Still think of the shirt as the background to a more bells-and-whistles piece? Think again. These days, the shirt is the hero

Animal print is a fashion classic. Why not show your wild side?

To find the dress for you, work within your own style. A bold colour is an easy way to make an impact and florals make a festive addition that feels more relaxed than a LBD

Warming tones of copper and brown were a big catwalk trend for AW16. Mix with off-white to keep the look fresh

Steal kisses and cake in style, as our All Ages team throws a Christmas party

A style stalwart of city bankers, the pinstripe is getting a casual rebrand. And to make the look really pop, just add some red

Velvet is sumptuous, silky and warm – so no wonder it’s a winter classic. And this year it’s on trend, too

Knitwear with frills is everywhere this autumn, and the fact that it sits in both the fun and wearable camps means it’s a wise investment

No pressure, but your winter coat will define your fashion identity this season. Thankfully, there are loads to choose from

How to work beige, whatever your age

Classic or sporty? Understated or chic? How will you wear yours?

How to work men’s coats, whatever your age

The beauty of the slogan T-shirt is that you can say so much without actually uttering a word...

Suits for men may be on their way out in the City, but they have become a bona fide look for women. And there are plenty of cool ways to wear them...

How to work white, whatever your age. Stylist: Melanie Wilkinson. Photography: David Newby

Fashion loves an extreme, and what’s more extreme than switching from skinny jeans to wide-legged trousers? Go on, make the transition... you won’t regret it

To use modern parlance, there’s nothing like a ruffle to add a bit of jolls to an outfit. And this season, even trousers are getting in on the frill action

Big is beautiful this season, so anything oversized will add an element of nonchalant cool

It’s fair to say blue is the warmest colour right now

A summer dress isn’t about trends; it’s all about personality. Just look at the options on show here

Summer holidays are for sweet treats as much as sun, and a dose of pink is just the lift your look needs

Want a totally joyful way to dress for warm weather? Then pick florals every time

Red and yellow and pink and green, orange and purple and blue: rainbows are totally 2016

Going out in your pyjamas has never been so fashionable, but don’t take that too literally. So how do you do pyjama dressing without looking like a street-style cliche? Easy – stick to the top half

It’s official, shoulder baring is back – and it’s one of summer’s easiest trends to pull off

Matchy-matchy sets are this summer’s must-have. And remember, the louder the print, the better – go bold or go home