This autumn's must-have accessories to give your style character

Autumn is the season when textures, colours and shapes come alive. To give a simple outfit personality, fashion magazines highlight the role of accessories – from hats to belts and jewellery.

Hats and scarves

In autumn, your hat needs character – it becomes a real style statement. This season, elegant pillbox hats are in fashion, as are warm trapper hats in fur or croc-print materials.

Scarves aren't just about warmth any more either – they've become part of the outfit itself. You can wear one as a collar or as a headscarf. Long, flowing, fringed scarves bring movement and a touch of luxury to your look.

Bags and belts: from exotic faux leathers to retro

This autumn, your bag becomes a real adventure – the bolder, the better. Neutral-toned bags with snake print or exotic leather textures are in fashion. Unusual shapes are popular too, such as cage-style bags or bags with soft toys as an accent, which bring a playful, light touch to your everyday look.

Noughties classics are back as well – styles like the Chloé Paddington and the Fendi Baguette are getting a new lease of life. Architectural crossbody bags and large, slouchy totes are especially practical, as they easily fit everything you need. Slightly worn-in suede shoulder bags are in fashion too, recalling the freedom and bohemian spirit of the 70s.

Belts become a style statement this autumn – they're longer, loosely draped or fringed, adding movement and an interesting silhouette.

Jewellery: silver, childhood charms and works of art

Gold takes a step back this autumn as silver takes over the fashion world. Full sets of silver jewellery are in fashion – long necklaces, large hoop earrings and shiny accents.

Artistic, eye-catching jewellery is having a moment too – necklaces in unusual shapes, vintage brooches and strings of beads. Pendants with meaning have become especially popular – they can reflect your personality or serve as a little talisman.

Childhood-inspired jewellery motifs are also making a comeback – so-called "kidult" jewellery, which blends playfulness with grown-up style. Fashion experts recommend layering your jewellery and freely mixing different metals to create your own unique look.

Other accessories: fur accents, gloves and eyewear

In autumn, soft, warm fur details come into their own – collars, stoles and hats that add luxury and cosiness to your outfit.

Gloves become a style statement this autumn – long leather gloves or sheer tulle gloves create a refined, slightly dramatic mood. Colourful ties and embellished brooches are finding their way into the modern "preppy" style.

Eyewear is getting bolder too – large wrap-around sunglasses give you instant confidence.

Autumn accessories

This year's autumn accessories are full of contrasts – classic shapes meet bold, playful accents. The key is to choose a few pieces that give your outfit character and reflect your personal style. Silver jewellery, statement hats and loosely draped belts will help you look modern and feel in tune with the mood of the season.