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How to dress like Barbie whatever your age – and you can still find go-to items at your beloved M&S
WITH the Barbie movie out, Pink is the colour of the summer.
But how do you show it off when you’re over a certain age?
When it comes to shorts, longer is better this season, so pick an elegant pair with enough lengthDan Williams
Clemmie Fieldsend reveals all . . .
Fuchsia Bermudas
WHEN it comes to shorts, longer is better this season, so pick an elegant pair with enough length.
Not only do wider and longer shorts cover your thighs, but they are more comfortable and mean no chafing.
Give the boyish Bermuda shape a feminine touch by going hot pink.
And wear with other loose-fitting pieces, like this oversized shirt, for a stylised but minimal effort look.
Shirt, £39.99, and shoes, £35.99, both Reserved; shorts, £32, John Lewis; bag, £45, Marks & Spencer; flat gold necklace, £2, Primark; pendant necklace, £25, Estella Bartlett
Summer Sheer
THIS midaxi dress is one of those items you can wear for any occasion, all year round.
Its sheer fabric creates the illusion of showing off skin without actually having to – and it is fluid and fun for the dance floor at weddings.
This midaxi dress is one of those items you can wear for any occasion, all year roundDan Williams
Wear with a pair of chunky espadrilles for a barbecue in the back garden.
It can go with heels for dressed-up days, and during winter, pair with brown boots.
Dress, £110, Forever New; necklace, £29.99, and earrings, £27.99, both Pilgrim; shoes, £70, Toms; bangle, model’s own
Off-duty denim
GIVE the Canadian tuxedo (that’s double denim) a modern update with an injection of pastel pink.
Going pink gives masculine denim a girly twist while still giving you that laid-back, more androgynous look on dressed-down days.
Give the Canadian tuxedo (that’s double denim) a modern update with an injection of pastel pinkDan Williams
This jacket is great for throwing over jeans, or even your go-to midi dress, and will be a versatile layering piece that you can return to again and again.
Denim jacket, £20, necklace, £4.50, both Primark; white T-shirt, £5, Tu at Sainsbury’s; jeans, £80, Levi’s; earrings, £27.99, Pilgrim; trainers, £22.99, New Look
Sophisticated Suiting
TAILORING has no boundaries these days, and being bold in a fuchsia suit creates a strong and impactful outfit.
This linen two-piece has figure-flattering wide-leg trousers.
This linen two-piece has figure-flattering wide-leg trousersDan Williams
They continue in a straight line from the hips to hem, making your legs look longer, and when buttoned, create a cinched waist.
Pair with a statement blouse, like this bargain from H&M, for a show-stopping look.
Blazer, £50, trousers, £34, both Asos.com; blouse, £24.99, H&M; shoes £25, Next
Multi-use Midi
IF you’re after a one-dress-for-everything piece, be it for work or play, look no further than this mesmerising midi.
Mixing pastel and bright pinks, its busy design is slimming as your eyes are naturally drawn to the bold print.
If you’re after a one-dress-for-everything piece, be it for work or play, look no further than this midiDan Williams
Its hanky hem gives it a stylish edge that sets it apart from other midi dresses.
It has concealed pockets too, along with a high neckline and optional matching belt.
Blazer, £59.99, Mango; dress, £59, Marks & Spencer; bag, £45, Next; earrings, £12.50, White Stuff; shoes, £12, Primark
Stylish Knit
IF you’re pink-phobic, dip your toe into the trend by starting small.
This jumper is brilliant for layering or wearing solo with a pair of jeans.
This jumper is brilliant for layering or wearing solo with a pair of jeansDan Williams
But you can get even more wear out of a sweater by smartening it up with a shirt and some tailored trousers.
This pair have elongating front pleats down the leg which mean you can wear with a small heel or flat shoes.
Jumper, £27.50, shirt, £15, and shoes, £45, all Marks & Spencer; trousers, £28, Very.co.uk; bag, £35, Accessorize; earrings, £29.99, Pilgrim; bangle, model’s own
WITH the Barbie movie out, Pink is the colour of the summer.
