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Autumn Style, Your Way

Autumn’s here – and it’s your time to shine in cosy layers and curve-flattering styles. At LJ’s Fashion, we believe great style has no size. That’s why our new collection is all about comfort, confidence, and clothes that truly fit.

Here are three easy tips to elevate your autumn wardrobe:

Layer Smart – Think lightweight roll necks under coats or cardis for warmth without bulk.

Play with Texture – Mix chunky knits, soft wool, and faux leather for depth and style.

Define Your Shape – opt for belted coats or wrap styles to highlight your waist beautifully.

Ready to feel amazing in every outfit? Let’s get into it.

Rich Textures

Cosy up to the season’s most stylish materials. From soft knits to luxe suede alternatives, these textures are taking over fall wardrobes everywhere. Here are our top picks for materials that combine comfort and fashion flawlessly!

Our top material choices:

• Faux Suede – Boots are a must this autumn season!
• Ribbed Knits – Trendy and no sacrifice on comfort!
• Cardigans – Layers are the key to elevating that style!

Earthy Tones

Think stone, olive, Tan, and deep berry. These warm hues not only feel seasonal but also beautifully complement all body types. Your autumn wardrobe is about to get a serious upgrade, so tune in!

Our most popular colours:

• ‘Mulberry’ – The new Red wine with an autumn twist! To view the item shown, click here.
• ‘Camel’ – Think Tan, beige and stone! To view the item shown, click here.
• ‘Olive’ – a rich deviation from green! To view the item shown, click here.

Make a statement this autumn!

Statement Accessories

The right accessories can transform any outfit – from casual to chic in seconds. This season, it’s all about bold choices, timeless touches, and a little sparkle. Here are our top accessory picks to elevate your fall look!

• Oversized Scarves – Cosy, stylish, and perfect for layering!
• Chunky necklaces – Make a statement without saying a word.
• Structured Handbags – Classic shapes with modern flair.

Quality Over Trendy

Fast fashion comes and goes – but the right pieces stay with you. We focus on thoughtful design, flattering fits, and comfort that lasts. These are the autumn staples you’ll reach for again and again:

• Our Blazers – Tailored with Structure and subtle stretch for an effortlessly polished look.
• Our Trousers – Clean lines, a comfortable fit, and easy to style from weekday to weekend.
• Our Jumpers – Soft-touch knits that hold their shape and drape beautifully — are never clingy.

Because when quality comes first, style naturally follows.

Layered Luxury, Redefined

3-Step Layering Guide: From Polished to Perfect

• Start with a Sleek Base – A fitted black top creates a smooth foundation – timeless, flattering, and perfect for layering without bulk. To view the item shown, click here.
• Add Structure with a Blazer – The tailored blazer sharpens the look instantly, offering clean lines and definition, especially over a flowy skirt. To view the item shown, click here.
• Elevate with Texture & Accessories – The leather-look skirt brings depth, while the wide belt cinches the waist beautifully. For extra warmth and polish, layer with a soft scarf. To view the item shown, click here.

Confidence Is The Best Layer

What is the most powerful thing you can wear? Confidence.

Autumn fashion isn’t about hiding – it’s about expressing your style, your shape, and your story.

Try that bold colour. Layer that statement piece. Step into something that feels entirely you.

Because when you feel good in what you’re wearing, it shows – and that’s authentic style.

Developing a personal style that feels authentic to you is a journey of self-expression and discovery. Your wardrobe should not only reflect your tastes and preferences but also embody who you are. Here’s a quick guide to help you create a wardrobe that resonates with your personality so you can feel comfortable and happy in your clothes.

Understanding Your Style

1. Reflect on Your Preferences: Start by identifying the colours, patterns, and styles that you are naturally drawn to. Consider what makes you feel confident and comfortable. If you generally feel comfortable in shades of black but want to eventually branch out, don’t worry—this is just a starting point. You don’t have to immediately go out of your comfort zone; you can start with a Black T-shirt and trousers and build the outfit up.

