FASHION AND CULTURE

Romantic dressing inspired by literary heroines, the art of entertaining at home and the film, book and TV releases to know about

Romance is in the air, as genteel frocks take over the catwalk and the big screen. Adaptations of Little Women (out now) and Emma (out 14 February) will have you dreaming of a ‘softer’ wardrobe – one where undulating ruffles and floor-caressing gowns take centre stage. Concerned about looking too much like a Thomas Hardy milkmaid? Toughen it up with boots, chunky sandals or a death stare.

The runway ASIDE FROM YOUR LITERARY HEROINES, LOOK TO LOEWE AND ERDEM’S ROMANTIC DRESSES

The references TAKE YOUR CUE FROM THE MODERN FILM ADAPTATIONS OF CLASSIC NOVELS SUCH AS EMMA AND LITTLE WOMEN