The general trend for spring is softly contoured layers in light, airy fabrics point to a gorgeously feminine summer.

The dress renains chic solution and short styles are the best.

There is focus on colour and, while looks are not over fussy, floral detailing adds style to simple design. attention to detail is often craft-based pieces and futuristic elements at home on any sci-fi set.

The Styles
Short and feminine - Everyday looks feature gentle, feminine lines. Soft sculpted shapes and layers and powdery pastels, mauve and grey are the most sought out this summer's casual chic
How to:
Layer using incremental shades of one colour
Pockets are the subtle detail
Wedge sandals work
Trousers - wide-legged and slouchy, or pencil-thin with volume on top
Make your statement with a bold accessory
Linen, fine silks and soft jersey drape nicely

The Length
Shapes are youthful, floaty hems and pale colours used in intricate detailing

The Colour: Yellow
For the statement colour citrus lemon is the contemporary answer this seadson

The Alternative: Romance
Satin ruffles, millefeuille chiffon and soft, silky layers skimmed collections like a light summer breeze. With simple lines and chalky tones, it's the personification of modern pretty