LESSONS FROM A STYLIST:
Dressing well for autumn and winter is less about following trends and more about building a wardrobe of considered layers that work across our mild to cool seasons. Award winning Melbourne personal stylist Courtney Blood, founder of Monday Project Co, says the answer is a small, intentional set of pieces that can be styled multiple ways.
"The Eliza Bomber hits all the key trends - the funnel neck, the elastic waist, and the textured houndstooth fabric - but still feels timeless."
"Texture creates depth in an outfit. It’s all about pairing pieces in contrasting fabric weights and finishes."
"Lighter layers let you add warmth and adjust your outfit to suit changing weather. Look for natural fibres and softly draped fabrics."
Courtney’s styling advice
- You can build an autumn winter wardrobe around four key pieces - a check bomber jacket, a cotton shirt, a suede skirt, and a midi dress - each one layers across multiple looks.
- At Commonry, style begins with inclusivity. Each piece is thoughtfully designed and fitted across a size range of 8 to 24, ensuring consistency in fit, proportion, and comfort.
- Australian autumn winter dressing is mild to cool. Choose breathable cotton, softly structured fabrics and natural suede over heavy weight pieces.
- The bomber jacket is your most versatile transitional piece - wear it with everything from jeans to tailored pants, or create a set with matching pants.
- Repeat-wear is the goal - day-to-night pieces that work for the office, weekends, and nights out.
- Colour anchors your wardrobe - choose three core neutrals you can mix, match, and wear every day.