Every fashion person is wearing these 11 accessories to update their autumn wardrobes

If there’s one accessory guaranteed to make you look like you’ve put some serious thought into your outfit, it’s a pillbox hat. Once the preserve of Jackie Kennedy and the royals, this prim little headpiece has found a new audience. Wear yours with a tailored coat, oversized knit or even a simple T-shirt and jeans for an unexpectedly polished finishing touch.

Available at & Other Stories, £47

 Soft, tactile and fuzzy, a chocolate brown faux fur bag looks and feels so luxe. Look for oversized, slouchy silhouettes that tuck neatly under the arm or fluffy little shoulder bags that add a playful contrast to sharp tailoring. Consider it the easiest way to introduce a little texture and warmth to your wardrobe.

Available at Topshop, £38

Your grandmother was onto something. The humble brooch has been quietly making its way back into fashion’s good books, and it’s one of the easiest ways to breathe new life into clothes you already own. Pin a sculptural silver design to a blazer lapel, fasten a cluster of vintage finds onto a wool coat or use one to secure a scarf. More interesting than a necklace, and infinitely more versatile.

Available at Massimo Dutti, £60

There are few accessories quite as timeless as a beautiful pair of leather gloves. Practical? Absolutely. But they are also exceptionally chic, particularly when worn with an oversized wool coat.

Available at Mytheresa, £160

Sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference. A decorative hair pin makes even a hastily assembled bun look rather chic. Whether you are drawn to sculptural metal designs, oversized tortoiseshell clips or something embellished with crystals, there’s a version for practically every aesthetic. Best worn with minimal fuss and hair that looks pleasingly undone.

Available at Arket, £13

Never underestimate the power of a good belt. Beyond keeping your trousers in place, the right one can completely change the proportions of an outfit. This autumn, it’s all about statement colour, thin shapes and supple leather. 

Available at Cos, £40

If you are going to invest in one new pair of shoes this season, make them the sort that does all the talking. Think satin ballet flats, jewel-encrusted mules, decorative buckles and unexpected textures. Even M&S got in on the action, sending gem-embellished mesh ballet flats down the catwalk at its recent London Fashion Week debut. 

Available at M&S, £50

Bigger is most definitely better when it comes to hair accessories this season. Taking inspiration from Decora, the joyfully maximalist Japanese street style known for its playful, layered accessories, supersized hair clips are having a moment. 

Available at Zara, £11.99

Drape a faux fur scarf over the shoulders of a wool coat, tuck it into a leather jacket or wear it with tailoring for a pleasing contrast. The fluffier, the better.

Available at Mango, £45.99

The knitted hood is having something of a fashion renaissance, and frankly, we’re delighted. There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about these cosy little accessories, which manage to make even the most practical winter outfit feel interesting. Wear yours tied beneath the chin for a whimsical finish or leave the ends loose over a long wool coat. Extra points for a fuzzy finish and embellished details.

Available at Simone Rocha, £395

Sculptural arm cuffs are making a compelling case for thinking beyond your usual earrings and necklaces, adding an unexpected dimension to even the simplest outfits. Slip a chunky gold or silver cuff over a crisp shirt sleeve, layer one over a longline glove or wear it higher on the arm with a fine-knit jumper.

Available at H&M, £27.99