Nowadays we are spoilt for choice with denim, not just jeans but shirts, dresses, skirts, shorts, accessories, anything is possible. Denim is BIG news for Spring/Summer as it features in so many of the trends; Safari, Bohemian, 70's. I thought I'd show you a few of the more recent pieces that have come through and how you could style them.

Decjuba Dustine denim jacket $129.95, Storm Chambray shirt dress $179.00, Glassons rip detail denim skirt $49.99, 
Country Road Lace hem Indigo t-shirt $89.90, French Connection Belle bottom denim AU$129.95, Nextdirect.com Indigo denim Tunic dress $51.00, 
Country Road Spliced denim dress $169.00,  Witchery Alana Heel $199.90, 
Trenery Indigo open neck top $149.00, Witchery Chambray pocket pant $149.90, Forever New Jasmine single zip denim shirt AU$69.99, Witchery Farrow sandal denim $109.90.

Based on some of the above pieces I thought I could show you how to style a couple of pieces depending on your body shape. To determine what body shape you might be take a look at the bodyshape calculator on Dress for your Shape.

The shift dress is a great throw on when your not sure what to wear, and is good for all body shapes as you can hide beneath it! If your feeling a bit 'blah', and lets face it we all have those days, then this look can work to your advantage by also adding some depth with accessories!!
Seed Heritage Butterfly scarf AU$39.95 & disc earrings AU$24.95, Country Road Spliced denim dress $169.00, Witchery Morgan Espadrille $109.90.

Ok, I know we featured the 70's previously but I want to show you how to style flares or bell bottoms. Dont shy away from them this Spring as they are actually quite flattering! They balance out the hips and elongate the leg, so great for Pear, Hourglass and Apple body shapes.  The golden rule is that they MUST be worn with a heel to pull it off, and I'd also recommend a shorter top or tucked in shirt, or if you wear a tunic top then belt it!
Witchery lace Kimono Top $149.90, French Connection Belle bottom denim AU$129.95, Seed Heritage layered fine ball necklace AU$19.95, Country Road Shellie Mule $199.00.

For a Rectangle or Inverted Triangle its all about creating curves, so a dress which has belting detail is great for you. 
Storm Chambray shirt dress $179.00, Seed Heritage Taylor Aviators AU$49.95 and Eyelet casual bag AU$69.95, Overland Maddy Sandal $169.90.

Bohemian Gypsy 
This emerging look is all about free spirited dressing. Think billowing, flowing fabrics or 'Broderie Anglais' fabrics, (cut-out lace detailing), or suede and rough cotton. Maxi, midi and all styles of dresses especially in floral prints. Blouses are back in and showing a bit of shoulder comes in all sorts of styles. While were transitioning from Winter to Spring throw on slouchy cardigan's and capes in muted tones.

Dresses 
For a modern bohemian look go for suede or fringing like these Country Road and Seed Heritage dresses, or try a handkerchief hem dress from Ketz-Ke. For a more traditional bohemian/gypsy think floral fabrics and the Broderie Anglais detailing. 
Country Road Fringed dress $199.00, Ketze-Ke Perception dress $189.00, Forever New Sara abstract spot boho shirt dress AU$119.99,  Seed Heritage Tie suede dress AU$399.95, Ezibuy Heine dress $159.99.

Tops
Think peasant blouses, cut-out fabric, off the shoulder details and embroidery.
Witchery square neck blouse $149.90, Witchery lace yoke blouse $149.90, Ezibuy NEXT broderie short sleeve shirt $57.00, Country Road Broderie t-shirt $149.00, French Connection Woodstock stitch shirt AU$129.95, Forever New Ivy printed cold shoulder blouse AU$79.99.

Skirts/Jeans
For a gypsy feel you want to look at long maxi skirts or wide leg loose fabric trousers. For a modern take try patchwork jeans, and cut out detailing on skirts,shorts or trousers.
Forever New Bella button front midi skirt AU$79.99, Witchery Knee patch jean $149.90, Seed Heritage broderie skirt AU$129.95, Ezibuy Heine Patchwork jean $89.99, Country Road Broderie circle skirt $199.00.

Knitwear
For warmth add draping layers, in soft fabrics or with rough edges or fringing.
Forever New Gwen Asymmetric wrap hem top AU$49.99, French Connection Fringe drape cardi AU$169.95, Witchery sheer back twist knit $149.90, Ezibuy Emerge pontelle poncho $49.99, Seed Heritage knitted hole cardigan AU$149.95.

You may be noticing in the shops all things 70's. (I must admit that in a previous post I got my decades a bit confused and talked about 60's fashion, but it is most definitely a 70's feel that Spring is going to have!) The good thing about revisiting the 70's is you get to choose all the best bits and inject a 70's vibe to your look, were not talking head to toe seventies!! When I think 70's I think flares, fringing, flower power prints, maxi dresses, suede,  floppy hats, and bold long statement necklaces.

