Rachel Stevens’ preppy outfit may look designer, but you can buy her petite-friendly ensemble on the high street

Rachel Stevens’ Instagram page is such a treat for fashion fans, as the star regularly shares snaps of her latest looks, and her impeccable style manages to sit right in the sweet spot between timeless and trend-ticking. The star has a polished yet wearable wardrobe that most of us can easily emulate, and one of her latest looks proves my point perfectly.

Posting a pic in a navy, nautical-inspired jacket and blue barrel leg jeans, Rachel looked sophisticated in the most effortless way, and she finished the combination like a pro, with a classic quilted Chanel bag and a pair of slip-on black mules.

The jacket and denim pairing worked beautifully, and although it may look designer, both items are from M&S. The cropped length of her outerwear suited her petite frame too, so this is a great look to bookmark if you are 5'3 or under and struggle to find jackets that sit where they should.

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A trophy jacket really can make all the difference to your outfit - a chic and classic number like the above will instantly lift and refresh an old t-shirt and jeans combination, or breathe new life into your work-ready tailoring.

Navy is a great colour option too, as it can be styled with most colours easily while feeling a little more cheerful than black or grey. For spring, try teaming your dark blue buy with butter yellow or fresh white, or use your button-down to tone down a shouty floral or bold dalmation print.

When styling for petites, it's important to think about the various hemline proportions in your outfit. Opting for a cropped jacket and a high-waisted pair of jeans, Rachel ensures her waistline is pushed a little higher on her silhouette, which elongates her lower half, and if the jacket and trousers touch at the top, you only have one cut line in your outfit, again creating a longer-looking shape.