THE ART OF LAYERING

Accessories are key to getting the maximum versatility from your outfits when its cooler. Tights can be added to almost any dress or outfit to add instant warmth and pair with heeled boots to dress it up for work and evenings. Scarves are also paramount to keeping you warm whilst adding in a little texture and colour to your outfit. Neutral patterns or plains are best to match back with almost anything in the wardrobe. If you add anything into your winter wardrobe this year choose a new scarf to boost your look and update your style.

Winter usually brings darker toned clothing with burgundy's, emeralds and black. Lift plain black outfits with some great staple neutral toned belts and simple yet effective jewellery for the perfect chic work look. Throw on your handbag and you're ready to go!

Every wardrobe needs a few basic layering essentials, the most important being an easy throw on and go top - If your wardrobe is missing this, then it’s time to add one in. The 3/4 sleeve tops can be worn under just about anything, and its longer sleeve will add warmth whilst the stretch jersey keeps you comfortable. You can then wear them on their own with jeans and skirts in the in-between months when the temperature goes between hot and cold. The best part is they are machine washable and pill-free, so you can wear them again and again for years to come.

Pair them with theHarem Pant in navy(pictured left) and theSkinny Pant in black(pictured right)

Looking sharp whilst being comfortable has never been so easy with the new SACHA DRAKE stretch suiting range. Mix and match black polka-dot prints with crisp white tailored jackets like the Zip Front Jacket - pictured right and staple black skirts such as the Pencil Skirt for the perfect work from anywhere wardrobe. These are also a must have for the corporate traveller and work conferences as you can sit and be on the move and they won't crease with you.

Make a statement in print with the Puccini Jacket and Aurora Pant in black spot (pictured left). Worn together these give a statement powerhouse look and can then be paired back individually with black and white separates to get more wear and versatility out of the suiting. The Stretch pull on pants mean there's no zips or buttons digging into you whilst you work which means you get to concentrate on the more important tasks at hand.