This season is all about bold, statement knitwear —think Christmas jumper and you can’t go far wrong. Top of the knit picks is Fairisle, a heritage style that suits everybody, from the traditionalist to the modern style maven.

Classically Casual

For lovers of classic style these knit picks tick boxes…

 For him, these Barbour and Howick jumpers are perfect for horizontal patterns while introducing some colour. For her, this Dickins & Jones jumper adds a touch of burnt red while the CC sweater proves grey can be fun.

Modern Update

A modern cut and cool touches bring this look up to date…

 For him, this Peter Werth cardigan mixes blues for a frosty approach while the Howick cardigan criss-crosses red and navy over grey for a bolder look. For her, this Linea Weekend wrap is amazing for keeping warm on those winter nights and these Therapy mittens are fun and quirky to liven up your outerwear.

Little Knits

This trend works for the whole family so you can stock up on stylish knits for the children too…

 Esprit has opted to create a girly pink fairisle pattern with this knitted dress and pom pom hat for the girls, and Benetton has created a gorgeous navy cardigan for the boys. Perfect for layering up when they’re playing in the snow!

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Winter is quickly closing in on us, and it’s that time again to look for the perfect winter warming coat for the season. A huge hit for A/W 11 is the parka coat, which is sensibly lined and thick enough to ward off the cold, but also stylishly chic to wear over your winter outfit.

Parka’s come in a range of styles and colours to suit anyone’s needs. Ranging from classic black to on-trend khaki, in short hip-grazing jackets to knee-touching coats, everyone can find their ideal parka!

Here are some of our favourites to help you discover your perfect parka :

Firetrap take their khaki parka to the next level by mixing fabrics and creating a statement collar, while Vila keep their parka a classic marine blue and clinch in the waist. Windsmoor opt for a modern grey twist with a ruched neck, which is great for adding a splash of colour with a scarf detail.

Dress you parka in style with a faux fur scarf or snood. Go for a natural look with this Ollie & Nic collar, or pick a luxe option with this French Connection shaggy snood. If scarves are more up your street, this Phase Eight twist scarf simply oozes elegance.

Are chunky cable knit scarves more your thing? Go for bright statement pieces like this red Therapy scarf or this deep purple Dickins & Jones bobble knit snood. If you prefer natural tones, this Linea Weekend pom-pom scarf adds a touch of interest to your outerwear outfit.

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It’s that time of year again, purses at the ready and fisty cuffs polished off, the House of Fraser 2 Day Brand Event is finally here.

Don’t feel quite up to facing the crowds? Check out our best picks from across our Womens, Beauty and Accessories collections, make your selection, then hop online and either pick up instore or enjoy free delivery with orders over £50!

Play dress up courtesy of Phase Eight, was £99 now £79.20, Biba, was £135 now £81 and JS Collections, was £160 now £96.

Make like Claudia Schiffer and don the coveted MiH Marrakesh jean, was £155 now £124, think investment piece, these look great dressed up or down. Team with this super cute Therapy shirt, was £35 now £21, and Love Moschino bag, was £135 now £94.50, for an easy daytime look.

Getting ready to jet set your way through summer?  Our brand event is a great opportunity to stock up on holiday must haves.  Take inspiration from the TOWIE crowd and stand out in this Ted Baker swimsuit, was £65 now £58.50, and killer Carvela heels, was £120 now £96.

In need of some well deserved pampering?  Coat yourself in luxury with favoured products from Creme de la Mer, was £167 now £150.30, and Molton Brown, was £15 now £13.50.  Want an easy way to glow in the summer but don’t want to overload your skin? Bobbi Brown’s tinted moisturiser, was £27 now £24.30, is great for an even skintone on hot days, and with an SPF 15 who could resist?

Calling all make up addicts, the Urban Decay Naked palette is back.  Having sold out almost everywhere and with 10% off for two days only,was £32 now £28.80, there’s no excuse not to stock up.  Need a new signature scent, or fancy adding a dash of colour to your ensemble?  Lola by Marc Jacobs, was £47 now £42.30, is an absolute must-have, not least because the bottle doubles up as a great table arrangement! Get style at your fingertips with our exclusive Deborah Lippmann nail polish collection, was £14 now £12.60, in colours to suit every mood.

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Corselette, £35, Therapy

This gorgeous corselette from Therapy is almost too good to be hidden under your clothes. We adore the vintage styling and the divine floral print. You may have spotted this beauty in Look magazine as it’s already a major hit with the press pack, and it’s easy to see why… Not only does it create an incredible silhouette but this corselette will make you feel like a Hollywood starlet. So grab those seamed stocking, a pot of rouge and prepare to smoulder like the femme fatale you know you are.

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Images left to right: St George’s cross t-shirt £20.00, Are you game? t-shirt £18.00, Out of your league t-shirt £18.00, all by Therapy.

Whether you’re a footie fan, a wannabe WAG or a football hater you’ll be powerless to resist the allure and hype of the  World Cup. There is something bizarrely intoxicating about the World Cup, where girly girls start drinking pints and cheering, and former football phobics starting quoting the offside rule.

If you’re still a little nervous about immersing yourself in all things football then dabble with a spot of footie fashion. These fab cheeky tees from Therapy at House of Fraser are perfect for those who don’t wish to sacrifice their style for the sake of sport.

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Silk butterfly one shoulder dress, £70, Oasis

There are some key pieces which you’ll need to get through the summer season, here are our top picks of what to get now and wear right through until Autumn. Before we get started we just had to show you Oasis’ gorgeous butterfly dress pictured above, this dress is perfect for summer parties and nights out, the one shoulder style is a key trend as is the ruffle detail and oriental print. This is a summer must.

