Bluebelles

by Shona Wallace @SWfashion_

Get this gorgeous silk dress at Studs & Lace here! (as seen on our model!)

The next key trend for next season is not too far away from the pastels trend that I recently featured (check it out here), perhaps just an elaboration on the macaroon hues that floated down the SS12 catwalks.

While candy pink and sorbet yellow are just as delectable, this season is all about dusty and soft shades of blue- like this gorgeous Studs & Lace dress.

While blue is not the only colour to be seen in this season (orange is MASSIVE), it is one of the most feminine and flattering. Just take a look at Haider Ackermann's rich silken separates, Victoria Beckham's lustworthy parka or Erdem's beautiful swirling gowns reminiscent of ming vases. It is clear that blue is the most versatile shade for the season.

Get in on the trend early and buy yourself a little dress or blouse to work into your wardrobe. Obviously it looks fabulous now with denim, but come summer, delicate shades of blue will work wonders with a tan or even a beautifully pale complexion.

It may seem paradoxical, but why not beat the January blues and buy into, well, blue?