Picks of the Week: Mr.Porter

It's been a long week for some reason, but I'm looking forward to doing my Look of the Week tomorrow; it's becoming the highlight of my week to be honest!  Anyway, as I'm sure many of you have noticed a lot of the magazines, shops and general advertisement have turned from summer linen vibes to layers, coats and winter accessories which can only mean that autumn is on it's way and it is definitely time to start thinking of your winter wardrobe.  Albeit, summer isn't over yet but, here's a few items to get your brain thinking about some winter styles.

Top left is a colour-block bonded-jersey sweatshirt from Neil Barrett, if you read my blog last week you'd have discovered that I have an obsession at the moment with panelled or printed loopback jersey sweaters and this one is no exception.  It also mixes textures and fabrics, and the layering is actual overlapping of material, it's not sewn together.  Super contemporary, I love it.  Wear it with black skinny jeans and colourful flyknit racers.

Top right is a leather pouch from Comme Des Garçons.  Measuring 9" by 6" its the ideal size to chuck your phone, wallet, documents, keys and whatever else your carrying into and keep safe.  If you're like me you hate having things in your pockets, especially when you're wearing a slim fit suit, tailored chinos or skinny jeans, things in your pockets look like ridiculous bulges and are uncomfortable.  This pouch won't be for everyone and some may see it as feminine, but take it as you like, guys all over Pitti Uomo had these this year and expect to see them in the hands of stylish gents at January shows in 2014.

So, in the middle left we have a beautiful Masion Kitsuné quilted wool-blend peacoat in a bold blue.  The peacoat is an absolute classic and everyman should own one, this one is the contemporary classic.  the cut is slim and the blue and white contrast anchor its nautical heritage.  With its quilted lining on the inside this coat will see you through the harshest of winter months.  If you think the colour is too bold, go for a navy from Burberry or Belstaff which is a failsafe option.  Wear it with your favourite jeans and brogues.

Middle right we have the SLo6 leather sneakers from Saint Laurent.  I've been looking down at my poor canvas Jack Purcell's all scuffed and torn from the summer antics and thinking "I need new trainers for the winter".  The only option is to go with leather ones, obviously, canvas will last you 5 minutes in the rain before you feel like you're walking round with two sponges on your feet.  This pair from Saint Laurent hark back to the classic tennis shoe with its simple aesthetic and sleek silhouette, what more do you want from a sneaker.  Wear them dark jeans and a t-shirt and bomber jacket.

Bottom left is a pair of slim-fit printed cotton-blend jeans form Balenciaga.  These jeans are awesome, look at them!  I've said it before and I'll say it again, printed trousers are going to be huge next year, so get yourself a pair now, don't be a follower be a leader.  This monochrome pair are very bold, but if you're going to start somewhere start with a subtle black and white look.  You can dress these up or down really, with a velvet black blazer, white shirt and slippers or a with a pair of black common projects sneakers, back t-shirt and dark denim jacket.

Finally, I have another Saint Laurent product for you, this stripped cotton wool-blend sweater.  Nothing but pure quality and luxury from the Parisian design house with this classic breton stripe jumper.  This is one of those jumpers that will last you for years and never go out of fashion, its a solid investment.  Wear it on the weekend or to the cinema for a cool casual look.