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Everyone's sleeping on Hobbs but these 9 stylish autumn essentials prove it's back to its best
That checked, wool-blend barn coat is top of our wish list
Hobbs has perhaps become best known for occasionwear in recent years. But, growing up, I used to go there for fabulous tailored jackets that felt quite different to anything else on the high street, and its shoe collection that blended comfort with style. In fact, the brand started life in 1981 as a small shoe label with a shop in Hampstead, north London, before expanding into contemporary tailoring.
And this season, you can see Hobbs' DNA woven throughout its autumn/winter collection, which is full of beautiful tailored jackets and coats, alongside buttery-soft boots, heritage tweeds and checks, and cosy knitwear.
The range heroes outerwear, in particular, with its 'A good coat is everything' campaign. ‘A coat isn’t an accessory to the outfit,’ the retailer explains. ‘For most of the season, it is the outfit. The first thing anyone sees...It’s the item that’s worn most and relied on the longest. Armour for whatever the day throws at you.’ And with weather forecasters predicting a stormy winter, it's probably going to throw a lot.
So, our roundup of the most stylish pieces to shop at Hobbs this autumn begins with that all-important coat.
The Rachel is a great autumn to winter coat. Not too heavy but made from a warm wool blend, it will keep you cosy without weighing you down. The leather collar and gold buttons make the heritage check feel contemporary, too. A great everyday autumn coat.
This is a versatile Argyle knit cardigan that you can wear by itself now while it's a bit warmer and then layer over shirts once the temperatures drop. Style with jeans or cords and your checked wool coat.
Hobbs Aria Shower Resistant Trench Coat
Hobbs Aria Shower Resistant Trench Coat
For a stormy autumn, a classic trench is both stylish and practical. This one is shower resistant and has a lovely checked lining. The olive green colourway will go with everything in your wardrobe, making his a wardrobe staple you'll wear for years.
Hobbs Oakley Wool Cashmere Rollneck Jumper
Hobbs Oakley Wool Cashmere Rollneck Jumper
Everyone needs a kilt this autumn and this one is in the shade of the season: chocolate brown. Wear with boots and a chunky polo neck or Argyle knit.
It's the rich wine colour of this coat that makes it stand out from the crowd. With a stylish shawl collar and belt-tie, it also taps into the trend for generous, blanket-style coats this season. Wear with the checked Ophelia dress below.
With its bold, blousy checks, this dress is a statement piece. It's also a multi-taster – add a jumper on top and it transforms into a stylish checked skirt. This will look gorgeous with a sweeping coat and slouchy autumn boots.
This tailored riding jacket is giving Traitors-core and is a gorgeous piece you'll keep in your wardrobe for years. We'd dress it down with some barrel-leg jeans to keep things contemporary. It's already sold out in some sizes, so snap it up if you like what you see.
Our final pick for your capsule autumn/winter wardrobe as these leather ankle boots, which have a chic strap and buckle detail. They'll pair brilliantly with floaty skirts and dresses, and are built to withstand winter weather. Plus, they'll only get better with age and wear.
