Last week I bought you some of the key Autumn looks that are infiltrating the shops at the moments. (See post below.) This week I'd thought I'd share with you a few items that I would love to purchase to top up my wardrobe.

I am in need of a new Leather Jacket and there are quite a few around at the moment. I love the textured look of the Decjuba one and the price point isn't too bad either. This cropped wide sleeve knit is very on trend and the burgundy colour of the Country Road top screams Autumn. I love a few t-shirts to update my look and the flower print is cute and the faded red stripe will go with loads.
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Decjuba Leather Biker Jacket AU$399.95, Witchery wide sleeve Knit $199.90, Country Road Shoulder Detail Blouse $149.00, Country Road Engineered Stripe T-Shirt $89.90, Kow Tow Flower Top $99.00.

I live mostly in jeans/pants in Autumn, but I also love this Forever New tube skirt with the cheeky splits up the side. Cargo pants are a great casual throw on to have, but make sure you team them with a shorter or tucked in top to give you some shape.

Country Road Mid Rise Crop Jegging $109.00, Witchery Soft Biker Cargo $159.90, Forever New Sheri Side Split Ankle Grazer Skirt AU$59.99 (Front & side view).

I firmly believe that Accessories can make an outfit. I am on the hunt for a new handbag and love tan leather as you can wear it with everything, and its not a black bag, yawn! Sneakers are still big news in fashion and you can team them with everything now. That's a plus for me as I feel so comfortable in them. I LOVE scarfs and over Winter you'll see a lot more posts on scarfs!!

Merchant Paris Ankle Boot $269.90, Seed Heritage Rose Gold Cone Tassel Necklace AU$34.90, Witchery Liam Sneaker $149.90, Cloud Nine Creative Fluro Tassel Bracelet Set $49.00, Witchery Harlow Bag $349.90, Decjuba Snake Skin Scarf AU$39.95.

You may have noticed the Autumn pieces creeping into the shops about a month ago! Crazy isn't it! Although, as I write this on a grey and windy day, I am actually looking forward to styling a new Autumn outfit, or re-organising my wardrobe and seeing how I can pull off some of the new trends for Autumn.

There is a definite 70's Boho vibe going on with Autumn pieces. Whether its sheer bell sleeve dresses, peasant blouses, A-line Minis or Turtlenecks, you have a wide choice to mix and match or go for the full Boho look.

Blouses - think pleating, tie necklines, sheer, and romantic prints, blouses are big news. For a casual look team with jeans, or tucked in for the office with a skirt.
Country Road Gathered Blouse $169.00 and Ruched Neck Blouse $199.00, Witchery Long-sleeve Gathered Blouse $109.90, Forever New Tory Printed Frill Detail Blouse AU$89.99, Esprit Blouse woven Long Sleeve AU$89.95, Glassons Tie Front Billow Sleeve Blouse $39.99, MAX Panelled Pocket Shirt $99.99.

The Turtle Neck - comes sleeveless, tunic style and slouchy this Autumn. Wear the tunic styles with leggings or skinny jeans and try layering your turtle-neck under pinafore dresses. 
French Connection Stockholm Roll Neck Stripe Knit AU$129.95, Witchery Fine Roll Neck $109.90, Witchery Cable Turtlenk Knit $109.90, Witchery Funnel Neck Tunic $139.90, Esprit Soft Roll Neck AU$65.95, Witchery Textured Sleeveless Top $109.90.
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Dresses - floaty silhouettes and long or bell sleeves are the look with dresses. Team with Peep Toe Booties for night time or knee-high boots or sneakers for a casual day-time look.
KOOKAI Jamie Dress AU$130.00, Forever New Georgia Bell Sleeve Swing Dress AU$119.99, Decjuba Kristen LS Geo Lace Dress AU$149.95, MAX Geo Print T Shirt Dress $139.99, CUE Flare Hem Tie Detail Dress AU$269.00, Forever New Anna Flare Sleeve Tie Dress AU$99.99.

Mini Skirts - don't shy away from the mini because you think you can't wear one. Autumn/Winter is the perfect time to wear a shorter skirt, teamed with black tights and loafers, or ballet shoes they can elongate your leg. Or try ankle boots or knee-high boots for a funky style.
Country Road Denim Mini $109.90, Forever New Indiana Zip Front Mini AU$69.99, Witchery Double Button Mini $109.90, Decjuba Tara PU A Line Skirt AU$99.95, Glassons Waist Tie Denim Skirt $49.99, French Connection Charlie Check Mini Skirt AU$99.95.

Here are a few looks I would pull together.
Team your turtleneck with a denim mini and black tights and add a harder edge with a leather jacket, silver tipped ankle boots and a bit of snakeskin.
French Connection Stockholm Roll Neck Stripe Knit AU$129.95, Decjuba Motorcycle Leather Jacket AU$449.95, Witchery Resin Bead Hoop Earrings $44.90, ​Witchery Kris Sling Bag $299.90, Country Road Denim Mini $109.90, Merchant Grail Ankle boot $279.90.

