Old school
You may not have worn Mary Janes since your playground days, but it’s time to get reacquainted, because back-to-school shoes (also see lace-up Derbys and loafers) are hot for AW19.
We love the Spanish accessories brand Hereu, which offers flat, thick leather Mary Janes that are more chunky, less cute.
Get it shirty
Fresh off the backs of the front-rowers at Copenhagen fashion week: the shirt suit. Backed on the catwalk by Jacquemus and Nina Ricci, this twosome is the grown-up co-ord trend, as easy and comfortable to wear as a pair of pyjamas but smart enough to add to your office wardrobe. Tip: oversized = cool, think knee-length shirts paired with wafty palazzo trousers.
Shop talk
Home to Paul Smith and The Shop at Bluebird, Floral Street in Covent Garden is London’s new shopping mecca. Its latest opening is a marble and velvet-filled space from Osman, the London designer whose frothsome and feathery pieces have been worn by Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. 20-21 Floral Street, WC2 (0300 561 0165)
Warrior won
Primrose Hill’s ultimate slashie, the actor/producer/designer/cookbook author Sadie Frost has added creator of yogawear to her list of talents. Her range comprises stirrup leggings (good for downward dog) and brilliantly designed supportive seamless vests. (frostlondon.co.uk)
Dino dream
Adored by the fashion pack for its sculptural resin bangles and earrings, the Australian jewellery label Dinosaur Designs also applies its poured-resin techniques to homeware, from soap dishes to vases and platters. Excellent tea towels, too.
