Hello, hello, hello, Joanna here from Kings Road, welcoming you to another exciting episode of Style It Live - this post is a replay of our weekly Friday Style It Live Session on Facebook. You can watch the replay on YouTube HERE and join us live every Friday at 5.30pm here Friday night, King's Road HQ: Jo is modelling four outfits, Debbie is manning the camera and the giggle department, and somewhere around minute forty we've fully derailed into whether Bellatrix Lestrange is a good use of Helena Bonham Carter's talents. (Debate rages. We did not resolve it. We did, however, manage to style an entire autumn wardrobe in between tangents, so let's call it a win.) Here's what actually happened, minus the Hogwarts detour, plus the styling tips you came for WATCH THE VIDEO HERE   The brief: gentle autumn, not full hibernation It's been that kind of changeable British week — cardigan at breakfast, sweating by lunch, back in a coat by 4pm — so this week's Style It Live wasn't about the big coats and the proper knits. Those are coming. It was about lightweight layers you can throw on now: the jackets, the gilets, the just-thick-enough jumpers that ease you in before the serious coziness of full winter arrives. Consider it a wardrobe warm-up lap.   Look 1: The Gateway Barrel Jean Start here if you've never worn a barrel-leg jean and are nervous about "volume." The Red Button Caitlyn is the least intimidating version — it moves around the leg but tapers at the ankle, so you get the modern, elongating silhouette without feeling like you're wearing two duvets. Rolled up with trainers now, swapped for boots later — one jean, two seasons. Layered underneath: a crisp white shirt, a cropped roll-neck jumper, and a reversible sherpa jacket that's fooling absolutely no one about being "not waterproof" but is extremely good at looking like it should be. Tip: if a jean is this comfortable, buy it before it sells out. This is not a drill. Multiple people on the livestream already own it and have Opinions. Red Button "Caitlyn" barrel jean (£75)  Tanta reversible sherpa shellie jacket (£110)  Cropped roll-neck knit (£129) Wonders trainers (£49.95) Buy this look Phone: 01525 376788 Email: sales@kingsroadfashions.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 (0)7915 979866     Look 2: Where We Talked About the Secret Brand We can't tell you what it is. We won't tell you what it is. Somewhere between "Voldemort" and "trade secret," this brand has achieved the rare feat of being sold out purely by word of mouth and a strict policy of Not Telling. What we can tell you: the O-shaped barrel jean paired with it (Rafaella Rossi, £159–£179) is the most flattering thing on the rail if you're long-legged, tapering in dramatically at the ankle for a directional, slightly-too-cool-for-school finish. Turn them up over boots and let the camel trim do the talking. Tip: high-waisted, stretchy denim exists now. You are allowed to stop wearing jeans that dig in. This is legally a human right in 2026. Rafaella Rossi barrel/O-shape jeans (£159–£179) Tanta faux-fur quilted jacket (£140) Smith & Soul knit (£99) Wonders boots (£179) Buy this look Phone: 01525 376788 Email: sales@kingsroadfashions.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 (0)7915 979866         Look 3: The "I Have a Meeting and Also a Life" Jacket The In Wear dogtooth check jacket is doing career-and-cocktails in one piece — boxy, swingy, works over everything from jeans to black trousers. Underneath, a silky blouse that can go from desk to dinner without you having to change, which is the entire dream of transitional dressing summed up in one £39.95 top. Tip: gold accessories + pointed pumps instantly "elevate" an outfit — dressmaker code for "looks fancier than the 45 seconds of effort it actually took." Rafaella Rossi crop jeans (£159) In Wear dogtooth check jacket (£149.95) In Wear silky blouse (£39.95) Gold Wonders pumps (£119) Dansk gold jewellery (£35.90 / £59.90) Buy this look Phone: 01525 376788 Email: sales@kingsroadfashions.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 (0)7915 979866   Look 4: The Textured Neutral Proof that "muted season" doesn't have to mean boring: a Neirami fleece jumper with Mama B's new barrel trouser (slightly longer than their classic Biano shape, still with that lovely curved leg). Both in soft grey-black, both entirely huggable, both photographing better in person than on camera — you'll have to trust us on this one. Tip: when everything's the same tonal family, texture does the work colour usually does. Fleece top, jacquard trouser, patent loafer — three different textures, one cohesive look, zero effort to coordinate. Rainkiss coat (£109) Neirami fleece jumper (£135) Mama B "Remma" barrel trousers (£189) Wonders loafers (£159) Buy this look Phone: 01525 376788 Email: sales@kingsroadfashions.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 (0)7915 979866   The moral of the story Autumn dressing doesn't need to be complicated. Pick one good barrel jean, one jacket that can do double duty, one soft knit, and let texture and tone do the rest. Also, apparently, book a Harry Potter re-read for maximum entertainment while you shop. Come find the full range in-store (it always lands there first), or WhatsApp us — save the King's Road number, tell us your look number and size, and we'll sort the rest. See you next Friday. Bring your opinions on Look 3 vs Look 4. The comments section is already split and we're here for it. We’re moving more of our messages over to WhatsApp, where it’s much easier for us to keep everything together. Save 07915979866 to your phone and send us a message if you’d like us to check a size, find a particular item or make you a little personalised styling video. We’re back, we’ve missed you, and yes, we’re still slightly crazy! Love,Kings Road Fashions  SHOP NEW ARRIVALS ____ Stay Connected:Follow Kings Road Fashions on Instagram and Facebook for daily boutique style inspiration and join us for Style It Live sessions on Facebook, every Friday 5.30pm. 