HOW TO BUILD A SHOE WARDROBE FOR AUTUMN ’22

A big part of transitioning your wardrobe from summer to autumn is changing up your footwear. While we love the socks with sandals look, it’s not really something you can wear everywhere, especially when the temperatures drop.

Instead, you’ll want sturdier options that are comfortable, warm and all weather-ready. Think a solid pair of trainers with a bit of texture, black leather Chelseas for the fancier occasions, and a functional pair of lace-up boots you can wear with just about everything. Read on for four shoes you need this season.

Classic Chelsea boots

Taking their name from the posh London neighbourhood, Chelsea boots have been popular since the ’50s and ’60s. That enduring style is thanks to a timeless silhouette and an ideal combo of form and function. Find a good Chelsea boot, and you’ll be reaching for it year after year.

Our Gladstone Chelsea boot, made with black leather, is a great option. The almond toe evokes a dress shoe, while the elasticated side and stacked wooden heel keep them classic and super wearable. Pair them with joggers, and it’ll polish your look for an evening out, or wear them with a suit to dress it down a little.

Dressed-up desert boots

When you think of desert boots, you might think of tan suede and a rubber sole. But this season, we’ve done desert boots a little different with shiny brown leather and a stacked, wooden heel. All the better for a rainy British autumn, we think.

Try them with denim and a chunky roll neck jumper to elevate your look. Or, if you’ve got a smart-casual occasion coming up, wear them with a navy blue suit instead of a dress shoe. You’ll still look put together, but a bit more prepared for whatever the unpredictable weather could bring.

Statement chunky trainers

The streetwear trend endures, and the best way to take it on (in our opinion) is with a chunky trainer. Not only do they instantly make any outfit look trendier, but they’re also super comfortable. Ideal if you’re on your feet all day at work or at the weekend.

Our Brighton chunky trainer ticks all the boxes. Not only does it have that oversized, textured sole, but it also has the added element of leather and suede detailing to set it apart. Wear them with sweats, wear them with joggers, wear them with chinos, or even wear them with a suit if you’re feeling adventurous.

Black chunky boots

If you’re looking for something subtly different for your autumn boot collection, we suggest a black boot, but with something a little extra. The chunky sole on our lace-up boot for the season is that something extra.

This pair is made for that rolled-up cuff on your favourite pair of trousers, but could also work as an unexpected finishing touch for a dark suit at the office. Again, as all autumn footwear should be, these boots are functional without compromising style.

Streamlined trainers

A solid pair of go-with-everything trainers is a must for autumn/winter. They’ll go with jeans, they’ll go with joggers, they’ll even go with a suit for those smart-casual occasions.

This season, we’ve updated our classic white trainer in two new shades of suede: chocolate and camel. Both will add a nice hit of neutral colour to your autumn wardrobe, without overwhelming any other colours you’re wearing.

No matter what footwear you choose for the season, make sure it fits well and it’s comfortable. Also, take a bit of time to consider whether it works with what you’ve already got in your wardrobe. Ticking both of these boxes means you’ll have a pair of shoes you’ll actually wear all season long, and hopefully into next year, too.

WANT THE PEAKY LOOK? YOU NEED A TWEED SUIT

After almost two decades in the suit business, Moss is a leader in British tailoring. That’s why we’re the official outfitters for Peaky Blinders: The Rise, a new immersive experience based on the hit show. If you’re planning to attend the experience, you’re encouraged to dress the part. We can help with that.

Not only is tweed a classic suiting fabric, but it’s also the perfect way to capture that Peaky look thanks to its popularity in the ’20s. Even better, it’s been having a resurgence over the past few years, which means if you’ve got a great tweed suit for the show, you’ll want to keep wearing it, again and again. Read on to see four of our latest and greatest tweed suits.

Fig Donegal tweed

The fig tone of this Donegal-style tweed suit is one of our favourite colours for AW22. It’s punchy, but still wearable and versatile. Wear this one with its matching waistcoat and tan brogues when you’re headed to the show, and then swap in a padded gilet and white trainers for chillier days at the office.

Olive herringbone tweed

The cut of this tweed suit is a bit roomier, so you get an even more Peaky-appropriate look. The olive tone also calls on the ’20s, as does the herringbone finish. Again, wear this one with the matching waistcoat, and then rewear it for any autumn or winter weddings you have in your diary this year, and next year, too.

Checked tweed

Want something that really makes a statement? Our black, white, tobacco and blue checked suit fits the bill. You’ll stand out, but still look decade-appropriate. Yet again, the waistcoat is a must for Peaky Blinders: The Rise, but separate it out and wear the jacket with jeans for a more casual workday.