The maxi dress

Left to right: Paisley maxi dress, £40, Therapy, Maxi vest dress, £35, Oasis, Handkerchief maxi dress, £45, Warehouse.

Why does the maxi dress continue to dominate the summer high street? The answer is two fold, one because they look great and two because they are incredibly practical. You can wear it on cooler days to keep you a little warmer and then it looks equally stunning on the beach.

The playsuit

Left to right: Ditsy ruffle collar playsuit, £45, Warehouse, African printed playsuit, £45, Oasis, Frill playsuit, £32, Therapy.

Love dresses and shorts? Well now you can combine both your loves in one. The playsuit is the answer to all those “what-to-wear” moments. Wear it casually with flats or in party mode with heels, the playsuit is the ultimate wardrobe hero.

The tropical tee

Left to right: Palm tree t-shirt, £18, Therapy, Palm print graphic vest, £20, Warehouse, Palm tree embellished vest, £25, Oasis.

Bring the exotic to your look with a fabulous palm tree t-shirt. It’s perfect teamed with shorts and flip flops or over a bikini on the beach. We love the retro Miami feel of the palm tree print.

The cork shoe

Left to right: Hibiscus cork platform, £140, KG, Kungfu cork platform, £95, Carvela, Bigbaby platform, £85, Nine West.

There are two hot shoe trends this summer, the wooden clog and the cork platform. We are particularly loving the cork platform purely because it’s more comfortable and easier to walk in. Plus once you’ve bought a pair you’re guaranteed to wear them all season.

The statement necklace

Left to right: Glamstock ethnic disc choker, £18, Oasis, Coloured ethnic necklace, £85, Stefanel, Turquoise stone long necklace, £110, Angie Gooderham

Add some drama to your summer look with an ethnic inspired necklace, the bigger the better A statement necklace is a great way to update jeans and a vest top or to dress up a maxi dress. Go for bold colours and unusual detailing.

The pouch bag

Left to right: Placed stud mini bag, £165, Karen Millen, Leather studded duffle bag, £45, Warehouse, Pageant Princess denim pouch, £19, Therapy

Every season there is an ‘it’ bag shape, and this summer it’s the turn of the pouch. A studded across body bag is the bag to be seen with. It helps that it’s mighty handy, small enough to take on a night out, big enough to hoard your life in.

The wing tip sunglasses

Left to right: Zeli wing oval sunglasses, £220, Dior, Retro wing oval sunglasses, £99, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Retro oval wing sunglasses, £115, D&G.

For the hottest sunnies this summer you need to go retro. Wing shape sunglasses are the shape to be seen in. Go for tortoiseshell or opaque black for a 1950s inspired look. It’s an easy way to earn style points as these are seriously on trend.

Your summer wardrobe: Sorted is a post from: House of Fraser Blog

The sun is out! That means it’s time to get the summer wardrobe ready, and the maxi dress continues to be the hottest dress shape for summer. Why do we love it? Well, let us tell you, it’s because it’s super flattering, hides a multitude of sins, and is perfect for the beach or city. Pair with metallic sandals for the day and towering wedges for the evening, dress up with chunky jewellery or down with a buttersoft hobo bag. Yes, the maxi is everything y0u could ever wish for in a dress and more, we are particularly loving this Therapy number… now if the sun can just stay out until the weekend…

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If you want to know what shade you should be wearing this season, then it has to be nude. Neutral, off white, blush, peach, cream and pink… all these shades make up the nude palette.

Chiffon Grecian dress, £65, Lipsy. Sleeveless ruffle dress, £40, Vero Moda. Rosalind prom dress, £35, Oasis.

The Spring/Summer 2010 catwalks were awash with these stunning shades of Barely There. From the draped dresses of Lanvin to the stone chino shorts at Chloe. The muted colour palette is a delicate love affair for all women. Whether strong silhouettes are your thing, or if you prefer soft and graceful, the Barely There trend lends itself perfectly to both.

For those with very pale skin, a pinker tone is perfection as this will warm the skin. If nudes are just to pale for you why not dabble with a softly coloured accessory or shoe? This collection of shades work beautifully together so don’t be afraid to layer up different variations and textures of this trend, for it will leave you with a fashionable yet chic look.

Belted trench coat, £370, MaxMara Studio. Bonfire peep toe shoe, £85, Nine West. Rodeo Rocka large hobo bag, £29, Therapy.

Barely There will earn you serious style points.

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Floral skater dress, £25.00, Therapy

So pretty, so pretty! We adore this skater dress from Therapy. The country garden florals are right on trend for Spring/Summer 2010, and the skater style flatters every figure. We’ll be pairing this with thick navy tights and ankle boots (or UGG boots depending upon the bizarre weather) for now. But come summer we’ll wear this one with towering wooden wedges or clogs for serious catwalk inspired style. This is perfect for adding some spring time into these very wintery days.

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Images left to right: D&G AW09, Belle prom dress, £35, Therapy.

Spot the difference: Brocade is a hot trend right now as the D&G dress on the left will testify. The dress on the right is by Therapy and costs an amazing £35. A brocade party dress is the best way to work a cocktail length whilst still making a serious style statement. Pair with hot-to-trot towering ankle boots to add a toughened edge. Hold back on accessories but place a chic black bow in your hair for a playful twist. Your style muse is Alexa Chung meets Marie Antoinette, so think grandeur, elegance and quirky style.

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