I hate the weather at this time of year. You never know if it’s going to be hot or cold. Particularly in the Lasoo office where it is apparently -10 degrees Celsius at all times and I was actually considering bringing a parka and gloves one day last week.

I really need something to throw over the top of my outfit for work that’s warm enough for the icy cold depths of the Lasoo office, but also light enough to survive mild winds and cooler weather outside. And easy to carry around if I decide to take it off. I love the look of the long cardigan from Country Road, pictured here, a lightweight knit that comes in a range of colours (pictured here in port wine). Plus, how good does it look with a skinny belt around the waist?

It’s kind of depressing that it’s almost time to get my David Lawrence trench coat dry cleaned again for winter… where did the summer go?

The Country Road long cardigan sells for $119.

By Caroline Warnes

I’ve become a big fan of Witchery in the last two or three years, although it’s been a gradual process.

When I was younger I thought Witchery went too heavy on the neutral tones and classic cuts, and was therefore “too boring”.

However as I’ve gotten older I’ve realised one doesn’t always have to be the centre of attention with one’s clothing and have actually grown to be quite fond of neutral tones and classic cuts.

Witchery’s stuff tends to be of a pretty good quality for the price, too, and the sales are always worth looking forward to.

Anyhow, the Autumn range is now available to browse on the website, and it generally gets the thumbs-up from me.

I’m already eyeing off a few must-have items, including the Zip Flapper Skirt, pictured here, which is kind of on the pricey side at $169.95. I think it will be a sell-out item because people I’ve already heard a few people mention this piece in particular.

I’m also considering the Space Dye Long Line Cardigan, which looks like a great cover-up for the in-between Autumn months, and the Ruffle Playsuit. Generally, I don’t think playsuits should be seen on anyone over the age of three, but this version looks like it could work.

By Caroline Warnes