For each of my looks below I have taken a theme of the 70's and looked around for pieces that you can inject a 70's feel with. For 70's Accessories think  long floaty necklaces, and stacking rings and bracelets.

DRESSES
Look for maxi dresses, floral prints, floaty fabrics or Kaftan styles with tie detailing. 
Esprit printed tunic dress AU$89.95, Seed Heritage shortv layered necklace AU$29.95,  Country Road Tie front playsuit $169.00, Witchery double band cuff $64.90, Seed Heritage Flora wrap dress AU$149.95, DECJUBA boho lux earrings $24.95, Wanderlust & Co tripple chevron stacking ring AU$47.42.

DENIM
Another big 70s trend was denim! (Check out my post next week for more denim styling!) Think denim flares, a-line silhouettes, dresses / pinafores and double denim. Here I've styled a cute a-line denim skirt with an off the shoulder top and gladiator shoes.
Witchery fold over top $89.90, Forever New A-Line self-tie denim skirt AU59.99, Witchery Cassidy sandal $149.90.

FLARES
Flares, palazzo pants, and wide leg trousers were all the rage. For an evening look or smart office look team these flared pants with a cut out detail top tucked in to show off the trouser and create a curvy silhouette.
French Connection cut out shoulder tee AU$49.95, Seed Heritage Collection buckle flared pant AU$129.95, Wanderlust & Co dusk till dawn gold & marble earring AU$66.39, Witchery Helena heel $199.90.

FRINGING
For a casual sporty on trend look team a fringed jumper with biker skinny jeans and trainers for

The Safari / animal print is another key look for Spring that I have seen in the shops. Think earthy colours; tan, khaki, olives, with cream or black, mixed with tribal or animal prints. Remember your not meant to wear it from top to toe! Select an animal print top to wear with jeans, or a khaki skirt with knee high boots and a black top.

To add a subtle Safari note look for chunky jewellery, tribal jewellery or rope detailing, stones and burnished gold can all add to the effect. Or add an animal print heel, or safari inspired trainer or sandal.

Top row - Forever New Francis drawstring top AU$69.99, Jeans West Cassandra necklace AU$34.99, Jeans West Alex draper blazer AU$119.00.

Second row - Forever New Monique animal foil jumper AU$79.99, Witchery sleeveless fringe knit $159.90, Country Road Side pocket sateen jean $139.00.

Third row - Witchery blonde A-line skirt $149.90, Forever New Thelma mesh knot necklace AU$14.99, EZIBUY Next Neutral stripe blanket cape $88.00, Witchery snake print tee $54.90, Witchery Beaten drop earring $34.90.

Fourth row - CR Animal print t-shirt $64.90, EZIBUY New Look twill play-suit $48.00, Country Road Cocktail ring $89.90 & Tiger eye bracelet $89.90.

Last row - EZIBUY snake leather t-bar sandal $95.50, Platypus Vans Classic slip on Kenya white $99.95.
Jeans West Urban lyocell skirt AU$59.99, 

Following on from last weeks post - see below, (the trends that are appearing in the shops for Spring), I thought I would start with 9-5 office wear. 

This Spring for smart, tailored wear think;

• Softly draped fabrics, linens / viscose, 
  
• Colours - black, muted or pops of colour, 
  
• Wrapping detail, belted silhouettes, 
  
• Culottes 
  
• and jumpsuits - of which, I will show you more of, in a later post.
  

I've created four looks below from some of the favourite pieces I have spied in the shops. I hope these looks will give you some inspiration for the office. Check out my tips for styling each outfit!



This beautiful Country Road dress also comes in black and the tie detailing around the middle can hide a multitude of sins!
Trenery draped waterfall trench $279.00, Country Road Tie front dress $169.00, Witchery Helena heel $199.90. 

Culottes are hard to pull off, you need to have the length in the shin to wear them, and you don't want any ankle straps cutting off your leg, which is why I have teamed them with ballet flats.
Trenery yarn died striped peplum $109.00, Trenery Soft Draped Blazer $399.00, Witchery Harlow wool culotte $199.90, Trenery Thelma mid heel $229.00. 

With this outfit I'd wear the shirt tucked in to show off the wrap-belt detailing and create definition around your waist.
Witchery Linen Blazer $209.90, Witchery half placket shirt $99.90, Seed Heritage shorty layered necklace AU$29.95, Witchery wrap over pant $229.90, Country Road Sandi suede wedge $199.00. 

With this jacket you want to make sure that the jacket and top length are the same so it doesn't create bulk around your middle.
Witchery Flare Pant $169.90, Witchery Knot Front blouse $109.90, Trenery Milano Jacket 229.00, Witchery circle drop earring $34.90, French Connection metal spliced cuff AU$49.95, Overland Alicia heel $199.90.