Sage tweed

This is one of our best-selling suits, and it’s not hard to see why. The sage green tone is different, but still wearable, and the cut is form-fitting but super comfortable. For Peaky, you’ll get a look Arthur Shelby would absolutely wear, and for the rest of the season, you’ll have a versatile suit that you can wear to the office, to a wedding, and anywhere in between.

Now you’ve got your Peaky tweed suit sorted, get your tickets for Peaky Blinders: The Rise right here. Then, keep on wearing that tweed suit for seasons to come.

HERE’S HOW TO WEAR MILITARY-INSPIRED GREEN WITH CLASSIC AUTUMN NEUTRAL, GREY

Army green, also known as khaki, is a classic earth tone for autumn. And the good news is, it goes with loads of other colours. Wear it with denim, wear it with black, wear it with lighter browns, and you’ll have a winning combo. But, one of our favourite and maybe slightly more unexpected pairings is army green and grey.

Whether you’ve opted for an army green suit for a day at the office, an overshirt for a weekend mini break or an every day piece of outerwear, pairing those pieces with grey will really make them pop. Read on for some of our favourite green-and-grey pairings to add to your autumn wardrobe.

Dress down a green suit with a grey turtleneck

An army green suit is a great choice for autumn, and a nice deviation from your usual navy or grey. It’s particularly good if you’re keen to wear a coloured suit but don’t want to go too bold.

You can go classic and pair your army green suit with a white shirt and a contrasting tie, of course. But, if you’re again looking for something a bit different, try wearing your suit with a charcoal merino roll-neck. This is a great look for a more casual city wedding, or for a day at the office.

Add a casual trouser to your autumn wardrobe

If you’ve found a favourite army green shirt or jumper, and you’re keen to wear it with something other than jeans, a pair of soft grey joggers could be the ticket. Just keep the rest of your outfit minimal and super neutral. Think, a pair of black boots or a navy gilet. Pieces like that will let your khaki green-and-grey combo stand out.

Outerwear in army green

It’s always fun to choose something a bit different for your outerwear, because you’ll likely end up wearing it a few times a week. But, if you’re choosing a colour, you’ll want to make sure it’s still wearable with the rest of your wardrobe. Army green, of course, is a winner here. Not only does it look great with those grey joggers (see above), but you can layer an army green jacket over just about any jumper, save for other shades of brighter green.

We also love a good houndstooth pattern, and this one puts grey and green on the same shacket. Again, we love it with both a lighter grey or a similar charcoal to the one in the houndstooth.

Whichever army green and grey pieces you choose to add to your autumn wardrobe, make sure you can envision wearing them with pieces you already have. It’s a wearable combo, and we bet you’ll reach for it more often than you might have thought.

HERE’S HOW TO WEAR THIS UNEXPECTED AUTUMN COLOUR PALETTE

Unlike spring and summer, it can be hard to strike the right balance when it comes to colour in autumn. If it’s a bit too bright, it’ll feel too summery, but too dark can also feel a bit dreary on a rainy day. Enter your new favourite colour palette: fig and navy, paired with neutral white and warm tobacco.

Whether you’re headed to a wedding, to the office, or to the pub, there are so many ways to wear any combination of these autumn-ready hues. Keep reading to find out how to work them into your wardrobe, and shop some of our favourite fig, navy, white and tobacco pieces.

Tobacco and navy… or white

Navy is a staple colour for autumn, mostly because it’s a bit softer than black and it goes with basically everything. Another thing it has over black? It pairs far better with all shades of brown, including tobacco. See above in our merino-blend polo worn with flannel joggers. The polo has a vintage feel, but the joggers make it modern.

If you really love tobacco, why not invest in a timeless double-breasted tobacco suit? It’s an unexpected alternative to your usual neutrals of either grey or taupe, and each piece will look great when you separate them. Pair it with a crisp white shirt for an autumn wedding, or with a merino roll neck for an evening out. Tobacco’s versatility might surprise you, but we think you should embrace it.

Staple pieces in fig, accessories in tobacco

A shade of red might not feel like it has staple potential, but fig is different. This deep, warm hue looks good with every skin tone, and it also pairs well with pretty much any other colour outside of the red family. We love it with (you guessed it) white and tobacco.

Above, our fig flannel joggers are finished off with a white merino roll neck and our white chunky trainers. It’s an ideal outfit if your office is a more relaxed environment, or even if you’re working from home. Opting for an overshirt in fig is also a great way to work the hue into your autumn wardrobe. If you want to offset that fig with something more neutral, choosing accessories in tobacco, like this made-in-England suede belt, can achieve that effortlessly.

