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Mastering Bold & Neutral Palettes This Autumn


We love autumn. Strolling among the falling leaves, enjoying a roast dinner with all the trimmings, curling up on the sofa with a book and hot chocolate—it’s a season full of simple pleasures and finding joy in everyday moments. Whatever you’re planning this autumn, do it in style. Discover how to balance bold and neutral colour palettes to elevate your autumnal wardrobe and transition from day to night, so you can navigate this season effortlessly.


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Building the Foundation: Neutrals to Anchor Your Autumn Looks


Autumn outfits are often built around neutral tones like camel, grey, and black—versatile shades that pair effortlessly with almost anything. These key colours are perfect for layering with brighter accents as the temperatures drop. To craft a well-rounded Autumn Winter ‘24 wardrobe, choose timeless neutral pieces like classic coats, cosy knitwear, and tailored trousers—staples that provide a strong foundation for endless stylish looks.


Timeless Neutral Staples


Some of our favourite neutral staples for this season include:


A neutral trench coat

The trench coat is timeless. Versatile enough to wear with any outfit, throw one over a tee and jeans on sunny autumn days, or style it with knitwear and boots in colder weather. Our double-breasted trench coat pairs seamlessly with trousers or dresses depending on the weather - and your mood.


A merino jumper

Nothing says autumn style like a buttery-soft merino jumper: breathable and light, it offers the warmth you need on chilly days. A versatile piece that can be worn with jeans, tailored trousers, or layered over a floaty dress or a skirt—choose a neutral shade or something brighter like this pink funnel neck.


Tailored trousers

A good pair of tailored trousers are essential women’s autumn clothes. We love the wide cut of our Bibi black tailored trousers, ideal for the office or evening drinks. Wear with a printed blouse and a smart pair of loafers at work, or pair with a knitted tank top for a casual weekend vibe.


All these staples are easy to pair with bold statement pieces to instantly elevate your outfit.

Adding Bold Touches: Statement Colours for Autumn


Once you’ve got the staple pieces down, it’s time to add some colour. From staple layers to statement pieces, bold colours will add a beautiful autumnal touch to your wardrobe.


This season, we love rich shades like bordeaux and espresso, which add colour to outfits without overwhelming the look. Try a bordeaux cardigan to add personality to a classic white shirt and jeans, or finish your outfit with a chocolate wool coat and a bordeaux crossbody bag.


Classic Accessories


Autumn is the season of layering - and accessories are the best way to enhance your outfit. This autumn, we’ll be accessorising with shoes, handbags, and a pop of gold jewellery.


Our Maxine Bournville Ankle Boots in a rich bordeaux shade are autumn personified. Featuring a comfortable block heel for striding along city pavements, pair them with tailored trousers, a merino jumper, and a blazer. We love getting our knee boots back out in autumn too. Our timeless Eldon Knee Boots in classic black go with any outfit and are the perfect smart-casual option.


For handbags, we love the Lauren Work Tote Bag in a delicious chocolate shade. The ideal size for all your essentials, we’ll be wearing ours with a sharp tailored suit during the week and a flowing dress and knit jumper at the weekend.


Colour Blocking vs. Accent Pieces


There are so many ways to style autumn outfits for women. Colour blocking with rich shades suits those with a bold style, while monochromatic outfits paired with accessories in a muted palette create a more subtle look.


To try colour blocking this autumn, first select your preferred shade and then choose several items in different varieties of that palette. For example, Carine, our chocolate knit, would look great with our bordeaux mary janes,/a> and leather cross-body bag.


Good accent pieces to try include a patterned coat, like this chic gingham trench coat, a brightly-coloured coat or a pair of gold hoop earrings. Don’t be afraid to experiment and discover your own personal style.

Styling Bold & Neutral Outfits for Different Occasions


Whether it’s a weekend walk in the park or a formal evening event, bold and neutral combinations will be your best friend this autumn. Here’s how we would style outfits for different occasions.


Casual Daywear

Casual daywear is easy to style in autumn. For a relaxed daytime look, pair your comfiest jeans with a cosy knit and trainers. If you’re heading outside, luxury scarves and leather gloves make wonderful layers to help keep out the chill.


Office & Workwear

The office is the perfect opportunity to show off your autumn colour palette in all its glory. Think a bold blazer worn over a neutral black dress or a classic pair of black heels paired with an autumnal trouser suit, like this bordeaux tailored jacket with matching trousers.


Evening & Special Events

Create an easy transition from daytime to evening with accessories and statement designer jackets. A neutral dress is a must for any formal event and incredibly easy to elevate with a stylish bag, like our Etsy clutch bag with glittering red crystals. For a dramatic coat that is sure to turn heads when you walk into any room, try our Frances coat in striking pink.

Balance & Proportion: The Art of Mixing Bold and Neutral Tones


While we love bold colours, it’s important to let all the individual components of an outfit shine without being overpowered. A balance of bold and neutral is the easiest way to style your wardrobe in autumn.


You can still create a striking silhouette in colder weather. Tuck a brightly-coloured blouse into a form-fitting black pencil skirt and wear it with sheer tights and black pumps. Or pair a midi skirt with knee boots and a boxy cropped knit jumper in taupe, burgundy, or chocolate shades. Tie the look together with a scarf or a chunky brown leather belt and gold jewellery of your choice.


Playing with Texture


Autumn is our favourite time of year to experiment with different textures. Be playful when it comes to your outfits - pair silky-soft knits with structured jackets, wear wool trousers with silk blouses, or mix and match tweed skirts and suede boots. Just because it’s no longer summer, doesn’t mean you need to stow your silk dresses away - they’ll look amazing worn with oversized cable knits and knee boots.


LK Bennett’s Autumn Collection: Bold & Neutral Must-Haves


If you’re feeling inspired to create a new autumn wardrobe, explore our full autumn collection to discover timeless styles with a modern twist. Embrace the sudden chill in the air and experiment with layers, textures, and different bold and neutral colours to find your preferred style.