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This week’s best buys from the highstreet: This black dress with gold and silver pattern is perfect for day to nightwear and works brilliantly by coloured tights. €175 from French Connection.

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Bertie boots

Up, up, and over the knee! However, keep them flat, like this suede pair by Bertie, €195 at House of Fraser, to avoid any "street" connotations.
Vivienne Westwood wallet

Patent textured leather and the signature metal orb are what makes this Vivienne Westwood wallet, stg£90 at http://www.viviennewestwoodonline.com, so appealing.
Costelloe&Costelloe bag

This aubergine bag, at Costelloe and Costelloe, is a great way to tap into the steady trend for this season's ruffles.
Rupert Sanderson boots

With the stacked heel and weathered leather, the 1970s are certain inspiration for these Rupert Sanderson boots, £795, at Brown Thomas.
Prada bag

Ruffles were a key part of the Prada A/W show - dip into the look with this leather bag from the brand, £1,200, at Brown Thomas.
Pied a Terre

Riding boots hit the trend for this season's country style - and this pair from Pied a Terre, about Û290, at House of Fraser, will age beautifully.
Peruzzi Brooch

Pin your pashmina or just update a plain jumper with this graphic rose brooch, £25 at Peruzzi.
Oilily Umbrella

Shelter yourself from the rain, and brighten up your day at the same time with this floral Oilily umbrella, £44.90.
Miu Miu Boot

Tuck a pair of skinny jeans into these striking patent Miu Miu boots, £495 at net-a-porter, to lift the tone of your outfit.
Lara Bohinc bag

There's a current craze for bags with chain handles - and this grey Lara Bohinc version with metal detailing, £965 at Seagreen, is one of the best.
Jimmy Choo stilettos

These T-bar Jimmy Choo stilettos, £455, at Brown Thomas will give a beautifully girly when matched with a sweet lightweight dress.
Hobbs Bag

This patent leather, mustard Hobbs tote, about £320, is so roomy, making it a great bag for everyday use.
Accessorize cuff

The gold stiff weave of this Accessorize cuff, €30, sets off the green bead embellishment beautifully
All Saints bag

Satin, beading and oversize jewels combine to make this All Saints clutch, €135, a great piece to lift a plain outfit
Pretty Bloch flats

Run, skip and jump down the street in these comfortable and pretty Bloch flats, €149, at Seagreen
Aspinal vanity case

Channel the glamorous era of flying - even if you are going Ryanair - with the beautiful Aspinal vanity case, about €300
D&G shoes

Put a spring in your step with these D & G sunshine yellow satin heels, about €270 at Cruise
Tommy Hilfiger watch

Brushed gold tones and a white leather strap make this Tommy Hilfiger watch, €165, a smart way to keep time