I created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise edit every Monday of the items I really love, including pieces from the high street and designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. I’m constantly scanning the most stylish online stores, so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you won’t miss a thing.
I know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will I cover all the bases, but as an ardent believer in mindful consumption, I’ll also make sure everything I include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now.
Of course, I’ll also bring you those pieces that simply set your heart racing in a way that only fashion can. This week’s highlights include plenty of wardrobe gems, from Jakke’s dream autumn coat to Lanvin’s perfect party top. Scroll down to shop the buys on my wish list this week. You know what to do.
Jakke is the faux fur brand everyone is talking about, and this cobalt blue number is very AW21.
Are these the perfect pair of straight leg jeans? I think so.
I’m fully on board with the printed base-layer look, and this marbled Mango style is a real showstopper.
A cold weather staple that will look fab with everything from skinny jeans to midi dresses.
Trust Cos to create a beige blazer that could be mistaken for a designer buy. That textured finish is just exquisite.
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This is everything I could want from a party top. That’s all.
This Casablanca jumpsuit might not be to everyone’s taste, but after a year of living in tracksuits I’m ready to be a little bit extra.
How cute is the intricate floral embroidery on this vintage jumper?
I’m not usually a skirt person, but this season I have found myself drawn towards these A-line silhouettes.
I can’t believe this stand-out cashmere knit is from Marks and Spencer. It looks so expensive IMO.
Oh hello, dream party top. I’ll be wearing you with tailored trousers and a very smug expression on my face.
The ‘90s leather coat is having a comeback, and this Ambercrombie & Fitch number has the perfect fit.
It’s officially jumper weather, and this beige button-down is sure to be a multitasking hero.
Ear cuffs are the one jewellery staple I wear most days.
Is this the world’s best vintage blouse? I think so.
Trust Rejina Pyo to create a winter coat in the perfect shade of dusty blue. Wear it with rust reds and beige shades.
Chunky boots show no sign of disappearing. Add this Kurt Geiger pair to your fave slim-leg jeans.
I saw Alexa Chung wearing the brown iteration of this jumper, so obviously, it goes straight onto the wish list.
Behold: The perfect winter coat.
I expect to see this on the arm of fashion editors everywhere this season.
Take note: This is the trousers silhouette of autumn 2021.
I’m not usually a purple lover, but this grape shade has really caught my eye.
These M&S shoes look very premium IMO.
A smart and chic layering solution from COS (who else?)
Padded jackets are having a moment this season, and I love the simplicity of this Arket overshirt.
I can’t stop thinking about the fit of these vintage-inspired jeans from Seventy + Mochi.
Yes, Rixo now does coats, and yes, they’re as good as you’d expect.
I’d wear this with a checked skirt and chunky boots.
By one of my favourite London Fashion Week labels.
Such a cool pair of zip-front boots.
This comes with a matching jacket and trousers.
This would look amazing with knee-high boots.
Oh goodness, Rejina Pyo’s dream ’70s-inspired jacket is back for another season and this time it comes in a feel-good shade of bubblegum pink. I’m in love.
All of the WWW team are drooling over this statement base layer from Mango’s checked capsule. Just slip under everything from summer dresses to oversized white shirts.
A pair of tailored trousers is the autumnal staple I couldn’t live without. Dress it down with a white tee or keep it cosy with a chunky knit—the options are limitless.
A smart loafer is the easiest way to add polish to a look, whether it’s jeans or a midi dress. Church’s brown leather tassel is the ultimate.
A colour-pop knit is your new season BFF. Use it to add AW21 appeal to your wardrobe neutrals. Case in point: this M&S lime green buy would look so good with Acne’s beige trousers.
From my experience, there isn’t an outfit that gold hoops don’t go with.
WWW’s Hannah Almassi sent this secondhand beauty to me, but sadly it’s not the right size. Please can someone buy it and send me a photo??
A pair of chunky, knee-high boots will carry you through the wettest and coldest of winter days. Trust me.
With it’s collarless neckline and oversized fit, this H&M wrap coat could so easily be mistaken for a designer buy.
Deep yet dusky, this is the most perfect shade of blue.
These Monki knee-highs are guaranteed to add personality to your autumnal ensembles.
You can’t go wrong with a plain white tee in your basics arsenal.
Cargo trousers are having a moment, and I’m unexpectedly into them whem they come in tailored fabrics.
There’s something oh-so noughties about the initial print on this vintage Versace blouse.
Add this cut-out knit to a pair of slouchy, wide-leg trousers and loafers for the chicest September look.
I think the silk fabric and ruffled neckline makes this Uterque dress look super premium.
My 30th is coming up and I’m on the lookout for dancing shoes, and this pair fits the bill nicely.
A bright green utility jumpsuit for under £100? It’s a big yes from me.
A trench is a piece I wear all year round, and this COS style is hard to beat.
Acne’s cult leather jacket is a wardrobe classic for a reason.
I predict this H&M Kermit green shirt won’t stay in stock for long.
Introducing the perfect date night top from Harris Tapper.
I’m obsessed with Rave Review’s Net-a-Porter capsule, which is made out of recycled fabrics.
Is it too early to start compiling a dream Christmas wishlist…?
I’m not usually into photographic prints, but this sheer top from Zara feels so premium.
The only trousers silhouette I want to wear this season.
Just add to straight leg jeans and loafers for trans-seasonal chic.
I’m all over the ’90s vibes of this statement H&M grey blazer.
Just such a cool vintage-inspired co-ord. Pair with both neutrals and complementary pops of orange and red.
A jazzy base-layer will be a godsend when autumn arrives. This would look so good layered under an oversized white shirt.
Mango has done it again with another expensive-looking tailored look.
I would seriously buy this vintage jumpsuit if it was in my size.
A statement jumper from Loewe’s best collection to date. In my opinion anyway.
COS is such a winner for straight leg jeans this season. A year-round staple.
If you’re looking for sturdy yet affordable autumn boots, M&S has your back.
I think the blue and orange check on this Weekday cropped jacket looks seriously high-end.
This is selling out seriously quickly.
M&S? Yes really!
I love this shade of green.
The perfect trench coat.
Yes I’m now in autumn mode.
This comes in beige too.
These would look fab with any jumper.
The perfect time to buy a pair of chunky winter boots.
This vintage leather buy has everything I want from a statement autumn coat.
I’m having a bit of a nautical moment right now and this See By Chloe T-shirt is really pulling at my heart strings.
Cowboy boots are one of the shoe staples I wear all year round and this Mango pair ticks all the boxes.
A leather blazer is the luxury outwear piece that will elevate all your trans-seasonal separates.
I’m a fan of long-sleeved tops with a twist, and this & Other Stories look brings personality via its textured fabric.
Bring a pop of colour to your autumnal capsule with this Monki ‘Kermit-green’ shirt.
Wandler has just realised a new bag design: The Penelope. It’s going right to the top of my wishlist.
Rejina Pyo knows how to deliver a good collar, as evidenced by this statement ruffled number.
Introducing The Hippie Shake: The throwback fashion brand that ’70s fashion-lovers will adore.
Arket’s sellout striped knit is finally back in stock, but it won’t stick around for long.
Sustainable brand Omnes has just delivered the chicest ‘nice-top-and-jeans’ top.
This is the nicest shade of blue. Wear with flat sandals or elevate with strappy heels.
An oversized trench will be a godsend on cooler summer evenings.
