FASHION: PIED BEAUTY

The most glorious wardrobes this autumn are full of dappled things: knitted cardies, crochet skirts, leather coats, patchwork boots, all in a joyful riot of tones, prints and textures. It's so simple - the more colours you mix, the better you'll look

Cashmere polo-neck dress, pounds 299, embroidered spot dress, pounds 1,975, both at Cerrutti, 106 Bond Street, London W1 (enquiries 0171 495 5880); ponyskin patchwork boots, pounds 550, at Manolo Blahnik, 49 Old Church Street, London SW3 (enquiries 0171 352 3863); belt, pounds 45, to order, by Sally Gissing (enquiries 0171 267 9303)