Trends: 20 Autumn Essentials

Sunday Mirror, Sep 7, 2003

GLITZY VEST

1 For all-out glamour, invest in this versatile sequined vest that'll be great for posh parties or the pub with a pair of jeans.

pounds 45, Warehouse

SATIN CLUTCH

2A disco diva's must-have, but too gorgeous to drop on the floor and dance around.

pounds 15, Marks & Spencer

THIGH-HIGH BOOTS

3These will be huge this season. Team with thick tights, a cute mini and a poloneck (V-neck tops will look a bit Kat Slater). pounds 200, Dune

CRAZY LEGGINGS

4Not to be worn alone unless you're a die-hard fashionista, so team with sweater dresses or that mini you thought was too daring on its own. pounds 9.99, H&M

CORSET DRESS

5Make like Kylie and become a 50s prom princess in this romantic fairy tale number pounds 140, Monsoon

SPACE-AGE DRESS

6Victoria Beckham loved the D&G mini-dress this was inspired by. You too can create that 60s futuristic look. pounds 49.99, Morgan

SLOUCHY BAG

7A vintage-style monochrome

bag to make a bold mod statement. pounds 35, Miss Selfridge

TARTAN MINI

8Give yourself some Highland fling with this pleated mini. Do this tough punk look with plenty of attitude. pounds 9.99, H&M

SLOUCHY SUIT

9This season's suit can be dressed up or down. Take a tip from Stella McCartney and team it with a white shirt and serious heels for the sexiest look. Jacket, pounds 39.99, trousers, pounds 24.99, both H&M