Get prepped for autumn/winter by investing in a pair of Mary Janes. Seen on the catwalk at Topshop Unique, Christopher Kane, Fendi, Elie Saab, Prada, Vivienne Westwood and Louis Vuitton, they’re going to be everywhere come next season. Simply pair with an on-trend long-length skirt and ruffle front blouse for the ultimate in school-marm chic.

Grey Mary Jane heels as seen on the Louis Vuitton Autumn/Winter 2011 catwalk

STEAL…

Gabor Jane slingback heeled Mary Janes, £59.59, at John Lewis

SPREE…

Vanessa Bruno Mary-Jane cotton-canvas pumps, £320, at The Outnet