Okay, so we haven’t seen too many rainy days so far. But it won’t be long before we’re rushing to the car with brollies, and sweeping wet leaves from our porches. I’m not complaining, it’s my favourite season of the year. Better yet, this time I get to share it with a walking and (almost) talking Dexter.

This time last year Dexter was only just beginning to wear ‘real’ clothes and we were busy washing and folding up all his sleepsuits to donate to our local charity shop. In the mornings we’d slip him into some dinky cords, sweaters and handmade wooly hats. He looked incredibly cute but we didn’t have to concern ourselves with practicality as he’d rarely make it out of his pushchair outdoors.

Now he’s a big boy he’s in jeans and shirts. In fact, his wardrobe is better than his dads. Yet, with the onset of cooler weather it’s time for another wardrobe shuffle. This is one of my favourite ever chores as it usually results in a spending spree… I never need much of an excuse to go shopping! This is made all the more exciting as I simply love little boys fashion.

So when House of Fraser asked if I’d like to take a closer look at some of their AW14 collection, I didn’t need to be asked twice. With labels such as Ralph Lauren, Joules, Timberland and Pumpkin Patch to browse, I was in my element. With a healthy mix of designer and highstreet brands, parents aren’t priced out of every outfit either:

(Left to right): Timberland Baby Boys Long Sleeve Down Jacket / Pumpkin Patch Boys Quilted Baseball Jacket / Pumpkin Patch Boys Striped Long Sleeve Hooded Shirt / Pumpkin Patch Boys Button Through Hooded Shirt / Pumpkin Patch Boys Check Long Sleeve Shirt / Pumpkin Patch Boys Aviator Knit Sweater / Name It Boys Distressed Twill Trouser / Pumpkin Patch Boys Tonal Check Hooded Shirt / Hugo Boss Baby Boys Denim Fleece Jogging Bottoms

I picked these seriously cute bits for Dexter and have simply fallen in love with them. He looks like he’s walked out of a 1D video - just perfect for Autumn Rainy Days!

None of it broke the bank either at under £50 for both the jacket (Joules - £34.95)) and the hooded shirt (Pumpkin Patch - £15). He just looks so proud wearing it and it’s a really practical and warm outfit. The jacket features real pockets, patched cord elbows, and branding to the front and back (super cool), and the his shirt has an over-sized cotton hood for flinging up under the jacket during unexpected showers.

Both are easy peasy to keep clean and are every inch the quality we’ve come to expect of Joules and Pumpkin Patch. The deep blues and checks are bang on trend too so he gets to show up mummy and daddy when strolling down the pavement.

Thanks House of Fraser - you just always get it so right.

To check out their girls and boys AW14 ranges for yourself - head over to House of Fraser’s kids section and get that credit card ready. You can also seek out inspiration on Pinterest, Instagram and the Blog. I’d also recommend following them on Twitter and Facebook for the latest deals and offers.