It’s that time of year again. The weather is cooling down, parties are being planned, and we’re shifting our wardrobes to more muted colours, soft suedes and cosy knits. There’s a reason autumn and winter are the favourite seasons of many, and the changeover from the light and bright clothes of summer into layers and chunky boots plays a big part in the excitement that people feel for this time of year. STYLE Edit: Hermès AW20 women’s silk collection is anything but boring While there may be fewer occasions to go out and get glammed up during these difficult times, there are still opportunities to impress. And nothing is more motivating than finding a classic piece that rounds out your outfit, or a bold one around which you can create a whole look. This season, Hermès is giving us something to dress up for. Its new collection of ankle boots, trainers and pumps for men and women features contemporary silhouettes in a wealth of luxurious materials that elevate your winter shoe style. In the men’s collection, three ankle boots are offered in various combinations of calfskin, suede and shearling. The boot in suede calfskin bears a lug sole, removable strap and a coloured lace for a trekking style in classic Hermès boot making tradition. The men’s collection also carries a sleek derby on top of a sturdy, durable rubber lug sole, and two models of trainers: a mottled technical canvas and suede goatskin sneaker with a lightweight sole and vamp, and another timeless model in Epsom calfskin with a monochrome style – perfect for the dressed down, but still fashionable look. You won’t believe Nita and Shloka Ambani’s epic handbag collection STYLE Edit: How the Celine 16 became a Parisian fashion staple Not to be outdone, the women’s collection ups the ante with a pump in suede goatskin with a jewel heel in handworked metal, inspired by the brand’s Chaîne d’Ancre or anchor chain motif. In a crossover from the jewellery universe, the mule is decorated with a Hapi buckle and swathed in velvet. In the boots selection, the collection offers four distinctive styles, from an urban Wellington that combines coated canvas, calfskin leather and a rubber lug sole, to a heritage calfskin boot underlined by a Kelly clasp. The suede ankle boot has a graphic line and colourblock effect with a matt lacquered heel, while the calfskin ankle boot has a contrasting heel in strips of metal and leather, creating a play on reflections and transparency. 5 luxury accessories to spoil your pet with – like Priyanka Chopra As is the standard for Hermès, all of their pieces have been carefully crafted by masters who understand the quality demanded from them. These definitive styles are sure to catch the eye of the most fashion forward and will find a place in their wardrobe for seasons to come. Want more stories like this? Sign up here . Follow STYLE on Facebook , Instagram , YouTube and Twitter .