Uniqlo UU Collection - My Highlights From the New Uniqlo Undercover Collection

So the first wave of Uniqlo's Undercover Collection dropped today and it's pretty sweet. These are my standout pieces - the outerwear is a particular highlight, especially bearing in mind the rise of the puffa jacket and gilet for winter. I love Uniqlo - it's affordable, well cut and often looks more expensive than it is - what's not to love?! 

The quirky long line hoody is a great weekend basic and the chunky 'Heavy Gauge Knit' jumper dress (£49.90) looks so super cosy. This UU Utility Coat (£129.90) is a great take on the lightweight parka with its faux fur collar and thermal lining but the v-neck polar fleece 'Bulky Fleece Long Sleeved Jacket' (£39.90), colour blocked puffa 'UU Premium Down Jackets' (£69.90) and the gilet style premium down vest jackets that look like they come from APC or Supreme but for a fraction of the price (but which don't come out until the second drop) are my must haves. 

Check out the whole collection by clicking here. 

Penfield 'Gillman' Fair Isle Puffa Gilet

Loving the multi-coloured fair isle-bordering-on-aztec patterning of this Limited Edition Penfield 'Gillman' body warmer which makes a cosy, throw-on alternative to bulky coats and puffa jackets now the temperatures are starting to rise.  The detailed knitted panelling on the yoke and hand warmer pockets, as well as the lining, is a special collaboration between Penfield and Scottish family wool company, Jamieson's, using their exclusive Shetland Wool. Super snuggly!  Ltd. Ed. Penfield Gillman vest in navy, £250 from Flatspot.com

THE ILLIST TIP OFF: SUPREME X THE NORTH FACE LEOPARD PRINT LOVELINESS

You may already know about my penchant for leopard print so it's no surprise that this fresh colab from Supreme x The North Face caught my eye in the latest mailout from The Illist (have a look/sign up here: www.theillist.com). The North Face make awesome outdoor gear that's also perfect for British winters - their gilets are total must haves for anyone who works in drafty offices although (sadly), no leopard print versions are available at this time. Combining their fabric tech know how with Supreme's wicked street style gets you the best of both worlds and even though this is meant to be menswear, I'm totally on board.  These leopard print Nuptse down puffa jackets and the matching Rolling Thunder wheelie carry on luggage are set to drop in the Supreme London store and online on Friday.