Ok summer, we’ve had enough of your crop tops and mini-heatwaves followed by gushing showers. We’ve had enough of planned trips to the beach never working out, and festivals spent praying the rain doesn’t batter down on the tent too hard. Enough salad, enough farmer’s tan, and enough of the summer wardrobe we swore we’d get the wear out of this time… we didn’t. 

We were almost ready to move on to autumn as it was, but when these images landed on our desk we were completely convinced. Autumn/winter is where it’s at.

The Mecca of frugal fashionistas everywhere, Penneys is the one-stop shop to make sure you have your a/w trends nailed, on a budget. Our friends at Penneys know how much Team Her.ie and the lovely Her.ie readers love a fashionable bargain, so they’ve kindly provided us with the EXCLUSIVE first look at their winter shoot.

Proof that winter doesn’t mean wrapping yourself up like the Michelin man, the looks are sexy, chic, and sophisticated, with muted shades and metallic detailing a far cry from the loud summer shades.

Look 1

Who likes short shorts? Dare to bare in this high-neck lace blouse, and channel your inner Kylie with these sexy sequin shorts. An outfit to dazzle for a night on the tiles.

High Neck Lace Blouse €13, Sequin Shorts €19 In Stores from September

 

Look 2

Clashing is cool. Brocade is big business this season, so you’ll get plenty of wear out of these super cute shorts. Perfect with a plain top, but if you’re the braver sort, opt for a clashing print like the one on this Jacquard shell top. And whatever you do, don’t forget the statement jewellery.

Jacquard Shell Top €15, Brocade Shorts €11, Necklace €5

 

Look 3

Remember what we said about Baroque? This dress ticks ALL the boxes. Long sleeves, simple shape, ornate design. One item of clothing and you’re good to go, so this is a perfect ‘in case of emergency’ dress to keep on standby all winter long.  And how much do you love that clutch?

Baroque Bodycon Dress €15, Limited Edition Metal Clutch €15, Midi Rings €1.50 In Stores from October

 

Look 4

Romantic with an edge. Channel your inner Old Hollywood star in dainty pastels paired with this soft-as-a-kitten bolero. Give the look some spunk with these show-stopping diamond hell Mary Janes. 

Faux Fur Bolaro €25, Cami €9, Embellished Trim Skirt €13, Limited Edition Diamond Heel Mary Jane's €24 In Stores from September

Did you fall in love as much as we did? Then you’ll be VERY happy to hear this. Penneys have given us 2 vouchers, each to the tune of €200, for some lucky Her.ie readers to stock up their winter wardrobe. To enter, get yourself over here, and don’t forget to spread the word to your fellow fashion fans. Good luck!