The Sun has come out to play, so it is time we cover up, stylishly.

Take inspiration from the spring summer catwalk as the straw hat was present at everywhere from Junya Watanabe to Prada.

The options are endless; boater chic, floppy wide brim, fedoras and so much more.

Steven Alan Carla straw fedora.
Exude summer cool in this well made classic fedora.

Borsalino black ribbon straw hat.
Top off your stripes and whites this summer with this chic hat.

ASOS orange stripe floppy hat straw.
Channel your inner 70′s child with this orange stripe straw hat.

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This summer if you buy one dress, make it white. Draw inspiration from all white spring summer 2011 collections like Dolce & Gabbana.

Topshop Limited Edition white asymmetric wrap dress.
Part of the limited edition range at Topshop, this wrap dress is perfect on its own or worn layered.

Dolce & Gabbana Baobab python wedge sandals.
This bra top lace dress screams spring flings and decadent summer alfresco dining. Channel the mix of femininity meets innocence that the fashion house does so well.

Calvin Klein ‘Gabriella’ jersey dress.
Minimalist chic never gets old. Let the effortless lines of this dress do the talking this summer.

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Designers got inventive with their use of python this season. Perhaps a knock on effect of the 70′s trend? The snakeskin mania did not just stop with garments, it funneled down south to footwear too.

If you are looking for snakeskin (be it faux or real) heel inspiration, look no further.

Yves Saint Laurent Baobab python wedge sandals.
The combination of the olive and orange python, the thin straps and that wedge heel create quite the formidable piece.

Marc Jacobs Wrap-around python and velvet sandals.
Marc does pure 70′s inspired glamor by pairing this red velvet with the gold python. I can imagine these on Pat Cleveland with a Halston dress back at Studio 54 during its heyday.

Alaïa structured color-block dress.
I am convinced Azzedine Alaïa sole purpose in life is to make women happy! There is artisanal feel to these that add interest to the glamazon platform.

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If your closet is yearning for some color, add bursts of bright hue through cleverly color blocked garments. These dresses are working overtime for their price tags.

Bally structured color-block dress.
Bally make a structured directional statement with this dress.

Versus cutout color-block dress.
Floral inserts meets punchy color come together to create a dress that is very now.

Lanvin stripe color-block dress.
This stripe t-shirt dress is anything but casual. Top marks for the black grosgrain stand-up collar and hem detail.

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Let this season be your brightest. Shine like a star in these star inspired garments and accessories.

Miu Miu Appliquéd metallic leather clutch | £795.00

I will be crushing on these accessories for seasons to come. Like seriously.

Annina Vogel 9-karat gold diamond star ring. | £2,9850.00

This minimalist star ring packs quite the twinkle.

Adam Star-print Silk Tank | £125.00

This tank is perfect this summer for transitioning from the 9 to 5 to that stylish cocktail affair.

Biba Star-print pussy bow blouse | £70.00

Will work a treat with wide leg pants and bright maxi skirts.

Topshop Karat Star Pumps | £50.00

If you are going to wear flats, make them a pair that pack punch. These pumps see cheerful coral suede meet embellished oversize star.

Alice by Temperley Star hip belt | £75.00

Hip belt does silver star motif with this Alice by Temperley belt.

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It is raining citrus and I am hoping it splashes on me.

This season, it is evident that oranges and lemons are fighting with stripes for the title of ‘Queen of the print’.

Here is some citrus shopping inspiration to get your retail juices going.

This summer, are you hoping it rains oranges and lemons on you?

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You voted on the varsity jacket trend here.

Whatever team you are cheering for, here is some varsity jacket shopping inspiration.

Who says you need a jock boyfriend to rock a collegiate jacket?

True Religion Richie Varsity Blue Jacket | Approximately £300

No longer the reserve of the jock, this jacket sets you ahead of the team.

Original Fake Cotton Varsity Jacket | £420.71

Exclusively available at Colette, this varsity jacket is too cool for school.

Balmain Two Tone Leather Jacket | £4,725.

The price is not for the faint heart. This luxe jacket keeps things interesting with contrasting red sleeves.

Jane Norman Satin Jacket | £30

Calling all retro hearts. This satin jacket has a retro 50′s spin. Pair with a circle skirt to channel Grease.

Mastermind Leather Sleeve Jacket | £2,950

This jacket does texture play, contrasting white leather sleeves with a black cashmere torso.

Jane Norman Sweater Jacket | £22.50

Reminisce about school life in this sweater meets jacket.

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Global influences and multi ethnic elements meets statement necklace in this seasons tribal necklace.

What memories and places will your necklace take you to?

Lucy Hatchings Tribal Breastplate Necklace | £540.00
Couture jewellery designer, Lucy Hatchings fuses tribal influence with warrior elements in this necklace.

Pamela Love Tribal Spike Nekclace | £615.00
This bronze necklace is all notched ovals and spikes with an antiqued finish.

Dorothy Perkins Cream Shell Disc Collar | £15.00
This cream shell necklace is perfect for the girl on a budget. Layer with other ethnic inspired necklaces for maximum effect.

Giles & Brother pleat skirt | £250
The silver tube tiers work particularly well with the chain embellishment in this necklace.

All Saints one shoulder pleat dress | £65
The agate and quartz crystal shards and brass come together to form a memorable piece.

Dannijo Mazati Gold-Plated Swarovksi Crystal Necklace | £380
Dannijo have a knack for creating pieces that have a global influences yet all the while staying relevant in the now.

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This season pleats take center stage in a variety of guises. From knife to box pleats, any pleat will do.

Chloé Silk-Crepe pleat dress | £1,410

Boutique by Jaeger pleated utility skirt | £115

Marchesa knife-pleated metallic silk-organza dress | £4220

Miss Selfridge pleat skirt | £22

Dorothy Perkins one shoulder pleat dress | £25

Topshop wide leg pleat pants | £45

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Pajama dressing takes fashion into the comfort zone with easy print pants. I asked your thoughts on the trend here.

Want to experiment with this trend? Here are some pajama pants at different price points to inspire.

Will you be wearing this look?

Toast Print Pants | £29

Tory Burch Athala Print Pants | £180

Sass & Bide The Kind Man Print Pants | £320

All Saints Antalya Print Pants | £120

Willow Printed Silk Pants | £495

Mint Velvet Anya Silk Pants | £450

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