The Spring Trend You Can Try Now

Pencil skirts are still a big trend this year, so update your classic black version with a brighter number for spring. This Ted Baker Colour Block Pencil Skirt is the perfect antidote to a cool day, and the colour combo means this will look great against pale legs – so no fake tanning! The bold colour pop will fast-foward your winter wardrobe into the new season – and best of all, colour blocking on just one side instantly lengthens and slims hips and legs.

Up-the-ante on your denim collection with Very.co.uk’s Printed Trousers. These bold trousers will see you through the weekend, from a morning shopping and lunch out, to dinner and cocktails in the evening. You could even dress up your usual work look by pairing them with a plain blouse – and the high waist and ankle length means they’re surprisingly flattering, especially on very pale ladies – green is your colour!

Just because you’re embracing the spring/summer trend, doesn’t mean you don’t need to keep cosy! These John Lewis Fleece Lined Leather Gloves paired with a black coat will give you the boost you need when getting dressed in the morning. Add some red shoes to tie the look together perfectly.

You can never have too many basic tops in your wardrobe. This Jigsaw Scoop T-shirt
is super-versatile: Tuck it into a pencil skirt and throw on a smart
blazer for work, or team it with jeans and flats at the weekend. Don’t
forget your statement necklace to pull the whole look together!

Feeling bold? Add a neon-bright cardigan to your wardrobe for a seamless move from winter to spring. Jaeger’s Long-line Cardigan will look seriously stylish teamed with head-to-toe black or white. Orange is a perfect colour choice for dark skin tones, no matter what the weather is doing.

Got an occasion coming up that you want to look your best for? A bright midi skirt, like this L.K.Bennett Susan Floral Skirt, is the perfect option. Flattering and comfortable, this will last for seasons to come and will look great worn with metallics. Pale ladies can pull this off perfectly, thanks to the icy tones and midi length.

The perfect item for layering, this Hobbs Abbi Jumper will become a staple in your wardrobe. Wear it under a dress and throw a cardigan over the top for a simple weekend look.

If you like to stick to basics, like a stripy top and skinny jeans at the weekend, why not try your staple in new colours? This Boden top will look fab with comfy jeans, or dress it up with black capri pants and pointed courts. The sleeves and wide roll neck are flattering, but this will look especially great on ladies with dark and olive skin tones.

Not sure how to take the step away from your usual winter wardrobe of darker colours? A T-shirt, like this one from French Connection, is the perfect place to start. Whether you’re simply adding some colour to an otherwise all-black outfit or mixing it with other brights to colour-block, it’ll be the comfortable base of any outfit, and will flatter pale skin tones no matter what it’s worn with.

It’s never too early to start think about your spring/summer wardrobe – especially when you can get gorgeous dresses like this Bonprix Haiti Scuba one! If you don’t want to wait for warmer days, it can even be worn now – just pop a long-sleeved t-shirt or polo neck on underneath and throw on an oversized coat. The orange tones in this will suit dark skin perfectly.

Is the never-ending winter getting you down? Lift your mood with this show-stopping ASOS coat. The red hot hue instantly updates a classic style, giving your outfit the wow-factor.