Spring into action; Bored of dark winter gear? Take a look at the new-season staples hitting stores - they''ll take your mind off the weather! By Amber Graafland.
Byline: Amber GraaflandTHE NEW BLAZER Now shorter and more fitted, a blazer is a great transition piece.
Blazer, PS55, wool jumper, PS29.50, faux snakeskin shopper, PS39.50, boy-fit jeans, PS25, boots, PS69, necklace, PS17.50, all Marks and Spencer.
PRINT Florals are out in full force, but why not update the look with an urban print? Fitted shift dress, PS45, BHS; necklace, PS18.50, Freedom at Topshop; shoes, PS65, Office.
THE WAISTCOAT The long-line waistcoat is a wardrobe must-have - perfect for mid-season dressing.
Striped top, PS35, Oasis; baby-blue waistcoat, PS79.99, Zara; skinny jeans, PS19.99, H&M; bag with chain handle, PS20, Next; pink brogues, PS69, Dune.
BANDEAU DRESS Bandeau styles are back - this nude dress looks really expensive but won't break the bank! Dress, PS39.99, H&M; necklace, PS15, ring, PS15, both Freedom at Topshop; court shoes, PS65, Office.
PLEATS Next season's floaty pleats will give your look a feminine update.
Grey jumper with collar, PS34.99, H&M; pleated green skirt, PS10, bag, PS6, both Primark; leopard-print shoes, PS69, Dune.
BABY BLUE With pastels all over the high street, this jumper works as well with a feminine skirt as with jeans.
Baby-blue polo neck, PS15, BHS; skirt PS14, F&F at Tesco; ankle-strap shoes, PS12, Primark; bag, PS75, Vanilla Paris.
DENIM Nothing says spring like powder blue and this denim style is timeless.
Cream lip-print jumper, PS14, denim button-through skirt, PS10, both Primark; silver shoes, PS39.99, Zara; bag, PS35, Jones Bootmaker.
THE MAC A timeless classic that is having a fashion moment - and very handy for this time of year, too.
Double-breasted mac, PS75, white shirt, PS25, both River Island; necklace, PS19.99, bag, PS29.99, both Zara; leather court shoes, PS65, Office; watch, PS65, French Connection.
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WHERE TO BUY: bhs.co.uk, clothingattesco.com, dunelondon.com, frenchconnection.com, hm.com, marksandspencer.com, next.co.uk, oasis-stores.com, office.co.uk, primark.com, topshop.com, riverisland.com, vanilla-paris.co.uk, zara.com
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| Title Annotation: | Features |
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| Publication: | The Birmingham Post (England) |
| Date: | Jan 30, 2014 |
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