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

Nothing says Summer like a pair of sandals and floral dresses. Check our this cute  Poppy Shirred Tea Dress from Topshop     Wear with MARTINA T-Bar Geek Shoes Topshop / Dresses to impress

Ok so we were just getting used to bright sunny days and thought rainy days were over for a while, but hey ho it is Country Show time and Festival Season so we must always be ready for our Great British Summer. Cue Hunter’s range of rainwear, a stylish collection which will have you "Singing in the Rain" and wipe away all your wet-weather woes. These outerwear options are both functional and fashionable and come in the boldest of shades, the most classic of cuts and are sure to brighten up your day. This vibrant yellow rain jacket is on trend and will keep you protected against the elements where-ever you are. The classic Trench coat , featured below, is a smart alternative so I'm thinking maybe the rain isn't so bad after all!       Hunter Ladies Classic Trench Coat   Hunter Ladies Tech Rain Jacket   ORDER BEFORE 3PM FOR NEXT DAY DELIVERY / FREE SHIPPING ON UK ORDERS OVER £75 " Here Comes the Rain Again " is a song written in 1984 by Annie

Hunter Festival Millbank high top certainly comes with attitude. With a metal studded toe-cap and back strap complete with an on-trend neon sole, this rubber sneaker boot is not to be messed with. Perfect for partying all night in a muddy field with waterproof protection, Hunter Festival Millbank available in neon Pink, Yellow or Green