Focus Fashion Notes

I am ever the optimist and just love the return of  Autumn. What better than a walk on a windy beach, skipping through rusty leaves in a wooded valley or keeping warm on the way to work in the City, oh  I know it's better doing it all in a cosy classic Parka.  This universally beloved must-have is always on trend and Oasis Parkas are back better than ever for AW13. Waxed wonder or super soft winter warmer let's meet the girls....... SHOP ISSY PARKA SHOP  SARA PARKA SHOP ELLIE PARKA SHOP ALL PARKAS

This September, Sweaty Betty, the leading UK brand of stylish activewear for women, will be bringing a new free class into its boutiques. They will be collaborating with London-based dance, fitness and holistic studio Frame to create the Get Fit 4 Free campaign, Frame Rave. The Frame Rave workout is a high energy, rave-inspired dance workout that incorporates a high-BPM soundtrack with dance moves. Throughout September, boutiques will transform into glowstick-filled sweaty raves, while four workout videos and original soundtrack will bring the rave experience to the online community. This season's dance statement line complements Frame Rave with bright colours, neon colour pops and an innovative aurora kaleidoscopic print. Inspired by the fusion of ballet and hip-hop and the Northern Lights, the range is powerfully feminine and full of performance-enhancing features. Look out for the  Aurora Dance Vest and Shorts , which feature in the workout videos and their he...