2. Identify Your Lifestyle Needs:Think about your daily activities and the environments you frequently go to. Your wardrobe should accommodate your lifestyle, whether professional, casual, or a mix of both. For example, if your job is quite active and you’re lifting and bending a lot, maybe you shouldn’t fill your wardrobe with Bardot dresses. Or your day takes you outdoors most of the time, as much as we’d love to be sunning it up in a hot country, if you’re ready for this from the UK, you’re probably going to have to think about some Jumpers.

3. Gather Inspiration:Look through fashion magazines, blogs (cheeky plug, but we happen to have several on this very LJ’s Website), or social media platforms, like our Daily Lives, to gather ideas. Even create a mood board with images that inspire you and reflect your ideal style. Sally loves to play around with outfits, so she often shares pictures of how she’s styled an outfit on our social media pages. Also, our LJ’s VIP page on Facebook has lots of LJ’s Customers sharing their Outfits to inspire you even more.

Building Your Wardrobe

1. Start with Basics: Invest in high-quality basics that form the foundation of your wardrobe. These include classic pieces like Plain Tank Tops like the Toni, a classic white shirt like the Davina, an everyday pair of Katya denim jeans, and black dresses like Reign that can be styled in multiple ways.

2. Add Statement Pieces: Incorporate items that make a statement and reflect your unique personality. This could be a bold jacket, a vibrant scarf, or a pair of standout shoes.

3. Mix and Match: Develop a versatile wardrobe by ensuring your pieces can be mixed and matched. This allows for creativity and flexibility in your outfit choices. For example, the Orlando 2-Piece Set can be an outfit in itself, mixed with another colour of the set, or paired with the trousers with a bodysuit or the top half with some jeans.

Expressing Your Personality

1. Incorporate Accessories: Use accessories to add a personal touch to your outfits. Jewellery, hats, and bags can significantly alter the vibe of your look.

2. Play with Colours and Patterns: Don’t avoid bold colours or interesting patterns if they resonate with you. These can be used to express different aspects of your personality. If you see an animal-print Jacket and you think, “I love that,” then try it! The worst that could happen is that you don’t like it as much, so take it back off and try something else. Or you might just find you’ve taken the plunge, and it looks Fabulous.

3. Stay True to Yourself: Avoid following trends that don’t align with your personal preferences. Fashion is about expressing who you are, not conforming to external expectations. Stiletto Shoes and big gold hoops might be all the rage, but if you’re uncomfortable in heels and your skin tone doesn’t work with gold, there’s no point forcing yourself to do it.

Maintaining Your Wardrobe

1. Regularly Edit and Update: Periodically review your wardrobe to remove items that no longer serve you. This makes space for new pieces that better reflect your evolving style. This is why wardrobe essentials are so important. They mean that when a season changes or your taste changes, you can always grow from that base layer.

2. Stay Open to Change: As you grow and change, so might your fashion tastes. Embrace this evolution and be open to experimenting with new styles. We don’t believe in this. I’m too old for this or too big for that. We think you should wear it if you like it and feel confident.

3. Prioritise Comfort and Confidence: Above all, your clothing should make you feel comfortable and confident. Choose pieces that align with your body type and personal comfort.

By understanding your preferences, building a versatile wardrobe, and expressing your unique personality through fashion, you can develop a genuine personal style. Remember, your style is an extension of yourself, so let it shine authentically.

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, one trend that has gained significant popularity is free size clothing.

This style offers numerous benefits, making it a favourite among fashion enthusiasts and everyday shoppers alike. In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages of free size clothing and why it might be the perfect choice for your wardrobe.

Universality and Versatility

Free size clothing is designed to fit a range of body types and sizes, usually from small to large, and sometimes even extra large. This universality makes it a convenient option for many shoppers. Here are some of the key benefits:

Adaptability

Free size clothing can accommodate fluctuating body shapes, making it a great choice for those whose weight may vary over time. For example our Wrap Dresses, with the elasticated waist and matching tie belts it can fit a range of bodies and still look flattering.

