A brightly coloured jumpsuit will make a fun addition to any wardrobe, and Maureen Lipman showed off one of the very best of the season

The actress looked incredible in a piece by one of our favourite brands

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(Image credit: BBC iPlayer, The One Show)

When it comes to versatile pieces in your closet, a flattering jumpsuit is up there with the very best. The one-piece wonder is a full outfit with minimal styling, and if you opt for a block colour design, it can easily be teamed up with a multitude of different prints and colours to ensure you get plenty of extra wardrobe mileage from just one buy.

Maureen Lipman proved my sartorial point perfectly recently, as she wore a gorgeous purple jumpsuit during a guest appearance on Monday's episode of The One Show. The actress looked incredible in her belted design by one of my favourite British clothing brands, ME+EM, and styled it simply with just a pair of black heels.

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Purple may seem a little bold, but it can be much more wearable than you might expect, and it's a key look when it comes to spring/summer fashion colour trends for 2026.

To add even more oomph, try layering a jumpsuit like Maureen's under a floral jacket or adding a bright belt for a look that is filled with fun. If you prefer things a little softer, you can tone down the berry hue with soft or gold finishing touches.

Matilda Stanley

Matilda Stanley is a freelance style editor covering all things fashion, beauty and interiors. She writes and styles for both print and online and covers everything from the latest catwalk trends to bargain skincare buys. With over fifteen years of experience in the industry, Matilda has worked on TV shows including 'Gok's Fashion Fix', and written and styled for publications including Closer, Heat, Bella, Look, Woman, Good Housekeeping, Now, and The Daily Mail.

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