November 2008

Leopard print is hugely popular this season, and Laura Ashley have lots of it. If you've never worn animal print before, now's the perfect time!

The Leopard Print Wrap Dress uses the print in a subtle manner to achieve a sophisticated look. The Leopard Print Shirt Dress is more casual and will look cute with tights and boots.

We also have brightly coloured casual Leopard Print Jumpers, which are perfect over a pair of jeans for the more daring ladies.

We've had cover-ups, now Laura Ashley introduces magnificent jewellery and accessories to accompany your beautiful dresses to the ball.

The Diamante Necklace and Bracelet are simple, yet glitzy enough to wear with the more extravagant dresses.

The sophisticated Velvet Clutch and the Beaded Clutch bags go perfectly with any of our black evening dresses.

That's right ladies, we have yet more dresses for you to choose from for the party season, you'll be spoilt for choice!

The Silk Chiffon Grecian Gown made from beautiful silk, will leave you looking like an elegant Grecian princess. The Devore Evening Dress blended with silk, provides a more sophisticated look.

The Beaded Waist Wrap Dress is perfect for both day and eveningwear. Get noticed in the Red Empire Line Shift Dress, which is beautifully fitted for all shapes.

And Laura Ashley dresses are wonderfully timeless, so they're investment pieces that can be worn for seasons to come.

Welcome to winter, its time to wrap up warm and show off your gorgeous and stylish coats. These cute seasonal coats offer warmth and comfort for any occasion this winter.

Winter's finally here. It may be freezing cold, but Laura Ashley's outfits are sure to warm you up. Our Winter story is very casual yet colourful. We've combined classic beautiful bird prints with on trend leopard prints using a colour palette of blacks, greys, turquoises and purples.

The Bird print Cardigan teams perfectly with the Double Pleat Cord Skirt, very pretty yet casual.

The Leopard Print Cardigan with pearl buttons worn with the Mink Textured Straight Leg Trousers allows you to be a little adventurous with the prints, but still maintain an elegant look.

Laura Ashley's jumpers are more than just items to keep you warm. We have a huge selection, in different colours and yarns and they are light enough to wear in autumn as the perfect accompaniment to many outfits.

The Cowl Neck Jumper is made from merino and cashmere; how can you resist something so soft! The Short Sleeve Jumper with a pretty frill front and in an intense kingfisher blue colour, is a statement piece in itself and is special enough to even wear out to dinner!

The Dip Dyed Cowl Neck Jumpers in Damson and forest green are very trendy and aimed at the more adventurous. These can be worn over a pair of jeans or with a pair of leggings as a dress; versatile, yet very fashionable. As you can see, jumpers don't have to be boring.

This month sees the launch of Laura Ashley's Enchanted Woodland Collection, which is inspired by autumn woodlands colours. There are many textured pieces sitting with a rich colour palette of mossy, grassy green tones combined with earthy browns, kingfisher blues and purples. The Check Skirt teamed with the Purple Organic Cotton Rib Top looks very pretty yet comfortable and casual.

And complete the look with the Elf Green Pea Coat, which is classic, yet also stylish. There are also formal pieces too such as the Climbing Sweetpea Dress. It is an elegant feminine prom shape with a beautiful sweetpea floral print and is made from pure silk; guaranteed to make you feel truly special.

Laura Ashley have a wide variety in their gorgeous nightwear collection, you'll be spoilt for choice! There are pieces to suit everyone, whether you're just after a comfortable night's sleep or something to simply look pretty in around the house!

The Pink Printed Silk Blended Pyjama Set feels gorgeous on the skin and guarantees a good night's sleep. And the Black Dobby Spot Set is casual, yet pretty to lounge around the home in. Dressing up doesn't have to be for when you're going out ladies!

Here are some ideas from Laura Ashley as to the perfect look for autumn - complete from head to toe!

The Moleskin Sailor Skirt teamed with the Forest Green Frill Front Cardigan is very cute, yet pretty.

The Brown Leather Riding Boots will complete the outfit but don't forget your angora blend striped socks to keep your feet warm.

The Chunky Popcorn Knitted Scarf and the Brown Leather Slouchy Tote Bag will add the finishing touches!

It's that time of year again, when everyone's talking about the latest catwalk trends. Laura Ashley has many trendy and stylish fashion pieces that will leave you feeling like a model on a runway! The Pleated Sleeve Silk Blouse, worn with the Black High Waisted Pencil Skirt,

and the Pearl Necklace is a sophisticated look that is suitable for both work and parties. The Black Origami Shift Dress is a classic Audrey Hepburn-esque shape, which shows off your curves. And the interesting Origami detail on the neck injects pizzazz to update a dress, which would otherwise be seen as just a simple shift dress. You don't have to shop Designer to look and feel a million pounds!

It seems summer is over. Time to bring out the Coats. Well to cheer you ladies up, Laura Ashley has come up with some beautiful fashion coats to make you feel warm and special in. So it's not all bad! For rainy days, we have a stylish Mac, which is skirted to give a completely feminine look to a raincoat. And in a chanterelle cream colour, it'll go with practically everything in your wardrobe. The Belted Jacket with pockets is for those of you who prefer the more casual, practical look. And again in a versatile colour such as black, it's bound to go with everything!

This season's Homespun fashion story is inspired by simple country life, using clean, subdued, delicate patterns and details, to achieve a warm, rustic feel. It's all about simple garments, which still retain a hint of femininity through pretty trims. The Clover Print Bib Front Shirt or the Cottage Floral blouse worn with the Navy Padstow Trousers and the Embossed Brown Leather belt achieve a casual, comfortable look.

We also have chambray-weave cotton garments that are very comfortable and easy to maintain such as the Chambray Blazer with it's pretty check lining and also the Chambray Shirtdress.

Britain can be just as beautiful and relaxing for those of you simply wish to stay closer to home! And we have cornflower blues, creamy beiges with hints of fresh, luscious greens that epitomise our picturesque landscapes. The Open Neck Front Women's Blouse teamed with the Country Daisy Skirt is a pretty, yet casual outfit.

Or try the Padstow Crop trousers with the Sprig Print Cap Sleeve Top, perfect for both a quiet stroll in the country, or something more active such as cycling!

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Highlights

Cashmere V-neck Cardigan
A beautifully soft, luxurious choice for the season, this cashmere jumper features a deep v-neckline, gently gathered shoulders, pretty pink pearl buttons, buttoned cuffs and a satin waist tie. 100% cashmere.
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