Grown-up high street fashion

The camel coat

Upgrade any outfit with a classy camel coat.

Double breasted coat, £499, and wide leg pant, £175, both 8-18, www.jaeger.co.uk

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The pussy bow blouse

Add a feminine touch to a tailored trouser suit with a beautiful silk blouse.

Silk blouse, £129, 8-18, Limited Edition at www.hobbs.co.uk

The ladylike handbag

Go all Grace Kelly with a proper, grown-up handbag.

Leather bag, £325, www.lkbennett.com

The A-line skirt

The classic shape gets an instant update in luxurious leather.

V-neck jumper, £49.50, leather skirt, £99 (available October), both 8-18, belt, £6 and shoes, £29.50 www.marks-and-spencer.com

The statement jacket

Choose a neutral tone and wear it with everything. Teresa May is never seen without hers.

Tab shoulder wool jacket, £299, jumbo cords, £150 both 8-18, leather boots, £199, 36-42, www.jaeger.co.uk

The camel shift

It\'s simple, it\'s timeless - so buy now, wear forever.

Shift dress, £159, 8-18, www.hobbs.co.uk

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