But how do you show it off when you’re over a certain age?
When it comes to shorts, longer is better this season, so pick an elegant pair with enough lengthDan Williams
Clemmie Fieldsend reveals all . . .
Fuchsia Bermudas
WHEN it comes to shorts, longer is better this season, so pick an elegant pair with enough length.
Not only do wider and longer shorts cover your thighs, but they are more comfortable and mean no chafing.
Give the boyish Bermuda shape a feminine touch by going hot pink.
And wear with other loose-fitting pieces, like this oversized shirt, for a stylised but minimal effort look.
Shirt, £39.99, and shoes, £35.99, both Reserved; shorts, £32, John Lewis; bag, £45, Marks & Spencer; flat gold necklace, £2, Primark; pendant necklace, £25, Estella Bartlett
Summer Sheer
THIS midaxi dress is one of those items you can wear for any occasion, all year round.
Its sheer fabric creates the illusion of showing off skin without actually having to – and it is fluid and fun for the dance floor at weddings.
This midaxi dress is one of those items you can wear for any occasion, all year roundDan Williams
Wear with a pair of chunky espadrilles for a barbecue in the back garden.
It can go with heels for dressed-up days, and during winter, pair with brown boots.
Dress, £110, Forever New; necklace, £29.99, and earrings, £27.99, both Pilgrim; shoes, £70, Toms; bangle, model’s own
Off-duty denim
GIVE the Canadian tuxedo (that’s double denim) a modern update with an injection of pastel pink.
Going pink gives masculine denim a girly twist while still giving you that laid-back, more androgynous look on dressed-down days.
Give the Canadian tuxedo (that’s double denim) a modern update with an injection of pastel pinkDan Williams
This jacket is great for throwing over jeans, or even your go-to midi dress, and will be a versatile layering piece that you can return to again and again.
Denim jacket, £20, necklace, £4.50, both Primark; white T-shirt, £5, Tu at Sainsbury’s; jeans, £80, Levi’s; earrings, £27.99, Pilgrim; trainers, £22.99, New Look
Sophisticated Suiting
TAILORING has no boundaries these days, and being bold in a fuchsia suit creates a strong and impactful outfit.
This linen two-piece has figure-flattering wide-leg trousers.
This linen two-piece has figure-flattering wide-leg trousersDan Williams
They continue in a straight line from the hips to hem, making your legs look longer, and when buttoned, create a cinched waist.
Pair with a statement blouse, like this bargain from H&M, for a show-stopping look.
Blazer, £50, trousers, £34, both Asos.com; blouse, £24.99, H&M; shoes £25, Next
Multi-use Midi
IF you’re after a one-dress-for-everything piece, be it for work or play, look no further than this mesmerising midi.
Mixing pastel and bright pinks, its busy design is slimming as your eyes are naturally drawn to the bold print.
If you’re after a one-dress-for-everything piece, be it for work or play, look no further than this midiDan Williams
Its hanky hem gives it a stylish edge that sets it apart from other midi dresses.
It has concealed pockets too, along with a high neckline and optional matching belt.
Blazer, £59.99, Mango; dress, £59, Marks & Spencer; bag, £45, Next; earrings, £12.50, White Stuff; shoes, £12, Primark
Stylish Knit
IF you’re pink-phobic, dip your toe into the trend by starting small.
This jumper is brilliant for layering or wearing solo with a pair of jeans.
This jumper is brilliant for layering or wearing solo with a pair of jeansDan Williams
But you can get even more wear out of a sweater by smartening it up with a shirt and some tailored trousers.
This pair have elongating front pleats down the leg which mean you can wear with a small heel or flat shoes.
Jumper, £27.50, shirt, £15, and shoes, £45, all Marks & Spencer; trousers, £28, Very.co.uk; bag, £35, Accessorize; earrings, £29.99, Pilgrim; bangle, model’s ownFashion – latest style news and Fabulous trends | The Sun
