Florals are never far away from a feminine summer wardrobe, but this season’s bouquet is blooming with some seriously colourful petal power. From Dries Van Noten to Versace, collections were bursting with botanics, especially in the form of loud, busy prints, and chintz patterns, on anything and everything. Full skirts, printed slips and maxi dresses by brands such as Ted Baker and Jack Wills are at the top of our wishlists, suitably clashed with floral motifs on strappy heels, silk scarves and the must-have oversize clutch. Even if you decide against the head-to-toe floral look, you can still get on the trend with a vintage floral scarf or skirt. The life cycle of flowers might be short, but the style-cycle of florals is evergreen.

From jumpsuits with parachute straps to voluminous cargo pants and multi-pocket chore vests, one of our favourite trends for the summer season sees utility silhouettes take on a new edgy but inherently feminine direction. At the very centre of this universe is the luxe cargo trouser, which has been transformed by brands like Ted Baker and Nextr joined by oversized chore coats and safari shirts in lightweight luxury fabrics. You don’t even have to go wild with this trend: a simple multi-pocket overshirt (‘borrow’ one off one of the guys in your family) layered over a cotton vest and worn with cargo pants and chunky platform heels will provide the perfect balance of sophistication and attitude.