Candy-coloured pastel shades were the most deliciously fresh trend to hit the spring/summer catwalks, so this month, we select the best in bubblegum, sherbet, mint and more...
DKNY, Angle Double Flap Bag, £270
DKNY’s dusky pink bag is guaranteed to transcend the trend and become a timeless addition to your wardrobe. Carry in the crook of your arm or wear cross-body on those hectic days when you need both hands free.
Dress your curves with Grace – a lilac pencil-skirted frock with cinched-in waist band. Team with a rose gold over-sized watch and fierce black heels to add a tough-luxe edge to this sugary sweet piece.
Diane von Furstenberg, Blaire dress, £395
Channel a 70s vibe with Diane von Furstenberg’s minty green Blaire dress. A high neckline and full sleeves make this the refreshingly demure antidote to a season of risqué trends.
Current/Elliott, The Roller jeans, £195
Current/Elliott has given androgynous staple - the boyfriend jean - a girlie lift with a soft lilac hue. Pair with a soft white T-shirt and sandals for an easy breezy look once spring blooms.
Diane von Furstenberg, New Eris Shirt, £184
Minimal, loose fitting and made from liquid-smooth silk, Diane von Furstenberg’s lemon sherbet Eris shirt is the answer to perfect, pared-back spring tailoring. Wear with black cigarette pants and comfortable heels for the office.
Opt for pastel prints with Saloni, whose Karla dress is ideal wedding attendee attire. Add metallic accessories and some cherry-picked jewellery to finish the ensemble.
Acne, Lia Cable-Knit Sweater, £220
Wear next season’s biggest trend now, with Acne’s Lia cable-knit sweater. Insert the freshness of spring into your cold-weather wardrobe with this minty green cover-up.
Anya Hindmarch, Valorie glitter-finish clutch, £350
Inject some serious glitz into your evening with Anya Hindmarch’s Valorie glitter-finish clutch. Its baby blue hue and compact size make it the perfect going-out option when you want to embody high octane glamour.
Tibi, Pleated Silk-Chiffon Maxi Skirt, £325
The maxi isn’t going anywhere for SS12. Tibi’s fluid floor-sweeping skirt in the palest of pinks is as elegant as it is on-trend. Wear it with a contrasting printed silk blouse for maximum impact.
Tom Binns, Fauve Swarovski crystal necklace, £1,540
Tom Binns’s hand-painted Swarovski crystals have had a pale pastel makeover this season. His ornate Fauve necklace sits equally well on colourful cocktail dresses and with simple vest-blazer combos.
