This season sees autumn’s signature mellow shades elevated with pops of colour, pattern and texture. Proof that you don’t need to buy new to follow fashion, Velvet gets the look using solely preloved pieces from Brooks, the clothes agency in Saffron Walden, shot on location at the town’s picture-perfect Bridge End Gardens

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The ease of the jumpsuit - a complete outfit in a single garment, it’s the epitome of effortless elegance - makes it an enduring wardrobe staple. Worn in a soft, earthy tone, it’s ideal for autumn; readily dressed up or down with accessories, it’s ideal for day-to-night too.

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The Nineties revival has seen the resurgence of some questionable trends - crushed velvet, club kid shoes - but we can thank it for making slip skirts and dresses a go-to again. Figure-skimming bias cuts, luxurious silky fabrics and spirit-lifting jewel colours add a welcome flash of glamour to autumn/winter layers. When it comes to coats, it's time to go big, go bright and make a statement.

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This season’s take on every wardrobe’s favourite fallback - the ‘jeans and nice top’ combo - sees wide-legged, Seventies-style denims paired with a neat knit in a block bright. A classic trench and vintage scarf, either swathed at the neck or belted at the waist, complete the look.

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When it comes to pattern, florals truly are perennial. Combined with a cosy cropped teddy coat and grown-up heeled boots, a ditsy print in a darker palette is perfect for the transition into autumn/winter.

Meet the Team

Photography: Migle Markuza - @markuzaphotography; markuzaphoto.com

Styling & Coordination: Kath Goodwin, Velvet - @MAKE.Cambridge; makecambridge.co.uk

Model: Heemali Inamdar - leaveherwildyoga.com

Outfits: Brooks Clothes Agency - @brooksdressa; brooksclothesagency.co.uk

Makeup & Hair: Kate Fletcher - @flashkatemua; flashkate.com

Location: Bridge End Gardens, courtesy of Saffron Walden Town Council - @saffronwaldentc; saffronwalden.gov.uk