Nautical at the Airport - Cheryl Cole

Don't Blend In On The Beach

When you think of DvF, your first association wouldn't be bikinis in rainbow colours. Diane is famously known for her iconic wrap dresses that women of all ages love to wear since 1972. She's most commonly called the designer who really knows a woman's body and how to enhance it. Isn't that really important when it comes to swimwear? The Diane von Furstenberg Resort and Spring/Summer 2010 collections answer any swimwear dilemma and with co-ordinating kaftans, playsuits and maxi dresses, your swimwear will be your swimwear will play a huge part in your summer/holiday wardrobe.

From the runway:

Kia Swimsuit £177

 

Anisa Swimsuit £255 (Price applies on Net-A-Porter, it varies on other websites)

 

Carmen Swimsuit £278

 

Bonnie Two Piece - Bikini top: £124, Bottom: £112

 

Carmen Swimsuit £269

 

Best of the rest:

Clock-wise from top left: Delphine Swimsuit £177, Bash Printed Swimsuit £177, Printed Swimsuits £172, £177 (all available from MatchesFashion.com)

 

Top Row: Bonnie in tropical £121 and £109, Kissa in plum £79 and £77. Bottom Row: Leopard £81 and £74, Aqua £79 and £72 and Ethnic Leaf £81 and £74. (Available from MatchesFashion.com)

 

Top Row: Blue Leopard £77 and £72, Knot Leopard £81 and £74, Red Leopard £77 and £72. Bottom Row: Tropical and Aqua both £74 and £70. (All at MatchesFashion.com)

 

Knot Detail String Bikinis: Pink and Blue £79 and £72, Gold £86 and £79 and Green £81 and £74. ( MatchesFashion.com)

Two pieces all sold separately so feel free to mix and match. Remember to use pattern to draw attention to preferred areas (top or bottom).

Further stockists:

Diane Von Furstenberg Online Store

Double Take - Bow front Denim Dress

Denim is a major trend for this spring/summer season but can be tricky to wear as it means a little more than throwing your favourite pair of jeans on. A lightweight denim dress is effortless, comfy and the least cliché. Dress from the Mulberry RTW show £295 (left) and the high street version (right) from New Look £25.

What I would wear today - Apr 4

The sunshine makes me feel very summery even as I'm sitting inside in my hoodie. I love the busy pattern on this floral Matthew Williamson (£595) that requires very minimal accessories. The Yves Saint Laurent sandals (£735) are casual enough for day and the Miu Miu bag (£795) blends into the colour palette of the dress. Jewellery should also be kept simple, add a gold bangle and let the neck detail do all the talking. (All items available from Net-A-Porter.com.)

Alice in Wonderland - Don't just watch it, wear it!

The star studded Tim Burton film opened last month in cinemas and it is a visually stunning film. You do come out of theatres still feeling in Alice's enchanted world and what better way to stay in it than surrounding yourself with these fabulous themed products. I can't get enough of the OPI Mad As A Hatter glitter nail polish!

Miss Selfridge Curiouser&Couriouser range of Alice in Wonderland Tees and Vests (£18-20) missselfridge.com

 

OPI Alice in Wonderland inspired Nail Lacquers (£9.95 each or £24 for a 4 Pack) asos.com

Disney Couture Alice in Wonderland Jewellery Collection (£12-148) asos.com

Paul & Joe Limited Edition Alice in Wonderland Collection Tin £25 asos.com

Kit contains lip treatment stick, blotting paper and refill; comes in 2 varieties.

These are just some of the literal examples, why don't you inject some 'Alice' into your wardrobe. Try patent mary janes with knee-high socks, floral tea dresses, girly jewellery and never forget the alice band with a bow as big as your confidence!