Luella SS09
We all love having a spring fashion splurge, but with the recession forcing us to reel in our spending, FemaleFirst have come up with a new way to make your money stretch further.
Simply buy one key item this spring and use it as a staple for many different looks. Work, shopping and socialising seem to be the key functions in our lives and buying something for each occasion cannot only be exhausting, but expensive too.
Designers such as Luella know how to make a certain pattern work for them, and include it in many different ways for their catwalk show. Her SS09 show in particular featured the same ditzy floral print on tops, skirts and dresses, re-worn in different ways.
We've picked an on-trend floral puffball skirt from River Island and teamed it with different fashion items, to show you how to work the skirt for numerous occasions.
Work wear in particular can need jazzing up on occasions and this skirt is perfect for making a fashion statement, but is still smart enough to be worn round the office.
It's also a great party skirt, as when teamed with super high heels and a neon top, it becomes a completely new outfit and unrecognisable from your work look.
Lastly we think it's a nice day skirt to be worn with a casual T-shirt and fashion scarf, when simply strolling around town or meeting for a casual lunch.
Here's the three looks we've put together using the floral skirt as a base, why not give it a go?
Party Girl
We're loving this bright floral look for spring, which is a great party outfit for clubbing or just heading out for a few drinks with the girls.
Floral Skirt, £29.35, River Island; Pink Shoes, £58.71, River Island; Ted Baker Top, £45, Oli; Studded Purse, £6, New Look; Wet Look Leggings, £14, New Look
Work Fashionista
Who says work wear has to be boring? This bright skirt will cheer up your day instantly and teamed with a black blouse and lace up shoes will keep this look classic.
Floral Skirt, £29.35, River Island; Lace Up Shoe Boot, £30, New Look Ruffle Blouse, £35, Topshop; Bag, £44.25, ASOS; Flower Necklace, £4, New Look
Casual Cutie
This is a great casual look which makes the most of wardrobe basics. We're loving the fringed bag and cuff bracelet, which can instantly brighten up your look.
Floral Skirt, £29.35, River Island; Scarf, £13.95, River Island; Boyfriend Tee, £8, Topshop; Ankle Boots, £15, Peacocks; Fringe Bag, £10, New Look; Cuff Bracelet, £10, ASOS