Autumn comes to us for a very short period, but it is one of the most fashionable times of the year. This year, we have all witnessed extraordinary fashion ideas from high-end designers to street-style fashion worldwide. The autumn fashion colours, this season, are influenced by the '70s style earthy tone. Do not miss the chance to add some golden yellow, burnt mustard, emerald green, and neutral tones of brown to your shopping list.

Keeping in mind our traditional outfits, shalwar kameez and saris, you can try different looks to add some characters to your quintessential style. Make a statement by adding a long overcoat on top of your sari or a funky cape over your printed shalwar kameez — you never know what brings out the inner Bella Hadid in you!

A good, tailored trench coat with a belt looks great on silhouettes and printed fabrics. The classic trench coats are corseted and patchworked insert, even though the outer part looks oversized.

Oversize garments have been in fashion for quite some time now and the best part is you can accessorise it with different belts to give it a shape. Bollywood fashion divas Sonam Kapor and Kangana Ranaut are often seen in local handloom saris with monochrome trench coats.

Photo: Sumaya Khan Couture

There are many locally produced handloom cotton saris available in Dhaka. You may purchase them online or visit shops like Aarong, Aranya, and Friendship Colours of the Chars for some beautiful autumn sari shopping. These saris are handmade by Bangladeshi artists and you can wear them for decades. While sustainable consumption is yet to become mainstream, there are many customers who understand and value such quality products.

Garments that can be worn in various ways will be huge this season. Co-ordinated sets and blazers have been in fashion for the last couple of years and autumn is the correct time to wear them at your office; just remember to pick the colours wisely.

Many of you want to stay fashionable in autumn but fear the hassle of laying the outfits. Grab your thinnest pashmina, a longline shrug, or even a long coat to complete your look. Do not fear layering your attires, you can easily remove your coat, cape or shrug, and carry your scarf over your outfit.

Make an effort to layer it properly, wear the right kind of jewellery. Your look is not complete without the perfect pair of footwear. This autumn pair your outfits with ankle length boots or your favourite sneakers.

It is the time you need extra care for your skin. Less is more when it comes to makeup during autumn season. Wear a dark shade of lips such as maroon or keep it simple with just wearing kohl on your eyes. Whatever you wear, however you carry your autumn look – remember to keep it stylish!