A top trench
Bruce says: Everyone should have a mac. Choose a very short (mid-thigh length) or very long one (to lower calf), or an unusual colour such as blue. This trench is classic and smart.
Trench, £159, hobbs.co.uk Somerset by Temperley Top, £59, johnlewis.com Trousers, £95, reiss.com Shoes, £160, lkbennett.com
Trench, £159, hobbs.co.uk Somerset by Temperley Top, £59, johnlewis.com Trousers, £95, reiss.com Shoes, £160, lkbennett.com
Pale and interesting
Bruce says: There is a tendency for people to shy away from pastels during winter. But this
cosy blanket print looks very pretty and is practical. It's long, snug, and will go equally well with a formal dress or relaxed sweater.
Coat, £125, marksand spencer.com Hobbs dress, £149, johnlewis. com Shoes, £149 reiss.com
Coat, £125, marksand spencer.com Hobbs dress, £149, johnlewis. com Shoes, £149 reiss.com
Bright idea
Bruce says: Colour in winter cheers you up and looks as if you've made more of an effort. This is a wonder fully splashy shade in a classic shape of wool and cashmere.
Fuchsia pink, £175, frenchconnection.com LK Bennett dress, £250, Fenwick: 0207 629 9161 Shoes, £69, reiss.com
Caot, £175, frenchconnection.com, LK Bennett dress, £250, Fenwick: 0207 629 9161 Shoes, £69, reiss.com
Military chic
Bruce says: This is wool with Milano stitch, engineered so barely a seam shows. With its turn-back cuffs, patch pockets, horn buttons and double-breasted style, it's a quintessentially military coat. It's also lightweight and a decent length, so should keep you warm.
Coat, £250, winserlondon.com Jeans, £40, topshop.com Sandals, £295, russellandbromley.co.uk
Military chic: Coat, £250, winserlondon.com Jeans, £40, topshop.com Sandals, £295, russellandbromley.co.uk
Lean and clean
Bruce says: A simple detail, such as an internal zip, can make all the difference to the look of a coat. It means no buttons are on show, so the overall shape is leaner and cleaner. This is so chic. The jacquard print across the bottom third adds interest, and playing with blocks of texture is right up to date. A fabulous formal option.
Coat, £259, tedbaker.com Shoes, £69, reiss.com
Clean and lean: Coat, £259, tedbaker.com Shoes, £69, reiss.com
Styling: ELIZA SCARBOROUGH
Pictures: L+R
Hair and make-up: OONAGH CONNOR using NARS and PAUL MITCHELL
Fashion assistant: AMY KESTER
Model: ANEL at MOT
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