From easy polka dots to modern co-ords and soft balloon shapes, these are the spring updates you’ll actually want to wear
Fashion trends can often feel like they’re not designed for a real person in mind. But this season’s line-up is refreshingly wearable. From bold checks and dark denim to oversized collars and playful balloon shapes, the theme is about personality rather than passing fads. These are pieces that slot easily into your wardrobes to add a pop of colour and fun.
For this shoot, we focused on styling each trend in a way that could be worn by all age groups. Think spring checks softened with fine knits, primary colours grounded with tailored trousers and polka dots made grown-up with sharp waistcoats. Even statement silhouettes (hello balloon shapes!) feel easy when paired with classic denim or simple accessories.
Whether you’re updating your everyday staples or dipping a toe into something new, these are the eight spring trends worth wearing now– and still loving this time next year…
SPRING CHECKS
Cardigan, £69, Albaray
Top, £75, Karen Millen
Skirt, £119, Karen Millen
Bag, £99, Hobbs
DARK DENIM
Waistcoat, £47, Next
Trousers, £49, Next
Bag, £279, Radley
OVERSIZED COLLARS
Blouse, £65, Monsoon
Trousers, £39.99, Reserved
Bag, £18, Tu Clothing
BALLOON SILHOUETTES
Top, £45.99, Zara
Jeans, £45.99, Zara
Bag, £69.99 each, Katie Loxton
Sandals, £20, Tu Clothing
PRIMARY COLOURS
Coat, £269, Boden
Blouse, £29.99, Zara
Trousers, £119, Boden
MODERN CO-ORDS
Jacket, £109, ZW Collection Zara
Skirt, £79.99, ZW Collection Zara
Tights, £9.99, Calzedonia
Shoes, £60, M&S
POLO KNITS
Top, £69, Albaray
Skirt, £89, Karen Millen
Cardigan, £12, Primark
POLKA DOTS
Waistcoat, £29.50, F&F at Tesco
Trousers, £25, F&F at Tesco
Shirt, £32 Asos
Shoes, £27.99, Reserved
Photographer: Catherine Hack. Styling & production: Lauren Goodwin-Grafton. MUA: Anna Gibson using Merit. Model: Lizelot at M+P Models.