Ease of Shopping: With fewer restrictions on sizing, shopping becomes a less stressful experience. There’s no need to worry about whether a piece will fit once you get it home. Like Jeans, how hard is it usually for find the perfect fitting pair of trousers, then you have to deal with buttons digging in or if you need a belt. All those problems go away with Magic Jeans! Elasticated waist and draw string belt means it can fit a multiple of sizes(or inbetweeney sizes) without trying on a million different pairs.

Inclusivity

By offering items that fit a range of body types, free size clothing promotes body positivity and inclusivity within the fashion industry. No more walking into a high-street shop and feeling defeated that you already know nothing will fit, with free-size, it’s more likely to fit everybody!

Comfort and Style

Another major advantage of free size clothing is the comfort it offers. These garments are typically made from materials that are soft and stretchy, allowing for ease of movement and a relaxed fit.

Breathability

Many free size clothing use a lot of breathable fabrics, making them suitable for various climates – Or menopausal queens, making them comfortable for all-day wear.

Effortless Style

With their often flowy and relaxed designs, free size clothing pieces are effortlessly stylish, offering a chic look without the need for constant adjustments.

Cost-Effective and Sustainable

Free size clothing can also be a more economical and sustainable choice compared to traditional sized clothing.

Reduced Returns: With fewer issues related to sizing, there are often fewer returns, which can save both you as a customer and us as the business time, money & disappointment.

Durability

These garments are often made to withstand regular wear, reducing the need for frequent replacements and thus contributing to a more sustainable wardrobe. Have you tried a Michelle Biker Jacket? Them babies are definitely an all year rounder, an everyday wear and will last you for many years to come.

Timeless Appeal

Free size pieces often feature classic designs that can stand the test of time, like our animal print range, allowing for longevity in your wardrobe and mean you can transition to a new season easier too.

Embracing Personal Style

Finally, free size clothing encourages creativity and personal style. With the flexibility these garments offer, individuals have the freedom to mix and match styles to suit their own unique fashion sense.

Layering Options

Free size clothing can be easily layered with other pieces, offering a versatile way to express your personal style throughout the year, without the worry of if you’re going to be too hot or cold. For example you can easily build from a Toni Tank Top, add on a Crochet Layering Top, Denim Jacket then even a Cape/coat if it gets really code, then you’ve got plenty of layers in case the typical great British weather changes at a drop of a hat.

Accessorizing

The simplicity often found in free size designs provides a perfect canvas for accessorizing, allowing you to add your own flair with jewellery, scarves, and other accessories.

In conclusion, free size clothing offers numerous benefits, from its versatility and comfort to its sustainability and encouragement of personal style. Whether you’re a fashion-forward individual or someone who simply values convenience and comfort, free size clothing can be a wonderful addition to your wardrobe. Embrace this trend and enjoy the freedom it brings to your fashion choices!

For years we’ve been told that black clothing is the best choice when you want to look slimmer.

And although it’s nice to choose on occasions, wearing it all the time can impact your mood.

According to ‘Vogue’ during an interview with Constance Hart – (the colour therapy expert), it was said that “black can feel like a security blanket” but it also has a “depressive quality”. For this reason, she tries to encourage everybody to add a little more colour to their lives (and wardrobe).

Start Small

If black has been your ‘go to’ option for years, then it can feel daunting to jump out of your comfort zone at first. If that’s the case we’d suggest starting small.

Wear your regular black outfit, but try jazzing it up with a colourful blazer. Specifically, one that focuses on bright colours such as red, royal blue or lime green which can give you a real POP.

Once you start to include colour more in your daily fashion choices, we’re confident that the mood boost it gives will make you want to do more.

Switch up the base

Another easy way to transition into a new colour palette is to go for something that’s in the same league as black.

Try switching your regular black leggings to something with a similar undertone.

