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On Trend: As the temperatures rise its time to buy those summer sandals May 28 2012

I’M writing this column as the temperatures nudge up to 28C and it looks set to last so it seems rather fitting to concentrate on an absolute summer must-have – sandals.Read

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On Trend: Do festival fashion in style May 21 2012

THE summer music festivals are fast approaching, so if you are planning to spend a couple of weekends partying in muddy fields you’ll need some help with your wardrobe. While fashion for the great outdoors needs to be practical that doesn’t mean it can’t be chic too.Read

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On Trend: Make a statement in this summer's prints May 14 2012

Make a statement in this summer’s prints and give your new season wardrobe an ethnic edge.Read

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On Trend: Bare all in fleshy shades this season Apr 23 2012

For an elegant alternative to this season’s bold as brass rainbow brights, bare all in fleshy shades of pink, blush, peach and honey.Read

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On Trend: Flats are the way to mix style with comfort Apr 16 2012

An off-duty favourite for the new season, step into a stylish pair of flats to ensure you put your best foot forward.Read

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On Trend: Pretty prints to make a statement Apr 02 2012

SPRING marks the arrival of fashions prettiest print, as florals make a welcome return for S/S12. From the prettiest nemesia to big and beautiful bunches, who can resist? Fashion certainly can’t and the shelves have bloomed like Chelsea Flower Show.Read

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On Trend: Global prints are in this season Mar 26 2012

This season’s glorious graphics are certainly big, bold and beautiful, and embrace a real cultural mix of global prints. It’s as if fashion has been on a magical journey around the world, picking the best of batik, animal prints and ethnic patterns from around the world.Read

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On Trend: Get a feminine and fruity look with pastels Mar 19 2012

After what seems like months of dreary winter weather, there’s one fashion trend that certainly heralds the arrival of spring – pastels.Read

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On Trend: Fashion goes back to the fabulously feminine 50s Mar 12 2012

It’s no surprise that vintage trends dominate for S/S12.Read

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On Trend: The new look spring Maxi Mar 05 2012

IT’S A funny time of the year when it comes to shopping. The sales are over so the winter must-haves have long moved on; but despite the occasional rise in temperatures, it’s hardly time to ditch the layers. What is a fashionista to do to get her retail therapy fix!Read

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On Trend: Edgy twist is given to old favourite stripes Feb 27 2012

FROM skinny and bold to up and across, stripes have been one of the big hitters of the S/S12 catwalks.Read

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On Trend: Get the flapper look this season as fashion takes inspiration from Gatsby glamour Feb 20 2012

THE flapper really is dapper this season as fashion takes its inspiration from Gatsby glamour.Read

On Trend: Powerful prints to pep up your wardrobe this season Feb 13 2012

This season’s powerful prints pep up dresses, jackets and accessories, adding a new dimension to your wardrobe.Read

On Trend: The colour combinations that will never go out of fashion Feb 06 2012

IF THERE’S a colour combination that’s destined to remain at the top of the fashion charts year in year out then it has to be black and white. There’s nothing like a spot of monochrome magic to add instant chic to your wardrobe – summer or winter, this elegant trend works as well in the boardroom as it does in the bar.Read

Fashion frustration of losing earrings could be a thing of the past Feb 02 2012

ONE of the biggest fashion frustrations could well be a thing of the past thanks to a new Birmingham born invention which claims to stop earrings falling out.Read

Shopping: Marvellous Mini Revival Jan 26 2012

HAVE your own Mini adventure by enjoying the ‘60s revival in fashion.Read

On Trend: Flower power is blooming marvellous Jan 16 2012

From delicate nemesia to big and beautiful hydrangeas, who can resist beautiful flowers? Fashion certainly can’t and the high street is blooming with more florals than Chelsea Flower Show.Read

On Trend: This is a fine time to chill out in style Jan 09 2012

After what feels like months of non-stop festivities, there’s nothing like taking your foot off the accelerator and enjoying a few cosy nights in. No parties, no socialising, just simply chilling out and recharging your batteries.Read

On Trend: My plea to Santa Claus Dec 12 2011

Forgive me if this column is slightly self indulgent, but I’ve picked a few high street pieces that I would love to find under the tree this year... and they might just give you inspiration for the fashionista in your life, too...Read

On Trend: Twinkle like the fairy at top of Christmas tree Dec 05 2011

THE party season is in full swing and with less than three weeks until Christmas, there’s no better time of the year to look like a million dollars.Read

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