Outerwear in navy

Again, another instance where navy makes a great alternative to black: autumn coats. A trench like this one is a more subtle move into cooler temperatures, and of course, it looks excellent with a tobacco roll-neck jumper underneath. If you’re looking for something a bit heavier, try a navy peacoat. Or, if you want even more layering potential, a navy gilet.

The dawn of a new season is a great time to take on a colour palette you haven’t tried before. Whether you throw yourself into it and go head-to-toe tobacco, or opt for just an accessory, one or two items in a new hue can really refresh your wardrobe. Just make sure that new piece works with at least three things you already have, and make sure you love it. Then, you’ll wear it all the time, year after year.

SHOP THE ESQUIRE EDITOR’S FAVOURITE PIECES FROM OUR AW22 COLLECTION

This season, we’re excited to announce the editor at Esquire magazine has hand picked some of their favourite pieces from our AW 22 collection. From a checked suit to a boucle overcoat to worker joggers, this edit will help you prep your wardrobe for autumn.

Hitting that mix of tradition and modernity, “casual has seldom looked so smart, and dressing to impress has rarely felt so effortless,” say the Esquire editors. Read on to see the full collection and find out what’s going to make you love these pieces, too.

ALL THE AUTUMN ESSENTIALS FRED IS WEARING

Dressing for autumn is all about clothes that feel great and fit well. That means high-quality staples you can mix and match, that’ll take you from work to the weekend, or wherever you’re headed.

“I’m working flat out until December, up and down and in and out of the country. For that busy schedule, I want to feel comfortable and confident no matter the setting.

I’m also looking for quality, and after working in Michelin-starred restaurants, I know – and care – about quality. With Italian-milled fabric, Spanish leather, and British tweed, crafted with the tailoring expertise Moss is known for, we’ve taken this autumn/winter collection to a whole new level.

This collection is ideal if you want to create a considered capsule wardrobe, with a few special, stand-out pieces mixed in. The perfect fit for you, for your wardrobe and for whatever comes your way this season.”

– Fred

Read on for all of Fred’s favourite looks, and a few tips for styling this season.

HOW TO WEAR FIG, NAVY, CAMEL AND WHITE THIS AUTUMN

As the days get shorter and the temperatures get lower, you might be tempted to start wearing exclusively dark colours. We get that – black looks good on everyone. But, we also think autumn is a great time to add a little unexpected colour to your wardrobe.

The trick is to choose warmer, richer shades that still evoke that feeling of cosiness you want this season, and then offset them with complimentary or contrasting tones. Think deep burgundies paired with classic navy, or a slight off-white white with a neutral camel. The options for this colour palette are endless, but read on for a few suggestions.

Layering fig, camel and white

Autumn is the prime season for layering. When you spend the day moving from the chilly outdoors to super hot public transit to climate-controlled indoors, your outfit needs to be able to adapt. This is when you can get creative with different textures, prints and colours.

Our camel flannel gilet not only adds an extra layer of warmth, but it also brightens up a more muted colour palette. Or, when paired with a colour like fig, it makes a real statement that’s still understated. Same goes for choosing what to wear with a neutral, camel suit. Opt again for offsetting it with fig tones. That will work especially well if the pattern also has the same camel tone running through it, and a bit of white to ground the whole thing.

Embrace bold patterns

You might think printed shirts are meant to be reserved for warmer months or beach holidays. Think again. You can absolutely keep wearing printed shirts in the autumn and winter, particularly ones that veer more geometric rather than floral, and in tones that make sense for the season.

Our retro-inspired printed shirt (coming soon) ticks all those autumnal boxes. The print is approachable but still offers a little personality, and the fig, camel and white palette will go just as great with denim or joggers as it will with a navy suit.

Focus on the trousers

You might think colour is only for your top half, opting for more basic, pared back trousers in the autumn. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Opting for an unexpected shade on your lower half in the autumn can be a fun way to change up your look.

Our joggers come in fig, camel, grey and navy this season, and they’ll give you endless outfit options no matter where life takes you. Want to dress them up? Throw on a tonal blazer. Want to make a statement? Try a printed shirt or patterned jacket for maximum impact.

Winning outerwear

When it comes to coats and jackets, you might be inclined to reach for something neutral. But, a brighter shade can be equally as wearable. Our fig overcoat will go with just about anything, and it’ll let you (subtly) stand out in the sea of black and navy coats that dominate people’s autumn wardrobes.

Want to be super warm? Try layering a patterned blazer underneath your overcoat for just a hint of extra colour. And nothing will let those coats dominate your outfit better than a white merino knit.

We know adding colour to your look can be a bit intimidating, so always start with just one piece against more neutral shades and build it up from there. But, if you’re feeling adventurous, don’t be afraid to mix and match. Pay attention to what you feel great in, wear that, and you’ll always look your best.

