Havaianas Wellington Boots a must for Winter

Havianas wellington boots in gorgeous pink

Is it or isn't it going to snow? Either way new wellies are always welcome in my wardrobe and anyone who knows how much I love Havaianas will know that these little beauties have my name written all over them. In an assortment of colours they come in tall (shown here) for £45 and short for £40. Check out Havaianas for further information and to order while the post can still get here.

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I want a new winter coat... but which one to choose?

I know we are due a mini-heatwave by the end of the week but I feel a bit short-changed. I am actually looking forward to getting out my winter clothes which I prefer and cover up all that summer weight that seems to have slipped onto my hips - and I just prefer to be wrapped up if I'm honest. What I will be needing is a winter coat as although I LOVE my faithful duffle I really do need something with a bit more style...7

Here are my favourites...

The short tweed Cambridge coat from Jaeger
How gorgeous is this classic car coat with it's oversized collar and sleek silhouette. This is an investment piece and I would feel like a character from Mad Men when I wore it... price tag? £450

Hobbs Bernice Coat in Melange Grey from John Lewis
Another classic this time from Hobbs that will go from one season to the next. Loving the wide lapels and wrap-style with belted-waist (make the most of your shape that's what I say!). And you can see, even from the picture, that this is a soft little number being in a mohair mix fabric. Damage? £369

Green checked double breasted coat by Rocha.John Rocha for Designers at Debenhams

I like checks - especially when they are muted, like this one. This has a black satin lining, black logo embellished buttoning and two front clip pockets - will definitely keep you warm and cosy when you're walking the moors... Price? an affordable £120

Red car coat in nylon/wool mix from River Island.
I quite fancy a flash of red to brighten up my, well let's face it, all too black winter wardrobe. And red is one of the season's signature colours on the A/W catwalks. This one is smart, simple and at a cool £80 is great value for money...

Classic tailored camel coat from Jigsaw.
Oh yum! Do I love this coat? Have always wanted a classic camel coat and have never had one... love the hidden buttons and the length is perfect... again a classic investment buy which if I look after it will last me a few seasons. Price? A sterling £229

Sneak a peek at Debenhams A/W 2011

At home I'm thinking about replacing my summer tops as they've seen too many washes. At work I'm being bombarded (well not exactly bombarded but it feels like it) with invitations to check out what's happening for Autumn/Winter when I don't feel like we've really had summer yet. Gawd I hope we haven't....

Anyway not wishing to sound too 'bah humbug' about it and ungrateful, I do really secretly enjoy being given the occassional sneak preview as I realise that I am a very lucky lady to be invited at all and shouldn't whinge.

So here are a few snaps I took on my mobile to put you in the picture in terms of what the Designers at Debenhams have been working on to keep us and our homes well turned out.

I love this slinky, leopard print number for saucy minxes everywhere brought to us from the Star collection by Julien Macdonald.

And for our homes there were some lovely collections for the kitchen, living-room, bathroom and of course the bedroom. I particularly loved the illustrations on these cushions....



And this little red number is what it's all going to be about this season - cool drapes and back details - flattering for all figures and just a hint of a sleeve for those of us who hate the tops of our arms. Now this is one I can't wait to arrive in the shops. Shame I'll have to wait until September... and so will you!