5 Accessory Trends You're Going to See a Lot of This Autumn

If you're anything like us, you've already spotted a pair (or three) of new-season boots you want. There may even be a winter coat you've got your heart set on (guilty again). If this sounds familiar, listen up. Of course, it's always advised to snap up new offerings as soon as they arrive to avoid the dreaded sellout once they become a cult item. Although we're already incorporating boots into our outfits, it's a bit too soon for coats and knits. (Note: Our editors have already dubbed the teddy-bear coat a favourite, FYI.)

Luckily, we have the answer to getting a new-season fix you can get the wear out of right away, and it comes in the form of autumn accessories. Most accessories aren't strictly for one season anyways, so this means although they're from certain drops, you can wear them anytime. We've already rounded up the best ones in our autumn/winter 2019 trend guide, and now, we've gone one step further and highlighted the ones you can shop now—from the handbag style the queen approves of to the boots and belts selling out quicker than we can chase them.

Say hello to the five autumn accessories you'll want to get your hands, feet, waists and necks on this season.

1. Frame Bags

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(Image credit: @beatrice.gutu)

The queen of England always carries a structured handle bag, and if it's good enough for royalty, it's good enough for us all. Here, Beatrice teams her Charles & Keith top-handle bag with an effortless tonal suit. Simple yet so effective.

2. Lace-Up Boots

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(Image credit: @wethepeoplestyle)

Spotted all over the new-season luxury and high-street drops, it's all about the sleek lace-up ankle boots. Here, Jess is wearing the boots of the season—Manu Atelier's lace-up boots. If you're speedy, you can get your hands on the few remaining pairs. Luckily, we've found other options below in preparation for when they sell out.

3. Chunky Chain Chokers

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(Image credit: @sliptostyle)

Seen all over the A/W 19 catwalks from the likes of J.W. Anderson, chunky chain necklaces are officially a thing. Ellie layers up her necklaces for a look that'll never fail. There's no such thing as OTT with this one.

4. Pouch Clutch Bags

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(Image credit: @lindatol)

Squishy, carry-all clutch bags are the way forward. Forget box clutches and dated classic clutches—these are the new grab bags courtesy of Bottega Veneta.

5. Waist Belts

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We all remember waist belts as the accessory of the noughties, but now they're back with a whole chic new look. Proving a waist belt can be the finishing touch to any outfit, Renata styles the Bottega Veneta belt of our dreams with all black. Classic, chic and effortlessly stylish.

Check out our autumn/winter 2019 trend guide for more newness. 

Freelance Fashion Editor

Harriet Davey is a freelance fashion editor who has been part of Who What Wear's extended team since 2017. She previously worked in print at Look magazine and has since worked across print, digital and social for many other titles, including British Vogue, Stylist, Grazia, Refinery29 and Marie Claire. Also a stylist, Harriet has had the pleasure of producing cover shoots and editorials along with commercial shoots for brands including Boux Avenue, Watches of Switzerland, Benefit Cosmetics and Revolution. To add to this, Harriet also works in live TV styling for ITV’s This Morning.

Back to Who What Wear. With hundreds of published stories on site, Harriet knows what the WWW reader wants. Keeping up to date with the latest It buys and runway trends, she can guarantee to keep you one step ahead of the most stylish people.

When not writing or styling, Harriet loves to go shopping (yes, more fashion). If she’s not in a local Hackney bar or restaurant, you can find her forever searching for her next holiday destination.