Wednesday 4 September 2013

What I Wore Wednesday: Debenhams A/W 13 Preview

So last week was so insane I never managed to get a post up. Oops! On Wednesday itself though I was invited to the Scottish preview of Debenhams Autumn/Winter collections. This season they upped the ante by not only having beauty, women's wear, menswear  and accessories on display but there was a fashion show, too! I really enjoyed the Spring/Summer preview and A/W was just taken to the next level with a fashion show at the gorgeous Blytheswood Square Hotel.

One of my favourite upcoming trends, as I've mentioned before, is tartan. It immediately makes me think of going back to high school sophomore year, post Clueless, in a mini kilt, crop top, knee high socks, black patent Mary Janes and a tiny backpack. Debenhams didn't disappoint my inner Cher Horowitz: there were mini kilts, tartan slippers, tartan backpacks and my favourite these amazing Call it Spring Ankle Boots..
Tartan Heel Boots
Knits are one of my favourite things about A/W (especially when you live in Scotland!) and this year there are lots of funky and fun patterns from hearts and stars to pirate bears. 



My favourite was this adorable Polka Dog sweater from H! by Henry Holland.  It's sweet without being overly cutesy and the cute Frenchie faces make me think of my sister!
Black Polka Dot Dog Face Sweater Jumper Henry Holland
If you are looking for glitz and glam Debenhams have that covered too! There were so many amazing dresses but favourite had a subtle hint of sparkle. Depending on how you style it I think this Marios Schwab Fit and Flare Crystal Belt dress could work for the office or a night out!


There were so many amazing looks during the fashion show but it's not easy to capture them sitting in the front row and armed only with your iPhone! I did manage to get a fairly good video of the models on their closing walk. It was such a great evening and I'm so honoured to have been asked to attend.




I had been feeling pretty upset that summer has already been and gone but with such cute stuff for fall I'm feeling a bit better about it now. Sure I'd much rather warmer weather but you can't wear heritage knits and leather bomber jackets in summer! 

What fall fashion trend are you most looking forward to rocking out this year?




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23 comments:

Melaina25 said...

tartans are so perfect for fall! thanks for sharing the inside scoop on this collection!

Melaina25 said...

Those boots are awesome! I love the heel! And the dog sweater is so adorable!

Melaina25 said...

I love those sweaters - the heart and star ones are my fave! The dress is so stylish too!!


Thanks for hosting this link up :)


Lauren xx
www.stylelixir.com

Melaina25 said...

Being Canadian I especially like the moose sweater :) Great picks!

Melaina25 said...

Love the detail on that heel!

Melaina25 said...

I'm super excited for sweaters!! Digging the dress too! Thanks for hosting!!

-Tara

Melaina25 said...

Those boots!! I NEED them. I love tartan too, there's something about it that makes me feel very posh.

Melaina25 said...

I need those boots ASAP in my closet. All your items are great picks.


Alice
www.happinessatmidlife.com

Melaina25 said...

Printed knits and sweatshirts are on my Autumn/Fall wishlist. :-) Those boots are hot!

Melaina25 said...

Love those boots! Got my eye on some brogues, takes me back to my high school days too

Melaina25 said...

Wow looks like you had an amazing time and I love the H by Henry Holland stuff, Also wanted to say I really like your new blog header :)


Laura x
www.sidestreetstyle.com

Melaina25 said...

Oh you lucky thing it looks like it was a great event! I love autumn and can't actually wait to go boot shopping but I'm hanging on to summer for a tiny bit longer yet ;-)

Melaina25 said...

Those boots are lush!! I am looking forward to wearing some cool boots actually! Bye bye sandals:) Although as I type this, it is baking hot here in London.

Melaina25 said...

im actually ridiculously excited for quirky jumpers and boots and tights, i'll prob be wishing for summer again in Jan but still i'm much more of a winter dresser! xx

Melaina25 said...

I am obsessed with that black dress! It's the perfect LBD, but not boring. I love Debenhams. I really feel like the UK shops have styles that I like more than some of the US shops!
Tara
Penniless Socialite

Melaina25 said...

I love the BOOTSSSS......& thanks for sharing images from a glam event!!!


Rebecca
www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

Melaina25 said...

I love that cat sweater. even in our crazy heatwave I wish i could be wearing it (well, it does get cold in my office)

Melaina25 said...

That dress is great!


I'm not even thinking about A/W clothes yet, as we're still having 100 degree days here.

Melaina25 said...

Great Sweaters & Beautiful Dress but I especially love the Boots. So hot!


My pleasure linking again with you, Melaina. =)

Melaina25 said...

Thanks for the awesome link up!! :)
~Callie
www.creationsbycallie.com

Melaina25 said...

Definitely tartan for me also. In fact I just bought myself a tartan shirt and my son has a new kilt too! x

Melaina25 said...

I'm a tartan girl, too. So glad it is making a comeback. I really love this link up! What a fab idea! :)

Amy @ http://giftedgabber.blogspot.com/

Melaina25 said...

That dress is lovely! I love Debenhams, especially for the kids clothes.