shop now
If we've learnt anything over the last six months, it's that a stylish pair of jogging trousers are worth their weight in gold. This pair can be dressed up with a shirt and leather jacket for a trip outdoors, or worn with a cosy knit for a day working from home. Even better, they're definitely Zoom-appropriate, so no speedy changes necessary.
Dorothy Perkins Dalmation Ruched Mini Dress
£32 Shop now
Fed up of drifting around in loose midi dresses? This cute ruched polka-dot mini is the perfect antidote - wear it for chic autumn weddings with heels and a bold red lip, or dress it down with trainers for date nights.
Checked Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Tops
£62 Shop now
Your favourite hi-tops just got an AW20 fashion makeover with this black and white check design. And they go with anything from tailoring to tracksuits. Pair with cropped faux-leather leggings and a crisp white shirt if you want to feel slightly more dressed up, or wear with your favourite jeans and a sweatshirt on the weekend.
V by Very The Breakfast Club Sweat Top
£22 Shop now
Throw it back to 1985 with this vintage sweatshirt inspired by the coming of age film, The Breakfast Club. We suggest wearing this simple sweatshirt with bleached mom jeans for more casual days, or pairing it with a blazer and tailored trousers for the ultimate in 80s power dressing.
V by Very Faux Leather Slim Cigarette Trousers
Alison is head of content for the Good Housekeeping Institute, responsible for product reviews across homes, beauty, wellness, family and food & drink. She lives by the William Morris quote that you should “have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.”
Alison has over 15 years' experience as a lifestyle editor and has written features on everything from misophonia to how to dress like Claudia on The Traitors. She has also interviewed everyone from Dame Joanna Lumley to the Kardashians.
In her spare time, you'll find her hanging out with Monty the cocker spaniel and refreshing the Sezane website every five seconds.
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