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It’s March and it’s snowing again! I’m fed up of wet dog look hair and ice ravaged skin, but fear not, this years spring/ summer collection is guaranteed to brighten up the dullest grey sky day. With a nod to styles from minimalist creations, to Asian and reptilian inspired designs - there’s something for every taste and I can’t wait to hit the shops to re-vamp my wardrobe.

                                                                                            

Work the androgynous look with unapologetic simplistic 80s style minimalism. Whether it’s black, white or neutral, keep it simple, fresh and clean and add a touch of elegance with structured tailoring.

Or rebel and go the total opposite with a little Far Eastern influence.

Be bold with big, bright prints and funky accessories guaranteed to bring the sunshine out and swathe yourself in silk for that touch of luxury.

Ordinarily I’d warn to leave the past in the past, but when it comes to clothes the past is where it’s at this year. Make like Bridget Bardot and Grace Kelly and work the fifties look with pastel twin sets, nipped in at the waist for a contemporary/retro feel. Add boxy jackets, tailored trousers and chunky jewellery for a truly modern look. The 80’s have been revived too, from the power suit jackets with shoulder pads in the style of Grace Jones, to a more Madonna-esque style incorporating the rocky/ gothic style used in her ‘Like a Virgin’ video, complete with wild curly hair, clipped up with giant bows.

By far my favourite era of fashion to make a re-appearance however, simply has to be the sixties – a big look for 2013. Think bold stripes, squares and sexy doe eyes, coupled with big hair. Someone pass me the VO5 dry backcomb spray!

The scariest look for the new season is however of course, reptilian print. But don’t be put off by a bit of snakeskin (fake obvs!!), it doesn’t all have to scream Kat Slater! Accessorise with gorgeous bags, belts and purses or splash out on this gorgeous little number from River Island for an instant touch of class.    

With all of these lush looks up for grabs this season, suddenly the snow and sludge doesn’t seem all that bad!

 

Relaxed Boy Fit Cropped Jeans £24 Next

Silver Ethnic Chandelier Earrings £7.99 New Look 

Alberto VO5 Plump It Up Dry Backcomb Spray 200ml £3.69 Superdrug