There’s something a bit theatrical and fabulous about a cocoon coat, with all it’s dramatic, swishy volume. Team this with a bright, bold print and I’m yours.

Worried you’re going to look puffy?

Play with the proportions – balance out the exaggerated silhouette of the coat with a short skirt, a skinny cropped pant or pair of denim cutoffs.

Then finish it all off with this seasons essential black and white loafer that I guarantee will look great with any print.

Like what you see?

Follow the link below for my edit of the best printed cocoon coats…

The black handbag is a no brainer. Everyone has one. It’s just a matter of updating it every couple of years.

But now it’s time to to take a new look at the white handbag. While not new to the scene, it has recently been upgraded from ‘novelty’ to ‘essential’. This promotion makes perfect sense really – with the fashion world’s current flirtation with all things white, cream and pink.

Follow the link below for my round-up of all the best white handbags you can buy right now…