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An easy style to pull off, “Americana” consists of a simple colour palette: red, white, and blue. So if you bought into the nautical trend last season, you will already have some items you can recycle for this season’s Americana style.   What I'm wearing: Blouse: H&M Divided Dress: H&M Denim Jacket: Levi's Shawl: C&A  Boots: Xtrastar Hairband: SIX Jewelry: Swarovski A great way to tap into the Americana look is to wear denim – and lots of it. As you should already be aware, double denim is a huge look at the moment, so it’s easy to get a good grasp of. You’ll find everything from denim jumpsuits to denim shirts on the High Street, so take your pick and get creative. Americana is an easy and fun style to experiment with this summer, so take inspiration from the catwalks and American designers, and let your creativity run wild. Love my new Swarovski earrings... love Hello Kitty <3

Finally austere gray is on trend this fall! W hat to wear gray with:  Gray can be worn with almost any other color. The classic combination of dark gray and black looks the most effective, especially when the glossy patent black leather is so  trendy. Add some bright accessory to gray, whether it’s an impressive bag or boots. What I'm wearing: Coat: H&M Dress: H&M Beanie: Romana Scarf: Burberry Cardigan: Temptation Boutique  Bag: Zara Shoes: H&M Divided Necklace: Temptation Boutique Rings: H&M Divided

There's no doubt that the military trend has legs — it has steadily survived from season to season with nothing more than simple tweaks along the way. This winter in particular, we're seeing all camouflage everything: a not-so-subtle nod to army influences that always manage to look edgy, sophisticated, or feminine, depending on your styling choices. Check out some of my suggestions below, then prepare to shop some chic camouflage pieces that will help you stand out rather than fade into the background. What I'm wearing: Dip hem capuchon top: H&M Divided Leather Jacket: H&M Divided Jeans: Lara mode Shoes: H&M Divided Beret: H&M Golden Accessories: Temptation Boutique Shawl: H&M Belt: Temptation Boutique For  an edgier  look, pair your camouflage jeans with a worn-in rocker tee and leather jacket. Add biker boots or studded jeans — and just see if anyone tries messing with you.

With a fashion-forward strap across the front, today’s Mary Jane Shoes have come a long way. Originally the little girl’s shoe in patent leather, Mary Jane has all grown up. Shoes at amiclubwear.com With a history that includes being worn by men during the Renaissance, this style has been adapted and reborn as sassy and fun. Elegant new styles are giving classic  Mary  Janes  a comeback. If Madonna can wear these shoes, so can you. How you can justify buying them:   Adding your inner Lolita to your shoe wardrobe is wholesome fun. Since the only practical reason is love at first sight, you don’t need a justification to buy these charmers. What’s good:   Feeling like a kid again and getting your “good girl” image on may give you confidence. Who can resist a girl in  Mary  Janes ? They may have platforms to the sky, but you will feel like a kid again. With a huge variety of colors, patterns and heights, suedes and leathers, these shoes rock. What’s bad:

Pastel hues starting creeping back into fashion when designers in Paris showed sweet, light colors on the runway for spring/summer 2012. The pastel trend turned out to be the perfect "yin" to the bright color trends' "yang" and has continued to enjoy popularity into the fall/winter 2012/2013 season.  What I'm wearing: Beanie: Xtrastar Blouse: H&M Jacket: H&M trend Jeans: Lara mode Shoes: MONKI Bag: ZARA Scarf: H&M Necklace: Sfera Ring: SIX Pastel colors have traditionally been a welcome color palette for the winter season after the autumn hues from the fall season begin to look too familiar. Pastels offer a fresh and colorful perk to winter ensembles; especially during bleak winter weather! One of the fabulous things about pastels is that they will continue to be hot as we move into the spring 2013 season. Pastels will be the ultimate alternative color palette to spring/summer 2013’s uber

Gotta love basics!!! What I'm wearing: Coat: Zara Sweater: Esprit Blazer: H&M Jeans: Lara mode Beanie: Esprit Scarf: H&M Leather Gloves: Coolcat Bag: Zara Boots: UGG Casual chic is a look that transcends age and economic status. With a few good pieces and a little planning, anyone can achieve this timeless look. Here’s what you need: Jeans:  Jeans are the staple to any casual chic wardrobe. The trick here is the fit. As humbling as trying on jeans can sometimes be, make sure that you only buy pairs that flatter your figure type and are neither too tight nor too loose. Comfort counts too. You’re not going to want to wear jeans that pinch or bind. Don’t limit yourself to shades of blue; black and grey work well too. T-Shirts:  Cotton tunics and tees are the other piece to the casual chic puzzle. Avoid looking like a tourist or teenager by choosing items with unique shapes or colors, such as boat-neck shirts or tunic-length tees. Choose su

Animal prints are one fashion item that is permanently cemented into the style world. When you want to add a little spice or break up a monochromatic look, they’re the perfect solution. Whether you’re a tiger-print lover or a bit shy of prints, take it easy though, you may be too fierce for some.   What I'm wearing: Top: Temptation Boutique Skirt: H&M Belt: Temptation Boutique Shoes: Zara TRF Accessories: Swarovski Peplum tube dress by ZARA