As the autumn approaches fast it can always be difficult to relinquish the summer sun and embrace the next seasons trends, who doesn’t want to cling to summer for as long as possible?! If like me you tend to leave the wardrobe update to the last minute, then we have the answer… Accessories! It’s a sure fire way to fast track your style statement and leave the house right on trend. SHINE gets you ready to tackle the transition.

No look is complete without a little Lanvin. This black leather bag with gold trim and gold chain handle is perfect for autumn.

Big necklaces are a hit this coming season. Lanvin brings us a geometric gem of a necklace which will update any look. Team it with a 40’s inspired dress and you’ll shine like a movie star.

Louis Vuitton black paper chain padlock necklace. An easy way to get the autumn vibe going, pop on a pair of ankle boots with jeans and a dinner jacket and you have a complete autumn look.

Feathers are all over the place this autumn, but lets face it, it can be tricky to pull this off with entering the carnival arena! Enter Mai Lamore and the black feather platform heel. These killer heels are the perfect, more subtle way, to add this trend into your wardrobe. Available from www.brownsfashion.com.

Add that 80’s feel with this perfect black studded bag by Marc Jacobs. Add this to a power shoulder dress and you have a key look for autumn.

Yet another early 80’s theme from Nina Peter. These black leather studded fingerless gloves are the perfect, more understated, 80’s look. Available from www.net-a-porter.com.

The ankle boot is an essential edition for autumn/winter. Paul Smith has the answer. These patent lace up ankle boots are spot on and the perfect price.

Shoes always make any outfit. Roger Vivier has a fabulous range, but these satin ‘Biria’ platforms are stunning. You can’t go wrong!.

Balmain’s black high-heeled boots with large buckles are a sure knock out! Have a look at our Balmain article to find out more.