EARTH TONES

It's time to ditch your usual winter palette of navy and black and venture onto new soil with the earthy hues that dominated the winter catwalks. Designers including Hermes, John Galliano and Comme des Garçons all opted for warmer colours, but it was Italo Zucchelli's chocolate browns and rich russets for Calvin Klein that really got us hooked.
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BAGGY TROUSERS

Think elegantly-relaxed trousers rather than MC Hammer pants and you've got one of this season's hottest looks down pat. Take a cue from the master of classic dressing, Giorgio Armani, and pair with a sophisticated tie and light-weight jacket for the ultimate dressy-casual look.
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FUR ACCENTS

Real or fake, fur was a prominent feature on the catwalks, with an array of designers trimming their coats and hats with the material. Heading north? Splash out on Costume National's Russian-style fur hat to shield you from blustery winds or line your overcoat with a chunky collar as seen at Givenchy.
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SHEARLING

Get sheer pleasure out of swathing yourself in shearling this winter with the most luxurious overcoats on the market. For pure, unadulterated elegance, make Valentino your only stop for this nubbly wool, whether you're braving the freeze in the city or the country.
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SPORTSWEAR

Gym buffs will be happy to hear that sports gear is back with a vengeance this season. The look was favoured by Kim Jones, Menichetti, Alexander McQueen, but most especially at Dolce & Gabbana, where muscle Ts and sweatbands were paired with hip hop cool jewellery. Start sweatin'.
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