Donna Wallace’s Top Picks: Curated Styles for Autumn Winter 2024 In celebration of the newest Whistles store opening in Covent Garden, Fashion Editor Donna Wallace headed into the store during London Fashion Week. The renowned stylist and creative consultant, known for her impeccable eye and effortless outfits, joined us to explore the Autumn Winter 2024 collection. Here, she shared insightful tips for layering, how to get the most out of transitional pieces, and also curated her top picks for the season ahead. From statement outerwear to elevated wardrobe staples, discover her carefully chosen edit to bring polish to your everyday. Tasteful tactility There’s something undeniably irresistible about wearing leather—from buttery soft textures to whip smart smooth styles, its luxurious fabrication instantly elevates any outfit. For her top picks, Donna suggested the Annika Leather Aviator Jacket as a failsafe everyday item, that will wear with jeans and smart trousers. Next, she opted for our iconic Clean Bonded Jacket. It’s a timeless favourite that she paired with our latest Delia Croc Leather Trousers, which are crafted in a striking dark green shade. To create an easy look, Donna styled it with our Ames Chunky Loafers that added a modern finish and are a lighter choice than an Autumn boot. Tasteful tactility There’s something undeniably irresistible about wearing leather—from buttery soft textures to whip smart smooth styles, its luxurious fabrication instantly elevates any outfit. For her top picks, Donna suggested the Annika Leather Aviator Jacket as a failsafe everyday item, that will wear with jeans and smart trousers. Next, she opted for our iconic Clean Bonded Jacket. It’s a timeless favourite that she paired with our latest Delia Croc Leather Trousers, which are crafted in a striking dark green shade. To create an easy look, Donna styled it with our Ames Chunky Loafers that added a modern finish and are a lighter choice than an Autumn boot. Next, she opted for the Faye Clean Bonded Trench, which is the newest addition to the Clean Bonded collection. This premium trench coat is the ultimate in Autumn Winter tactility and a real investment piece to treasure for years to come. Another leather piece Donna calls out is the Rachel Patent Skirt, which blends a classic pencil silhouette with a high-shine finish — it’s a fresh take on the business suit. For accessories, Donna looked to our Laurina Utility Pockets Bag, which she advised was perfect for daytime, while the Erica Snake Shoulder Bag is a statement choice to easily enliven new season looks. Erica Snake Shoulder Bag £119 Quick Add Delia Croc Leather Trouser £499 Quick Add Ames Chunky Loafer £159 Quick Add Annika Leather Aviator Jacket £1299 Quick Add Erica Snake Shoulder Bag £119 Delia Croc Leather Trouser £499 Ames Chunky Loafer £159 Annika Leather Aviator Jacket £1299 Denim Heaven Double denim is no longer a fashion faux pas. Instead, this practical co-ord has become an essential combination that’s gaining popularity thanks to its ease of wear — there’s no signs the trend will slow down soon. Its versatility of styling means it can be dressed up or down, no matter the season, mood or moment: it’s a reliable go-to. For an effortless day-to-dark look, Donna paired our classic Sophia Denim Jacket with the sleek Stretch Barrel Jeans, creating a comfortable yet cool silhouette. To finish the look with a pop of colour, she added our Elba Pumps in a bold, bright red, which are crafted from satin to bring an after-dark feel to this daytime-appropriate look — and no doubt, put a spring in her step on even the greyest days. Denim Heaven Double denim is no longer a fashion faux pas. Instead, this practical co-ord has become an essential combination that’s gaining popularity thanks to its ease of wear — there’s no signs the trend will slow down soon. Its versatility of styling means it can be dressed up or down, no matter the season, mood or moment: it’s a reliable go-to. For an effortless day-to-dark look, Donna paired our classic Sophia Denim Jacket with the sleek Stretch Barrel Jeans, creating a comfortable yet cool silhouette. To finish the look with a pop of colour, she added our Elba Pumps in a bold, bright red, which are crafted from satin to bring an after-dark feel to this daytime-appropriate look — and no doubt, put a spring in her step on even the greyest days. Stretch Barrel Leg Jean £95 Quick Add Elba Satin Ballet Pump £119 Quick Add Sophia Denim Jacket £99 Quick Add Wire Hoop Earring £29 Quick Add Stretch Barrel Leg Jean £95 Elba Satin Ballet Pump £119 Sophia Denim Jacket £99 Wire Hoop Earring £29 Day-to-dusk It’s the season of the after-dark event. Those looking to bolster their selection of on-rotation need look no further: Donna curated a capsule that has maximum appropriateness no matter where you’re heading. Consider our Wild Horses Dress, with a midi-length hemline and printed with whimsical horse photography. Or, opt for the Lace Trim Cami Co-ord – a midi skirt and top combination which can easily be mixed and matched for maximum wardrobe mileage. Day-to-dusk It’s the season of the after-dark event. Those looking to bolster their selection of on-rotation need look no further: Donna curated a capsule that has maximum appropriateness no matter where you’re heading. Consider our Wild Horses Dress, with a midi-length hemline and printed with whimsical horse photography. Or, opt for the Lace Trim Cami Co-ord – a midi skirt and top combination which can easily be mixed and matched for maximum wardrobe mileage. For a smart look, Donna suggests our Mia Elongated Waist Blazer, which she paired with our wide-legged Frida Trousers — together, it’s a cool, contemporary take on business dress that feels appropriate to wear to a bar. To infuse it with a nighttime feel, slip our Sequin Tie Front Top underneath for a hint of glamour. Complete your look with the Ames Chunky Loafers, ensuring comfort without compromising on style throughout the evening. Don’t overlook the finishing touches, either: our Heart Cord Necklace is a fine accent that’s fuss-free but brings a little something extra. Frida Trouser £189 Quick Add Wild Horse Print Silk Dress £279 Quick Add Mia Elongated Waist Blazer £249 Quick Add Heart Cord Necklace £39 Quick Add Frida Trouser £189 Wild Horse Print Silk Dress £279 Mia Elongated Waist Blazer £249 Heart Cord Necklace £39 Watch the full video here Follow Donna on Instagram @itsdwallace MORE LIKE THIS Fashion & Trends Whistles Neighbourhood: Covent Garden Inspirational, efficient and design-led, our Covent Garden Flagship is the first of a sophisticated new concept for Whistles, characterised by ...read more Fashion & Trends Whistles Personal Styling: Book Your Appointment Looking for a second opinion? 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