While floaty floral dresses – and a certain spotty frock – dominated summer, now that autumn is in full swing, we’ve got the perfect solution if you’re looking to switch up your style.
Corduroy is a major trend for AW19 and there’s one item we’re loving more than any other: the cord pinafore.
This cute but cosy dress is the answer to many an autumn/winter wardrobe conundrum, and there are so many gorgeous options in the shops right now.
While corduroy has traditionally been a bit of a fusty fabric, associated with the archetypal ‘geography teacher’ fashion faux pas, these days it’s become as cool as leather or suede.
The cord pinafore is a prime example of how the tactile texture has had a modern makeover – no wonder it’s become a fashion blogger fave.
So, how to style it? The coolest combo for AW19 is a pinafore with a rollneck or funnel neck top, which will keep you warm on wintry days.
For something a bit dressier, team your pinafore with an off-the-shoulder knit.
With most cord pinafores coming in autumn leaf and night sky colours, you could add something tonal such as tan or moss green, or lighten your outfit with a cream or white top.
Complete your look with a pair of heeled hiking boots – the season’s hottest footwear, FYI – and your autumnal outfit is complete.
Ready to shop the look? Here are five of our favourite cord dresses…
Fat Face Sabrina Cord Pinafore Dress, £28 (was £52.50); Selina Lunar Sky Roll Neck Top, £29.50; Hadlow Hiker Boots, £75
Miss Selfridge Black Jersey Cord Pinafore Dress, £25
Oliver Bonas Corduroy Rust Red Mini Pinafore Dress, £65; Alma Shimmer Striped Knitted Jumper, £45 (other items, stylist’s own)
Roman Rust Button Corduroy Pinafore Dress, £38
M&Co Cord Belted Shift Dress, £35; Cream Roll Neck Jumper, £18
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