If you want to do the Boho look, team a blouse with skinny jeans, a Fur Vest and Knee High Boots. 
​Witchery Long-sleeve Gathered Blouse $109.90, Country Road skinny Jean $139.00, Country Road Tassel Loop Necklace $64.90, French Connection Danny Fur Vest AU$169.95, Merchant Realm Long Boot $349.90, ​Forever New Nadia Soft Saddle Bag AU$39.99.

I was asked by a Styling in the Burbs reader about 'Edgy Work-wear' looks. This got me thinking, what would I consider to be edgy? I take this to mean a look that would make me look twice, an outfit that has one piece to it that makes you stand out from the crowd. Based on this I have looked at some of the up and coming pieces for Autumn that are already in the shops. 

The following items are pieces I think you could invest in for an edgy look, and to incorporate into your work-wear and beyond. These will be go to pieces for Autumn/Winter. (More on my picks for Autumn next week.)

1. Cape Jacket or Knit
2. A blouse
3. Leather or Suede
4. A statement necklace

Also check out my Shoes post from last week on Leather sneakers and this week on Peep Toe Booties as both could give you alternative looks for work.

Invest in a Cape Jacket or Cape Knit. These started coming through in late Winter/Spring, and they have come back again. It is a different take on a blazer, a much more fluid look. As the Cape is not as structured as a fitted jacket, make sure you team it with slim fitting pants or a pencil skirt.
CUE Satin Back Cape Jacket AU$449.00, Country Road Luxe Button Cape $199.00, Forever New Montana Cape AU$139.99, Storm Long & Short of It Cape Jacket $329.00.

Blouses/shirts are big for Autumn and they come with details. Pleats, gathering and bows. I've gone for the bow style as I think this adds a definite edge to a look. Wear these with culotte trousers or pencil skirts and the blouse tucked in, or skinny trousers worn loose on top.
Dotti Bette Bow Blouse AU$59.99, Dotti Contrast bow blouse AU$59.99, CUE Cotton Bow Detail Top AU$175.00, Dotti Kitty Bow Blouse AU$59.99, (all Dotti currently 30% off ends 14.02), Witchery Neck Tie Shirt $179.90​.

Leather and suede are back again for Autumn. I love the suede dresses, wear with a polo neck underneath or try one of the bow blouses.
Portmans Rodeo Drive Leather Skirt Plum AU$149.95, Country Road Suede Dress $699.00, Seed Heritage Wrap Leather Skirt AU$289.90, Witchery Leather Button Skirt $349.90, Country Road Suede Dress $699.00, Country Road Wrap Suede Skirt $549.00.

A Statement necklace is a great piece to have to add to an outfit that you want to liven up. Make sure that your top you team your necklace with isnt too fussy. No bows, or details on the top around the neckline. Try a simple t-shirt, wrap top, (with longer style necklaces), or boat neck. For more Necklace and Neckline tricks check out, Other Tricks.
Witchery Black Shell Necklace $109.90, Witchery Oval Pendant $89.90, KOOKAI Lara Necklace AU$60.00, Witchery Organic Metal Necklace $79.90, Forever New Shelley Round Statement Necklace AU$22.99, French Connection Jewelled Statement Necklace AU$69.95​.

Oh a weekend away... The thrill of escaping the humdrum routine of home and heading to a Bach, or a weekend in the city. Well that would be my idea of a weekend escape, although my Bach would be in the Seychelles and my city of choice would be New York! One day...!!

But, down to earth, if you are getting away for the weekend then here are a few tips to help you pack;

1. Firstly, lay everything on your bed and then take half of it away. If you pack careful coordinates you really don't need that much.
2. When choosing clothes try to think about how you can mix and match outfits. Choose clothes from the same colour families and pack more tops then bottoms.
3. Roll softer fabrics and place these at the bottom of your case, then add stiffer items, folded on top.
4. Place shoes around the sides and stuff chargers and bits and bobs inside your shoes.
5. Underwear, belts, jewellery, toiletries etc can fill the gaps.

A weekend at the Bach!
Country Road Large Spot Logo Tote $89.90 & Beaded Tube Earrings $64.90, ASOS Reclaimed Vintage Straw Fedora Hat with Pom Pom Trim $39.28.
Decjuba Oscar Metallic silver Thin Belt AU$15.95, Cloud Nine Creative Leather Tassel Necklace Tan $65.00, ASOS Marc Lea Zip Pouch $65.46, Havianas Flash Urban $40.00.
Cloud Nine Creative Tassel Bracelet Set Turquoise $49.00, French Connection Leather Sneakers AU$129.95.

French Connection Denim Jacket AU$149.95, Esprit Scoop Neck Shaped Hem Tee $49.99, Country Road Grid Embroidered Tank $89.90, Decjuba Vivian PU Trim Maxi AU$159.95.
Witchery Soft Denim Shirt $149.90, Witchery Beach Pants $109.90, Witchery Turn Back Cuff Tee $64.90. Country Road Soft Tie Waist Short $89.90, ​ASOS Seafolly Tidalwave Swimsuit $213.84.