THE JOGGERS YOU NEED FOR AUTUMN ’22

Most of us have office time built in to our usual routines by now. But, dress codes have changed, and we bet your personal style has changed, too. Maybe you’re considering comfort more than before, which might leave you looking for the right trousers that balance that comfort with an office-appropriate look.

Enter joggers. With a relaxed fit and tailoring codes built in, you’ll feel like you’re wearing sweats, but look like you’re wearing trousers. It’s a win-win. Below, meet the season’s best joggers, and find out where to wear them and what to wear them with.

Berry-hued flannel joggers

If you tend to gravitate towards darker colours or more neutral tones come autumn/winter, it’s time to add a bit of bright into your wardrobe. A great way to do that without taking too much of a risk is opting for berry-hued shades. They’re still muted, but will add an unexpected element to your basics.

These worker joggers are a great example. When joggers tend to come in darker or neutral colours, this berry colour plays off the relaxed-meets-tailored silhouette. If you’re not a big colour person, pair them with a camel zip-neck polo. Or, if you’re game for an all-over coloured look, go with a punchier petrol blue.

Cord joggers in a neutral taupe

Corduroy is set to be a massive trend again this autumn, and one of the best ways to wear it is via trousers. But, while everyone else is wearing a jean-inspired silhouette, do something different with our cord joggers.

With these joggers, the texture of the cord and its taupe colour make them a statement piece. So, when you’re choosing what to wear with them, think about what’s going to let them do the talking. A winter-white rollneck is a great option, finished off with white trainers or a leather boot.

Navy flannel joggers

Here’s something super easy to wear that you’ll reach for constantly: navy joggers. They’ll go with just about anything that’s already in your autumn wardrobe, while still offering an element of style thanks to their pleated front and drawstring waist.

If you’re going for these ones, don’t be afraid to add some colour or a print to your top half. A checked overshirt is a great way to do just that. A casual printed shirt with a bit of navy running through it layered under a neutral cardigan is also a great option when the temperatures drop.

Flannel joggers in a neutral camel

An unexpected alternative to your typical grey or beige trouser, camel is a neutral too that’s just as wearable. Try these flannel ones with a wine zip-neck jumper for an autumnal colour palette that’ll stand out, but won’t overdo it.

If you work in a more relaxed environment, camel joggers will help you show off your personal style. Otherwise, they’re great for a smart-casual dress code at the weekend, or really anything you’ve got going on.

As always, styling your joggers is down to your personal taste, and whatever makes you feel the most comfortable. Comfort is, as we’ve said, the whole point of these trousers.

THIS AUTUMN, EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED FROM MOSS

It’s fashion’s favourite season: autumn. And for 2022, get ready to meet a whole new Moss. We’ve been around for 171 years, and we’re more ready than ever to bring you a collection with our tailoring know-how at its heart. That goes for everything, not just suits.

We’re on a journey, always challenging ourselves to stay true to our heritage while still moving forward. For AW22, you’ll see our evolution in action. You’ll find staple pieces like joggers, but in a winter-white cord. Or an on-trend overshirt, but in brushed boucle. Or a super warm puffer, but in grey flannel.

We’re doing new things too, with brighter colours and prints, elevated accessories, and more conscious fabrics. Every piece is still a classic, made with the tailoring expertise we’re known for.

Shackets and overshirts

There are twists, helping you be as creative as you want with your autumn winter wardrobe and dress for wherever life takes you. We want you to have those forever pieces for everything, from relaxing at the weekend to attending a black-tie event.

Take our incoming overshirts and shackets. The one above, made in a super soft, Donegal-style flecked fabric, will take you right from the warmer September days into colder October ones. And, when you pair it with the matching worker joggers, you’ll have a relaxed version of a suit, perfect for whatever the weekend throws at you.

The return of corduroy

Corduroy was a huge trend last autumn, and it’s back again this year. But we’re not just doing a pair of straight leg, cord trousers. Instead, we’ve taken this sometimes-casual fabric and made it into a super smart suit. It’s relaxed and comfortable, thanks to the cord, and the cut of the work joggers.

Then, we’ve kept it casual with our teal cord jacket. It’s a pop of colour amongst those seasonal earthier tones, offering some personality and visual interest to autumn wardrobe staples.

The art of layering

And of course, we have loads of great suiting separates, prime for all your formal occasions but also for some on-trend layering. Pair any of our jackets and blazers with a tonal gilet, jumper and pair of relaxed trousers to maximise their versatility.

This autumn, we want to help you be as creative as you want with your wardrobe and dress for wherever life takes you. We want you to have those forever pieces for everything, from relaxing at the weekend to attending a black-tie event.

This season, expect the unexpected from Moss. Get ready to shop our fall collection, coming soon.