Autumn Dress Materials: Considering the Best Choices for Your Next Designer Dress

With the changing of the seasons comes the need to edit our wardrobes and possibly swap the lighter fabrics for some thicker, warmer pieces. However, autumn also introduces different events that present the opportunity to wear your finest dresses and make an eye-catching statement. With this in mind, lighter materials such as silk can still be worn to create an elegant, effortless silhouette that doesn’t compromise practicality.

Luxurious, lighter materials can also be layered to keep that designer look, all the while keeping you warm against the chill autumn air. Our timeless designer dresses at Jasper Conran London are a friend for your wardrobe no matter the season; our refined silk dresses can be layered in the winter months, emphasising their wearability through summer and into autumn. Our materials are stylish and durable, providing you with a statement dress that can be worn through the years, and will never go out of style.

In this guide, we will discuss our top picks for autumn, paying attention to their stunning materials and distinctive designs. We will explore how you can prepare your casual and formal wardrobes for autumn, our favourite dresses in the Jasper Conran London collection, and how you can style and wear your lighter dresses to get the most out of them in the winter.

The autumn colour palette involves darker tones such as chocolate, green and orange, with brighter yellow tones still having that seasonal effect. We have a stunning collection of dark, full colour dresses to make a statement on a formal night out or even an elegant choice for an All Hallow’s Eve party. Our Emily pintuck full shirt skirt dress is a gorgeous choice, beautifully constructed with a satin weave cotton blend fabric and half elasticated waist to match comfort with style. Match this dress with our Bee leather scoop shoulder bag to complete the look.

You can also introduce prints to your wardrobe to add a unique touch to your overall autumn style. Our Emma full skirt printed silk wrap dress features an intricately designed choc floral pattern to create a subtle yet seasonal silhouette perfect for visits to art galleries and family get-togethers. This dress is a reimagining of our bestselling Celia dress and also comes complete with a removable belt to suit you.

Warmer fabrics are always a must when it comes to autumn and winter, but even thin materials can be layered with a roll neck or coat to keep you warm. Materials such as velvet and needlecord are not only warming, but they’re a premium, classic choice for more formal dresses that won’t compromise style for comfort. Our new collection of Esme cord full skirt shirt dresses are available just in time for autumn, with their “winter white” design ensuring you are ready for cosy nights with family and friends.

As far as luxurious materials go, velvet is an exemplary choice for making a statement in the colder months. It can make any dress look opulent and classy, and is also a durable option, ensuring your dresses look stunning for longer. Velvet can also be worn throughout the year as formal occasion wear, but is a great choice for autumn as it retains heat. Velvet is soft to touch, ensuring you feel comfortable throughout the day and night.

Our Eve silk-blend velvet shirt dress is a high-end, classic design that comes complete with side pockets and a detachable belt for practicality and comfort. Pair this bag with our Celia leather chain strap evening bag in red to add a pop of colour and to enhance the luxurious nature of the outfit.

For a more casual look, denim is a great choice for an autumn dress. Like velvet, it is durable and warm, and can also make a casual look stand out. Denim dresses are perfect for withstanding the colder months, and can be worn for years due to the capability of the material. Our denim dresses are fashioned from our signature Blythe dresses, and can be worn to lunches with friends and even for autumn days in the office.

Our Ella denim full skirt dress is designed with style, functionality and comfort in mind. It embraces a stylish cotton blend fabric, and can be paired with our green Dahlia camera bag to create an original autumn look. For a similar, less-flared look, our Cyd denim shirt dress is a gorgeous alternative, but still keeps those all-important winter properties of comfort and warmth.

A fabric similar to corduroy, needlecord is more lightweight than its thicker counterpart, making it the perfect alternative for dresses in autumn and winter. Needlecord has finer ribs, so won’t feel as heavy when worn, prioritising comfort and elegance. It is also the ideal material for dresses that can be worn to formal and casual occasions, highlighting the dress’ flexibility and eye-catching design. If you need a dress that will not only keep you cosy, but will look graceful whilst doing so, needlecord is an optimal choice.

Although silk is a lighter material and isn’t as warm as velvet or denim, it doesn’t mean that your silk dresses must be stored away until the sun comes out again. Silk is a gorgeous material that not only feels soft and delicate, but looks refined and classic too. Silk dresses are the perfect evening outfit, especially when attending events such as autumn weddings, formal dinners and parties. To keep warm, silk dresses can be layered with a thick coat when venturing outside to keep the chill away.

