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Top ten trends for this spring/summer.
PAISLEY PRINTS – ALEXA CHUNG The swirling, curling shapes have lifted off bandanas and onto the catwalk, with darling day dresses at Jil Sander and pyjama seperates at Stella McCartney all featuring the print. Go casual with paisley shorts a la Miranda Kerr or make like Alexa and dress it up with silver sandals. Photo: Getty images
1. LINEN – KATIE HOLMES
When it’s balmy outside, keep your cool with linen. Choose tailored pieces with a little give, such as spacious tapered trousers or a neat linen-blend blazer. A linen shirtdress is office appropriate while linen shorts will work for your lazy weekend routine. Katie Holmes tops off her white-on-white ensemble with gold slides and a straw fedora. How very Miami Beach.
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2. PAISLEY PRINTS – HANNELI MUSTAPARTA
The swirling, curling shapes have lifted off bandanas and onto the catwalk, with darling day dresses at Jil Sander and pyjama seperates at Stella McCartney all featuring the print. Go casual with paisley shorts a la Miranda Kerr or make like fashion blogger Hanneli and dress it up with silver sandals.
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Karen Walker Yellow Paisley Collared Shirt
Derek Lam Printed Georgette Gown
3. BARE SHOULDERS - JANUARY JONES
A shoulder-baring neckline is perfectly ladylike – flattering and flirtatious, yet subtler than strategic cutouts or going backless. There are many styles to choose from this season, from skater dresses to off-the-shoulder peasant blouses. January Jones teams the style with a short hemline and abstract print, just so you don’t confuse her with Betty Draper.
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Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Pannier Cotton Dress
4. LIGHT DENIM – KATE MOSS
As indigo styles begin to fade, our attention turns to pale denim. Wear your trusty light-wash cut-offs with a linen T-shirt, or pair a chambray shirt with rough and tough black leather for a look that’s Alexander Wang meets Easy Rider. Kate Moss does denim differently, pulling off a “Canadian tuxedo” like no one else can.
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5. ROMPERS – SOLANGE KNOWLES
How cool is Solange Knowles? As well as sporting our favourite summer hue, she proves that one can pull off a romper past the age of 15 – pairing hers with studded Alaia sandals! Though they can make navigating the bathroom difficult, rompers are great for their simplicity – easy and eye-catching.
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6. AMBER SHADES – ASHLEY OLSEN
This season, we’re seeing the world through rose-coloured glasses. The ‘70s-inspired shades look awfully sweet, spotted on everyone from Poppy Delevingne to Mary Kate Olsen. All sorts of styles, from jet-setter aviators to circle specs, are getting the amber treatment.
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7. SUN HATS – ALEK WEK
Want the perfect top-off to a sweet printed sun dress? Try a classic boater or a jolly fedora, and look impossibly stylish while protecting yourself from the harsh sun. We’re head over heels for this lovely look by Alek Wek!
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Anthropologie Glistened Ore Floppy Hat
8. POLKA DOTS – POPPY DELEVINGNE
This season, we’ve immersed ourselves in polka-dots - Yayoi Kusama-style. Celine’s latest collection features a graphic head-to-toe pattern, while Lichtenstein-inspired comic prints continue to pop up all over the catwalk. The delightful Poppy Delevingne looks polished yet playful, working the trend in a pair of printed pants.
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Gorman Chinese Checkers Blazer
9. FLUTED HEMS – JENNIFER CONNELLY
Had just about enough of the peplum? This ultra-feminine, flared hemline makes for a refreshing alternative, featuring heavily at Stella McCartney and Etro. Jennifer Connelly wears a modern take on the trend, hemmed above the knee to show off those gams.
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Stella McCartney Cornflower Leaf Brocade Jacquard Patty Skirt
10. RETRO SWIMWEAR – TAYLOR SWIFT
The thought of vintage swimsuits make you shudder? Thankfully, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and a slew of high street stores have replicated ‘50s styles, with flattering one-pieces and high-waisted bikinis in darling retro prints. Taylor Swift has not one but two adorable retro bikinis, which she switched between when holidaying with the Kennedys at Cape Cod.
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Dolce & Gabbana High-Waisted Bikini
Lisa Marie Fernandez Seersucker Swimsuit