💌 Sign up to our newsletter for exclusive previews + 10% off your first order ••• FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE   Our Boutique: Leighton Buzzard Boutique 7 Peacock Mews Leighton Buzzard LU7 1JH Hours: Tue -Sat: 9.30am - 5.00pm Sun - Mon: Closed Telephone: 01525 376788

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Hello, hello, hello, Joanna here from Kings Road, welcoming you to another exciting episode of Style It Live - this post is a replay of our weekly Friday Style It Live Session on Facebook. You can watch the replay on YouTube HERE and join us live every Friday at 5.30pm here There’s a new name at Kings Road Fashions, and we’re rather excited to introduce you to it. Say hello to Smith & Soul, our brand-new AW26 arrival. It’s a German brand with a wonderfully relaxed, contemporary feel - think beautiful fabrics, clever little details and clothes that are incredibly easy to wear. And because we’re only just edging our way out of summer, it’s the perfect collection for this slightly awkward bit between seasons when you don't quite know whether to reach for sandals or knitwear! WATCH THE VIDEO HERE   Chocolate Brown Is Having a Moment If you’ve been anywhere near a fashion magazine lately, you’ll know that chocolate brown is having a very big moment for AW26. Smith & Soul has embraced it beautifully, but rather than making it feel heavy or overly autumnal, they’ve mixed it with soft pinks, creams, blues, olive and toffee. Our favourite styling trick? Try chocolate brown with pink for an instant lift, or pair it with denim for something wonderfully easy. Brown and blue might not have been an obvious combination once upon a time, but trust us — it works.     Start With Denim One of the easiest ways to introduce Smith & Soul into your wardrobe is with denim. The oversized, boxy denim jacket is a particular favourite, with its gorgeous chocolate embroidery and lovely swing shape. Throw it over a T-shirt now, then layer it over a knit or shirt when the weather cools. And don't forget the brown denim — a soft barrel shape looks fabulous with the collection's chocolate stripes and pinks. Styling tip: if you're wearing a wider-leg or barrel-shaped trouser, try a top that finishes around the waist or hip to keep your proportions balanced.           The Art of Layering The beauty of Smith & Soul is that so many of the pieces can be worn in layers. The little boxy T-shirts work beautifully underneath jackets, while the lightweight shirts can be worn buttoned up, open over a simple top or tucked into trousers. Then there are the soft cape-style knits, perfect for the transition into autumn. Wear one now with nothing underneath, then add a long-sleeved T-shirt when the temperature drops. It's practical, but still looks beautifully put together.     Don't Be Afraid of Colour We absolutely love the pink, blue and olive combinations running through the collection. If your wardrobe is usually more neutral, don't feel you need to suddenly become a walking rainbow. Start small. A soft pink sweatshirt with chocolate denim is an easy introduction, while a blue-and-pink striped top looks gorgeous with white jeans now and darker denim later. Pick one colour from a patterned piece and repeat it somewhere else in your outfit -  it instantly makes everything look more considered.     The Pieces You'll Keep Wearing And then there are the investment pieces - beautifully soft knitwear, relaxed trousers and a gorgeous oat-milk coloured coat that looks equally good with jeans or something smarter. That's what we particularly love about Smith & Soul: nothing feels too precious or too complicated. These are clothes that are designed to live in your wardrobe and work hard for you. Wear them now, layer them later and mix them with the pieces you already own. If you're ready to dip a toe into AW26, Smith & Soul is a very good place to start. Come into Kings Road Fashions and have a play with the collection, or browse online from the comfort of your sofa. And if you need a little help deciding what works with what, you know where we are! We’re moving more of our messages over to WhatsApp, where it’s much easier for us to keep everything together. Save 07915 979 866 to your phone and send us a message if you’d like us to check a size, find a particular item or make you a little personalised styling video. We’re back, we’ve missed you, and yes, we’re still slightly crazy! Love,Kings Road Fashions  SHOP SMITH & SOUL HERE ____ Stay Connected:Follow Kings Road Fashions on Instagram and Facebook for daily boutique style inspiration and join us for Style It Live sessions on Facebook, every Friday 5.30pm. 💌 Sign up to our newsletter for exclusive previews + 10% off your first order ••• FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE   Our Boutique: Leighton Buzzard Boutique 7 Peacock Mews Leighton Buzzard LU7 1JH Hours: Tue -Sat: 9.30am - 5.00pm Sun - Mon: Closed Telephone: 01525 376788