AS we mourn the end summer, the time has come to update our wardrobe and get ready for the winter months.

In fashion circles, winter coats and woolly jumpers are beginning to fill up the shop floors by the end of August.

The good news is that fashion is a constant cycle of clothing and accessories going out and coming back into style.

So, we would advise you to invest in timely pieces that won't go out of fashion any time soon.

For example, animal print continues its reign of the fashion jungle this autumn with endless options from leopard dresses to snake skin print shoulder bags.

Florals, which were already a huge trend over summer, aren’t going anywhere for autumn and winter – although fashion experts suggest to opt for dark and moody floral tones.

In terms of shoes, opt for knee or thigh-high boots or ankle boots that slouch around the ankle.

The slouchy style might feel like it’s stepped straight out of the 1980s, but it promises to be the perfect boot to pair with your pleated skirts or skinny jeans.

Begin the new season in style early with out top picks for autumn and winter.

Where can I buy pieces that nail the new season trends?

Animal print

• Principles – Tan Striped Animal Print Boho Midi Dress, £45 from Debenhams – buy now

Elevate your look with this dress from Principles available in size 8 to 22.

Falling to a midi length, it's presented with a bold striped animal print throughout on soft materials.

Fitted with an elasticated waistband and sleeves, this dress is perfect to team with an ankle boot for a chic finish.

Easy to wear whatever the season, it is appropriate for work yet stylish enough for happy hour.

• Croc Half Moon Grab Bag & Chain, £12.80 (Was: £16) from Boohoo – buy now

You can't go wrong with a faux crocodile half-moon bag, the go-to shape for fashion’s most stylish women.

Practical and stylish, this version from Boohoo is available in both black and tan colours.

Easy to pair with any outfit and it's guaranteed to add attitude to your look.

Slouchy boots

• Black Suedette Pointed Slouch Boots, £35.99, from New Look – buy now

Get on-trend with these black slouch boots from New Look.

This style promises to be the perfect partner for all your printed dresses – although you can also easily wear it over your jeans.

Its mid stiletto heel means it's a fairly practical yet elegant pair of shoes to wear to the the office.

Floral prints

• Off White Floral Puff Sleeve Midi Dress, £15 (Was £29.99) – buy here

You'll look flawless in florals with this white midi dress.

Available for just £15 down from £30, this dress will be easy to wear all year round.

Pair it with some ankle boots and a leather jacket for a sophisticated style.

Knitwear

• Cream wide sleeve knitted jumper, £18 from PrettyLittleThing – buy now

It's safe to way that this knitted jumper will never go out of style.

Featuring a round neck and a wide sleeve style, team it with a pair of rust cord trousers and ankle boots to complete your look.

Comfy and stylish it will be your layering essential this winter.

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