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Weekly Fashion Fix: Dress Like A Geography Teacher

A very cool geography teacher, that is.

Heritage. It’s the term that’s being hurled around everywhere from high-end fashion circles to chain stores in Milton Keynes. Think tweed, the ubiquitous brogue, and corduroys. Basically, this season it’s time to dress like a geography teacher. A very cool geography teacher that is.

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Cords have been given a modern day makeover by the Topman clan. You’ve still got the same autumnal palette of rusty shades, but the leg shape has turned ‘carrot’. For the uninitiated, that means they’ve got a dropped crotch, and a tapered leg. Mustard Cord Carrot Trousers, £40.

While not strictly in the heritage camp, we couldn’t resist this Snowflake Sweater £24 from Pop Boutique. After all, too much tweed can get a bit tiresome. Layer under a sports jacket for a touch of retro cool.

It’s not easy for a trend that’s everywhere in womenswear to make a smooth transition to men’s clobber, but this Renewal Pop Polka Dot Shirt gets the thumbs up from us. It’s £25 from Urban Outfitters and definitely isn’t one for shrinking violets.

The ultimate in heritage chic, is this vintage Grey Tweed Jacket with Suede Shoulder Patches for £35 from Rokit. Pair with faded rolled-up jeans and a stripy t-shirt for a touch of the Graham Coxons. Alternatively, team with a tank top and you’ll fit right in with the chaps from I Like Trains.

Monocles would be taking things too far, but we reckon you could get away with an alternative to the wristwatch. This Grey Vintage Pocket Watch might not be true vintage but it’s got a certain Doctor Who je ne sais quoi about it. £12.99 from River Island.

This Herschel Little America Backpack has a jaunty 1940s feel to it. But it’s totally modern in terms of features like its fleece-lined laptop sleeve. £88 from ASOS.

The brogue comeback might not be a new thing, but these Clarks Originals Khan Brogues offer a little something different from the norm. Trademark crepe soles and a mix of brown leather and suede get tops marks. £69.99 from Office.

Finally, finish off the heritage look with this Jaxon Hats Crushable Blues Trilby £25 from Village Hats. Depending on the way you wear it, you’ll either find yourself firmly in the smoky Blues crooner camp, or the 80s ska brigade a la Mickey from Only Fools and Horses.