Charcoal, Chocolate, or navy are all great choices to jump over to if you’re not quite sure what colour to trial out first.

By keeping your colour palette dark at first, you’ll still get the ‘slimming’ effect – but you’ll be venturing into new beginnings. Once you’ve become confident that other colours DO work, start to add more to your range.

Experiment

As the old saying goes, “You don’t know until you try” and the same is true about fashion.

Make the whole process of trialing new colours an adventure. There are no set rules here.

What works for one woman may not work for another.

Try pastels, Try brights – match them together and try them alone. See what works with your skin tone and ultimately which you feel best in.

If you’re not sure what colours will go well together, then why not book one of our personal shopping experiences? We can talk you through what should match so you can feel confident you’re on the right path.

Get the right fit

Ultimately, it’s not the colour of the clothes but the fit that matters.

Wearing leggings that are too tight, or a top that feels too short on the belly is no good.

You’ll instantly find faults in your reflection and no doubt believe that you look awful.

If that’s the case, it’s not that there’s anything wrong with your curvy body. It’s just that you’re wearing clothes that don’t fit you.

Choose trousers and dresses that offer elastication, or tops with tie belts – all of these can help to pull in your unique shape and look more flattering.

Our free-size clothing makes it easier to find items that will fit you.

Simply choose the size bracket that you think you’re in and go for that.

If you need any help, you can get in touch with us!

Once you’ve found clothes that actually fit you, you’ll feel more confident and ready to add some colour!

We want you to feel good, vibrant, and happy with your plus size outfit choices.

Hopefully, this article will help as a starting point – but if you need any help, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for some expert advice.

The best part of clothing is getting to be creative and unique and having fun! Now this is sometimes easier said than done. You can get very comfy in a black top and pair of jeans, and there’s nothing wrong with that! But if the only reason is because you’re worried about pairing outfits and trying new styles for see what suits you, let us try and help.

3 Word Method

The three word method was created by New York fashion stylist Allison Bornstein. This is a simple and easy method to identify your personal style and figure out what your IS and what you WANT it to be. So pick 3 adjectives to describe for example Bold, colourful, comfortable.

Now you’ve figured out your 3 words every time you look at new items you can see if it fits what you’re looking for. So you can look towards items like the Pamela Cardigan

Mimic Looks

Sometimes you need to see an outfit on a body, and sometimes somebody else being brave and trying an outfit you like can give you the confidence to try too, or even the validation that the combination works!

Find some of your favourite influencers or even groups like our LJ’s VIP page to find inspiration, like what to pair with a Rebecca Ruffle Polo . Then things like Pinterest are great for mapping out or exploring ideas. Even just scroll through their Instagram, and try and piece together some outfits from items you already have and replicate their way of styling.

Mood Board It

Places like Pinterest are fantastic for finding styles your love and different colour combos and laying them all out on a virtual mood board. It can be just for you, get inventive and creative put things together you enjoy but might not normally combine and just see how it looks. You might be surprised with what you find.

Step Out Your Comfort Zone

When looking at yourself and your own personal style, you have got to remember, it’s meant to be fun! Clothes are such a big part of your life and you might not even realise it, you have to wear them every day (or get some funny looks), enjoy creating your ensemble.

Even if you try something you don’t like, it’s ok! It’s not permanent and now you’re a little closer to knowing what you DO like.

You can start of small, if you always wear neutral colours, add a patterned scarf. If you wear a lot of black, add a bright coloured top. You can add gradually and piece things together.

And it doesn’t have to cost a fortune, figure out what’s in your wardrobe, start with what are your base items so trusty pair of leggings or jeans, a jacket that goes with most your day looks then where can you add in those pops of your uniqueness and your style and end with a wardrobe you’re proud to own.

Check our LJ’s Ladies Boutique Social Media pages (Faceebook, insta, tiktok, pinterest) and  daily lives for more fashion inspiration & always feel welcome to ask us for ideas or