WHAT TO WEAR THIS WEEKEND
CHEVRON STRIPES
HIGH IMPACT
TOO many of us shy away from colour and stick timidly to neutrals at this time of year. But the easiest way to give your look some punch is with a bold yet classic geometric pattern. There’s no better way to lift your mood. Yes, chevrons are a bold option but if you’re looking for something high-impact and loweffort this dress will do the trick. You don’t even need to fuss about accessories, just let this 1970sinspired print do all the talking.
SOPHISTICATED FUN
I’M AFRAID that, all too often, rainbow shades make me think of my four-year-old’s obsession with unicorns. But this is the sophisticated way to have fun with colour. The sharp zig-zag lines toughen up your look and make a refreshing change from checks and florals.
Another common fear with prints is that they will be unflattering. But chevrons are the perfect secret slimmers. While horizontal stripes have a tendency to make you appear wider, a narrow chevron draws the eye in and down, creating a sleek look, especially with longer, midi or maxi dresses like this one.
SMART OR CASUAL
WHILE I’ve gone for an officefriendly style, you can easily dress this look down too. Reese Witherspoon embraced the trend recently with a padded chevron jacket by top brand Moncler, which she teamed with leggings for a walk with her Big Little Lies co- star Laura Dern. The bright colours make a just-threw-it- on look an instant statement. Reese’s is now sold out but get your hands on this similar version, below.
TIMELESS STYLE
IF I still haven’t convinced you to try striking colours, you can opt for a more muted version with a cream and navy knitted dress from Ted Baker, below.