5 fashion trends for 2020 you need on your radar this year

By Emma White 2020-01-03T16:00:00Z

We've surveyed the SS20 runway looks and picked out the top 5 fashion trends that are practical and timeless, as well as stylish. From classic polka dots to 80s inspired puff sleeves, there's something to suit every taste.

Suiting

Trouser suits were all over the SS20 runways. They’re super chic, sleek and versatile. This coming season keep your eyes peeled on the high street for lots of pastel and earthy toned separates. Trouser suits are perfect for work, weddings, holidays and even dressed down for day to day.

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M&S Purple Trouser Suit

SHOP NOW: Blazer, £59 andTrousers, £39.50, both sizes 6-24, M&S

Phase Eight Pale Blue Trouser Suit

Coming soon to Phase Eight

Primark Trouser Suit

Jacket, £23, Trousers, £13, Sandals, £6, all coming soon to Primark

Polka dots

Polka dots are such a timeless and feminine print. Ever since Julia Roberts wore the classic brown and white polka dress in Pretty Woman, we’ve been sold.

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The effortless print is back again for SS20 in many forms. Look out for dresses, blouses and cute polka dot shoes.

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Matalan Polka Dot Dress

Coming soon to Matalan

Oliver Bonas Polka Dot Dress

Black and Peach Spot Midi Dress, sizes 6-18, £79, coming soon to Oliver Bonas

Leather

Leather and faux leather looks became very popular at the end of 2019, and we’re set to see an even bigger surge of leather on the high street this coming spring. Leather, PU and vinyl clothing of varying colours will be plentiful. Leather trench coats and macs are set to be particularly popular and make a fun retro change from a usual beige trench.

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Topshop PU Coat

SHOP NOW:Tan PU Reptile Coat, sizes 4-18, £79, Topshop

John Lewis & Partners Leather Coat

Modern Rarity Leather Coat, £365, coming soon to John Lewis & Partners

M&S Leather Skirt

SHOP NOW:Autograph Leather Skirt, sizes 6-24, £179, M&S

Snake print

It’s time for leopard print to take a step back, as 2020 is the year for snake print to shine. Spotted numerous times on the SS20 catwalks, snake print is dubbed to be the hottest animal print of the season. If fancy a subtle pop of animal print, opt for a snake print shoe, bag or belt.

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French Connection Coat

SHOP NOW:PU Faux Snake Mac, sizes 6-16, £165, French Connection

Mango Shirt and Skirt

SHOP NOW: Snake Print Shirt, sizes 6-14, £29.99 and Printed Midi Skirt, £35.99, sizes xs-xl, both Mango

Puff sleeves

A big trend last summer, 80s style puff sleeves are back again this year – and they’re even bigger and better. A floral puff sleeve dress will have you sorted for any spring/summer occasion you may have.