The classic trench coat

WITH spring just around the corner and new season collections appearing all over the high street, now is the perfect time to buy some key items for the year ahead. A trench coat is always a great investment as the classic style never goes out of fashion. Not only can you wear it all year round – belted over warm layers in January and thrown over a dress in summer – but the timeless design will also smarten up any outfit.

I’ve teamed this coat from River Island with fitted trousers, a chic red and white striped top, heels and a classic black bag with striking bamboo handles.

Coat, £85, River Island (riverisland.com); top, £15; trousers, £25, both Marks & Spencer (marksandspencer. com); heels, £14, Primark (0118 960 6300); bag, £35, V by Very (very.co.uk); earrings, £8, Claires (claires.co.uk)