Gold. It’s the hot topic on the fashion desk – that and the shade of James Murdoch’s inquiry tie. It’s the big colour for this coming party season and this T-shirt is the perfect slice of office-disco shimmer for the woman who doesn’t do dresses. Because it’s boxy, style it with slim-leg, sober trousers and heels. Easy. £60, topshop.com Photograph: PR
During last year’s big freeze everyone was traipsing about in trapper hats trying to keep their ears toasty. It might still be mild, but who wants to be caught short? In preparation, let’s salute DVF and her faux-fur trapper “puffy” hats that come with snappy geometric prints. Because they tie under the chin, there’s something of the ladylike headscarf vibe too. £66, matchesfashion.com Photograph: PR
Imagined notes to Nicki’s hair-doer: “I want it a bit tropical, yeah? With a splash of nuclear waste green, some hair jewels obvs and frizz, just don’t forget to frizz it up.” Photograph: Startraks/Rex Features
The pyjama trend of relaxed trousers and PJ-style shirting, as seen at the likes of Stella McCartney, is set to go centre stage next season. In the meantime, fashion yourself a posh sleepwear look for indoors. This Aubin & Wills silk/cotton polka dot PJ shirt is perfect. Plus, for fans of the matchy-matchy look there are shorts and trousers. £80, net-a-porter.com Photograph: PR
Who says men shouldn’t wear jeans when they get older? Photographer Patrick Demarchelier shows how to nail the denim look whatever your age – choose classic dark indigo jeans and wear them in so they have an ease about them. A nylon-style utility coat-parka is the perfect outerwear right now. The Briefing is slightly iffy about tucking tops into jeans but concedes it’s slimming.
Conclusion: Patrick is modern. Photograph: Billy Farrell Agency/Rex Featu
