September Dressing: The Perfect Pieces for In-Between Weather

The gilet: September's secret weapon

If there’s one piece we’d recommend for this time of year, it’s the humble gilet.

It’s warm, practical and — most importantly — doesn’t make you feel like you’re wearing an entire duvet.

This gorgeous Marc Cain version comes in ice blue, trimmed with vibrant shocking lime green and petrol-blue edging. It’s quilted at the back and has oversized pockets at the front, making it as practical as it is pretty.

Wear it over a crisp shirt now, then layer it over a chunky knit when things get cooler.

And the best bit? It’s washable.

We like our clothes beautiful. We also like being able to wash them.

A little more coverage, please

If a gilet feels slightly too optimistic for the weather, the matching Marc Cain quilted jacket gives you that extra bit of warmth without becoming a full-on winter coat.

The ice-blue colour is gorgeous, with the lime-green zip adding a brilliant little flash of colour.

There are also cleverly concealed zipped pockets — ideal for your phone, keys or whatever else seems to mysteriously accumulate in your pockets.

It’s one of those jackets you’ll probably find yourself reaching for constantly.

Why we love a gilet

Luisa Cerano has also given us a beautiful quilted gilet, complete with a hood and practical pockets.

And this is exactly why gilets are so useful.

They’re wonderfully easy to layer. A shirt underneath gives you a smarter look; add a jumper when the temperature drops; wear with jeans for the weekend or tailored trousers for something a little more polished.

They give you warmth without restricting what’s underneath.

And if you’re someone who finds coats a little cumbersome, they’re a brilliant alternative.

Pretty in pink

Now for something new — and rather lovely.

This baby-pink jacket has an embossed rose-print effect, giving it a beautiful texture and making the colour feel much more sophisticated than your average pink.

Then there’s the surprise inside: a lovely furry lining.

So while it may look pretty and delicate, this is actually a wonderfully warm piece.

And who says autumn has to be all about black, navy and camel?

A little pink can be rather fabulous.

In fact, we think this would look gorgeous with cream trousers, denim or even chocolate brown as the season progresses.

Winter white

And then there’s this beauty.

A gorgeous winter-white coat with an embossed finish and contrasting black detailing around the pockets and zip.

Winter white is one of those colours that can look incredibly chic once the summer whites have gone back into the wardrobe.

And don't worry about whether it will go with anything.

It will.

Black? Obviously.

Denim? Absolutely.

Camel? Gorgeous.

Grey? Perfect.

Colourful knitwear? Even better.

It’s one of those coats that quietly works with practically everything.