‘I’m in my early 50s. Where do I shop?!’: The Guardian’s fashion stylist answered your questions

Guardian fashion expert Melanie Wilkinson advised you on your wardrobe, replying to queries about clothes and footwear for both men and women

bisqof asks: When do you anticipate my Uzbek hat is going to be in?

Mel: ​As luck would have it, statement hats are a huge trend for the autumn! So it’s the perfect time to dust it off.

Mel: Boden have a wide range of sizes in tailoring (from UK4 - 22) and the quality is excellent - I like this pinstripe style. It’s not super cheap, but more affordable than other specialist brands and it will last. The Fold is also one of my go-to’s. It’s bit too pricey at full whack, but have a look when they are on sale. I think this jacket with matching trousers is worth it for such a gorgeous colour.