SUMMER has been a bit of a non-event so far.

Who cares? This is a great time to check out new-season style.

Let’s face it, at this time of year we start to become sick of the sight of sad sale rails and long for new looks to try.

Dressing for the colder months is often easier. You can hide bits of yourself that you’re not that keen on under layers and accentuate those bits that you do like.

And the good news is that there are plenty of grown-up styles around to flatter all shapes and sizes.

Three of the biggest trends are velvet – feels great and looks even better – lace and midi-length skirts and dresses.

We love the velvet accessories that are around and the lace skirts and tops. And just-below-the-knee midis are a great choice for all ages.

And, where once velvet and lace might have been strictly after-dark dressing, that is no longer the case.

So what are you waiting for? Goodbye summer style, hello gorgeous new you!

Velvet

Midi

Lace

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