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    September style uniform: New season staples to buy now

    Step into the new season in style and check out our edit of the chicest transitional wardrobe buys...

    By Marie Claire
    Published 1 September 2015 In Features

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    Step into the new season in style and check out our edit of the chicest transitional wardrobe buys...

    Feeling uninspired by your current wardrobe wares? Finding the tricky transitional weather difficult to master style-wise? You're not alone.

    As we head towards a new season, naturally, our wardrobe feels a little less wearable, but fear not, for a few clever buys will help you on your way to a chic September wardrobe, whatever your budget.

    The key is to choose carefully, and keep colours neutral.

    Cool new season staples to consider are roll neck knits (Topshop's sleeveless version is our top pick), over the knee boots (Isabel Marant's flat version is a must-have, and well worth the splurge) as are chunky capes, chic co-ords and suede jackets.

    Some summer staples will continue to work with your new wears, think midi skirts, denim dresses and khaki shirts, and styled carefully, you'll move easily into the new season, with very little effort.

    September Style

    Click through to shop our edit of the essential new-season buys for September...

    September Style

    September Style

    Click through to shop our edit of the essential new-season buys for September...

    September Style

    Topshop Unique, £70
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    This unique top has so much layering potential. Wear now with your denim skirts, and come autumn, team with some cropped flares, and layer under printed dresses for maximum impact.

    September Style

    Fendi Trousers, £495
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    Bold colour, new-season cropped flare, and perfect for injecting a shot of cool to your workwear wardrobe - there is nothing here we don't love.

    September Style

    Zara Suede Bag, £79.99
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    The bucket bag is a must-have for AW15, and none more so than this 70s-style suede version from Zara.

    September Style

    Mango Suede Coat, £169
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    Not yet wearing a suede trench coat? Try this version from Mango. Perfect for navigating the September weather, thsi trench is well worth the spend, and is perfect for pairing with all those new-season knits.

    September Style

    Isabel Marant, £585
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    If we learnt one thing last season, it's that the black suede over the knee boot is a serious investment, and can totally transform your wardrobe, with very little effort. Wear over jeans with your white shirt now, and with tights and a knitted dress come autumn.

    September Style

    Mango Cape, £89.99
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    Take on the 70s trend with this unbelievably chic cape from Mango.

    September Style

    Zara Co-ord Top, £25.99
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    Think co-ords are just for summer? Think again. Zara has re-worked this complete outfit in the form of this grey polo top and flare skirt.

    September Style

    Zara Co-ord Skirt, £25.99
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    Complete your look with the matching micro skirt. Just add some calf-length boots to nail your new season look.

    September Style

    Topshop Mary Jane, £65
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    The Mary Jane is back, and we think Topshop has totally nailed it with this pair.

    September Style

    Whistles Coat, £220
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    If you buy just one thing this season, let it be a super-fluffy coat. Our favourite? It has to be this version from Whistles.

    September Style

    Masscob Knit, £299
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    A new knit is a must-have for any September wardrobe, and this Masscob version is about as cool as it gets. Wear with wide-leg denim flares now, and over your new leather midi skirt with tights come autumn.

    September Style

    Russell & Bromley Boots, £275
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    Think the thigh high boot is a step too far? Enter Russell & Bromley's calf-height option. Wear with midi dresses and bare legs now, and under your cool cropped flares with a chunky knit in autumn.

    September Style

    Whistles Dress, £75
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    No winter wardrobe is complete without one, and we think this ribbed jumper dress from Whistles is well worth a look. Just add white plimsolls and a cool faux fur coat to complete your look.

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