As readers of my FightForYrWrite blog will know, I'm a huge fan of the American fashion and lifestyle brand Kate Spade New York so, as they prepare for the next phase of their UK store expansion, despite the current sunny spell I wanted to bring you this look at some of my highlights from the new AW12 collection.

I won't bore you with too many of the trend details here - let's face it, most of you will just want to look at the pictures - suffice to say that faux fur is where it's at for responsible winter chic with labels from the hautest designers to the ends of the High Street producing versions that range from the 'It looks real, I'm sure it's real, that can't be a fake' to cuddly teddy bear fun.

I absolutely love the Snow Leopard, Night Owl and Polar Bear SpiritHoods styles and it seems I'm not alone - celebrity supporters spotted out in them include Jessie J, Alice Dellal and Ellie Goulding as well as panda fan and hot fashion property, Nicola Formichetti.