Model wearing biker jacket £130, chiffon dress £49.99 and biker boots £74.99 from River Island

Pale and interesting

Spring has come wafting into the region’s hottest stores in the form of lace, chiffon and ruffles. The colour palette is nude with pretty florals. But this isn’t necessarily a girly look; toughen it up with leather boots or a studded belt.


Layers are a girl's best friend during spring. Items shown above, from a selection from River Island.

Floral culottes from Dorothy PerkinsShorts are also big news for spring summer 2010. Work two trends in one with these floral culottes, £20 from Dorothy Perkins.

 

 

 

 

Pink ruffle dress from Red Herring at DebenhamsWear this pretty pink ruffle dress with tights now and bare legs during the summer. Red Herring dress £35 at Debenhams.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bow detail top from Dorothy PerkinsThis top with bow detailing is perfect with skinny jeans if you like a bit of sparkle. Top £28 from Dorothy Perkins.

 

 

 

 

 

Lace top from MonsoonTeam this on-trend lace top with your favourite skinny jeans for a quick wardrobe update. Top £40 from Monsoon.

 

 

 

 

Black chain envelope bag from AccessorizeBring an edge to the look with black accessories. Black chain envelope bag, £20 from Accessorize.

 

 

 

 

Black and gold sandals from DuneA great contrast to any pale outfit would be created simply with the addition of these chunky sandals, £95 from Dune.

 

 

 

 

Floral hairband from TopshopBring a touch of the trend to any outfit with this pretty hairband. Embellished headband, £16 from Topshop.

 

 

 

 

Cheek colour in raspberry pink from The Body ShopFinish the look with a sweep of pretty pink blush on the apples of your cheeks, cheek colour in raspberry pink £8.50 from The Body Shop.

Catrin Bell