Delightful Dress: AX Paris Comic Midi Dress from USC

The comic print trend is still very much en vogue and there are loads of fabulous patterns and styles available.  I've already spotted this brilliant pencil skirt, which I like for its quirkiness and idiosyncrasy and I do love a man in a Superman t-shirt....

But I want more!  And so it shall be.  I have been coveting this AX Paris comic print midi dress from USC for ages now but it's been full price the whole time.  However, it's now on sale - originally £22, it's reduced to just £15.  It will be so easy to wear - simply team with a pair of black patent heels and heads will turn!  This body con dress will really show off one's feminine silhouette - the elastane means it should hold everything in, so don't be scared!  Channel your inner superhero and fly away in style!

Wardrobe Staple: Original Vans

Back in the day (well, I'm thinking 90's), Vans were the shoes the cool kids wore.  They were stylish, comfy and definitely trendy when hanging out with all the skater boys.  And it seems as though they are having a bit of a revival - hurrah!  They've been luxuriated in satin at Céline and chosen to be part of a collaboration with Kenzo.  But I believe nothing beats the basic, original and the best slip-on versions.  They are so classic and versatile and can be teamed with casual jeans or shorts - but also sundresses and pencil skirts.

There is a ton of patterns and prices out there for original Vans, so as ever it is worth doing some research before buying.  As a rule, the slip-ons should be around the £30 - £35 mark, depending on pattern and availability, but they can be found for less.

If I were to go for a plain version, I'd pick these simple blue ones, available on sale from Footasylum for £29.99 in sizes 3 to 7.  They also come in black but are slightly more expensive, and only available in sizes 4 and 7.

But I am very tempted by this classic check version, available from Amazon for around £30.  I'd go for the pink, grey and black I think!

Other deals at the moment include:

• Cloggs - 20% off Vans with code VANS20 until 31st July.
• Allsole - stocks Vans and various codes available until the end of the month.
• Office - some Vans on sale.

Investment Piece: Giselle Rose Print Silk Dress from Reiss

Purchasing key investment pieces of clothing and accessories can be seen as a savvy way to shop.  By choosing a few, high quality, versatile and classic items, one can have a gorgeous wardrobe that can work well for any occasion and never go out of style.

For this reason, I have fallen in love with this rose print silk dress from Reiss which comes in sizes 4 to 14 and is £159.  The silk will be luxurious to wear, cool for summer days but elegant for evenings.  The pattern and cut is flattering, with the fitted top and flared skirt to skim hips.  I'd pair this with some killer heels - maybe some Louboutins! - and a structured handbag - for an exclusive night out.

Summer Staple: Riley Heart Print Flippy Shorts from Boohoo.com

Shorts are great for the summer months, keeping one cool but also able to protect one's modesty should a sudden breeze occur!  There are so many great ones around at the moment, for fantastic prices, but I'm liking these red and white heart patterned ones which are available for just £10 at Boohoo.com in sizes 8 to 14.  And until the 28th July, there's 15% off summer essentials at Boohoo.com with the code SUN15.

For a great daytime into early evening summer look, these could be teamed with a white top and blazer, strappy sandals and a long necklace - and the obligatory sunglasses of course!

Terrific Top: Glamorous Spot Shirt at Get the Label

There's nothing easier than smartening up an outfit for summer days than with a pretty, lightweight blouse.  A polka dot pattern is always a winner and so I've found this top from online discount store Get the Label which will go with all sorts of outfits for the season.  It can be tucked into a mini skirt or shorts and, teamed with a summer hat, shoes and sunnies, will look fab!  Available in sizes 8 to 12, it's just £9.99 and also comes in navy and white.

Delightful Dress: F&F Limited Edition Jacquard Prom Dress from Tesco

Prom dresses are gorgeous and versatile.  They can be dressed down with a casual leather jacket and wedges or glammed up for a night on the town with some amazing accessories and killer heels.  They are super-flattering by holding in the waist but skimming the hips to create a lovely, feminine shape.  Bigger busted women should look for prom dresses with round or v-neck necklines and smaller busted women can go for dresses with a higher neckline.

Tesco have a great range of dresses at the moment, and now is a good time to shop there, as they are doing their clubcard exchange promotion.  This means that every £5 in vouchers can be exchanged for £10 worth of vouchers for particular products - including clothing!  So essentially, customers are getting double something for nothing*!

I spotted this F&F Limited Edition Jacquard prom dress on the site, and it was also featured in Grazia magazine's Fashion Charts.  The neon green floral pattern is quirky and fun as well as being totally on-trend at the moment.  I'd wear it in the day and accessorise it with a belt to create the illusion of a small waist and team with some smarter sandal wedges and cream cardi.  The dress also comes in black and white and is available in sizes 10 to 20.  It's £35.

* Of course, there needs to be an initial spend to get the vouchers in the first place but hey ho.

Awesome Accessories: Follie di Fiori Floral Sterling Silver Plated Necklace from Folli Follie

Folli Follie sells jewellery, watches, bags and accessories with a philosophy of fun, versatile, and affordable luxury.  It has some really interesting and unique, great quality, classic pieces that should last for years to come.

I adore this floral multi-chained sterling silver plated necklace that my daughter has chosen to highlight!  Embellished with white enamel flower motifs, it is perfect for the transition into Spring and will enhance and complement any outfit.  My daughter likes it because it is pretty and sparkly, and she's right!  It's £190 normally, but Folli Follie have collaborated with Company Magazine for a 20% discount - this takes it down to £152.  To claim the 20% off, use the code STYLE20 before 26th May.

Fantastic Footwear: H by Hudson Horrigan Suede Ankle Boots from Office Shoes

There is 25% off at Office Shoes with a code in this week's Grazia magazine so I've been perusing the site for something wonderful!  I've gone for a great quality, year-round staple, that will work for any season - a fabulous rust brown suede ankle boot with a wrap-around strap.  Ankle boots work well with skinny jeans when the weather is cooler, but once it warms up they can be teamed with denim shorts or dresses for an edgy, chic look.  The heel is not too high either, so practical as well as fashionable!  These are usually £145 but with the discount are reduced to £108.75 with free delivery, and come in sizes 3 to 8.

A savvy way to do this might be to go through a cashback site to Great Magazines and take advantage of one of the offers available for Grazia.  At present, not only is there a discount on the subscription, but there's also a free gift of  Makebelieve Self Tan Beauty products worth £44.50.