We have a wide collection of designer silk dresses and evening dresses here at Jasper Conran London, such as our Edie silk full skirt shirt dress in festive red. When paired with a black heel and our Darcey leather dome cross body bag, you can assemble a contemporary evening outfit perfect for the colder months.

Our choc striped Blythe full skirt shirt dress is perfectly designed for a unique look, and is available in black and blue stripes too. This dress also comes complete with long sleeves to ensure it is winter ready.

The type of dress you choose this autumn depends on your personal style and preferences. You may also need different dresses depending on the weather and any events you are attending, and choosing the perfect autumn colour palette could enhance your look even more. All of our dresses at Jasper Conran London are flexible and practical, and can be worn for a variety of occasions and seasons. They’re a friend for your wardrobe for life, but several factors can affect your choice of dress.

Our gorgeous silk and velvet dresses are perfect for special occasions and autumn parties; their refined qualities and stunning designs will make them stand out from the crowd, and they also come in a range of colours to not only suit autumn, but your personal style too. Our Celia collection is a favourite at Jasper Conran London, available in several colours to help you get the most out of your outfit. Our black Celia silk full skirt shirt dress is timeless and perfect for cosy wine nights in the pub, whereas the yellow alternative can add a pop of colour whilst still sticking with the autumn theme.

Our Eve silk-blend velvet shirt dress is another option for special occasions and parties. If you’re looking for a warmer alternative to silk on a cold November night, our stunning velvet dress is chic and elegant, helping you balance effortless style with comfortableness.

If you’re dedicated to keeping the autumn theme within your wardrobe, colour will be an important factor. Our gorgeous Edie silk full skirt shirt dress comes in a stunning red that can accompany you to parties and gatherings with friends and family. Match this dress with our Celia multi strap bag in red to combine the two festive colours. We also have a vast collection of chocolate dresses perfect for autumn, available in a range of styles and materials. Our classic Blythe full skirt shirt dress in chocolate is the ideal dress for afternoon tea and catch ups with friends, as well as walks through the woods.

As well as choosing a material that will keep you warm, you might want to consider their length too. Maxi and midi dresses with longer sleeves are a popular option in autumn and winter as they provide a little extra warmth, but they are a year-long staple in your wardrobe that can be styled and layered to suit the colder seasons. Our signature Blythe full skirt shirt dresses come complete with long sleeves that can be easily rolled up to suit you, and are available in a range of colours perfect for autumn. Our Blythe in black is a classic choice, and can be paired with our Dahlia camera bag in black to complete the look.

When choosing your next autumn dress, consider the various styles here at Jasper Conran London. From classic full skirt shirt dresses to stunning wrap and A-line dresses, we have your next designer dress amongst our collection. You can browse our full range of designer dresses here.

Here at Jasper Conran London, we have a wide selection of designer bags perfectly designed to not only look good, but to keep all of your essentials safe no matter where you go. Bags can help complete your day and evening looks, and come in various different sizes to suit your dress and the event you are attending. Our new Darcey collection is perfect for autumn, no matter whether you’re running errands, meeting friends for drinks or attending a party. Our Darcey leather hobo bag in tan is practical and durable, providing great interior space for your purse, phone and make up.

If you need a bag more suited to evenings, our Darcey leather double flap cross body bag is a stunning contemporary piece, complete with a detachable strap for greater flexibility. The double flap element is perfect for keeping your belongings safe, ideal for nights out and visits to busy farmers markets.

Although materials such as needlecord, velvet and denim are great insulators and are the quintessential choices for autumn, you may still need to layer up to provide that extra touch of warmth. All of our dresses can be paired with thick jackets and long winter coats when spending time outdoors; for instance, our Esme needlecord full skirt shirt dress would look alluring with a leather jacket and long boots to create a chic and contemporary silhouette.

You can also layer our dresses with clothing items underneath the dresses such as polo necks and turtleneck sweaters. Our black dresses, such as our Emily pintuck full skirt shirt dress, can be paired with a cream or white turtleneck to add extra comfort and style to an already stunning ensemble.

We consider the seasons when designing our dresses, but all collections are perfect all-year-round, allowing you to get the most out of your outfit come rain or shine. We believe in providing modern, chic dresses that will be a friend for your wardrobe, with a broad choice of colours that will make a statement day or night, from winter through to summer.

Each dress is designed with the contemporary, on-the-go woman in mind, with intricate detailing and refined materials that will enhance your wardrobe and match perfectly with different bags, coats and shoes.