SNEAKS OF THE WEEK - THE SS16 TRAINER EDIT

Lazy dressers (aka me!) rejoice – the athlesiure trend (that’s fashion editor speak for sportswear) isn’t going anywhere. If you’re a sneaker novice, you can’t go wrong with Converse or a box-fresh pair of Stan Smith’s –  true wardrobe staples. If you’re seeking something fashion-forward, I’ve rounded up four key trainer trends for the season; flatform soles, white pumps with-a-twist, sneaks with a sporty aesthetic and super-luxurious embellished styles (Miu Miu’s crystal embellished pair will set you back a cool £1,025). There’s a trainer for every occasion - just don’t wear them to gym (!) 

Flatforms from L-R: DKNY Trainers, Daniel Footwear. Ash Snakeskin Trainers, Grazia Shop. Gold glitter flatforms, Office. 

White pumps from L-R: Copenhagen star trainers, Topshop.  Cork-trimmed Stan Smiths, Net-a-porter.com. Metallic leather trainers, Next. 

Sporty from L-R: Nike woven, Net-a-porter.com. Stella Sport, Zalando. DKNY trainers, Daniel Footwear. 

Embellished: Carvela Lullaby flats, House of Fraser. Miu Miu crystal embellished, Net-a-porter.com. Carvela embellished slip-ons, House of Fraser.

SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW

Here's a trend I've been been pinning and loving for a while: the colours of the rainbow. Because why pick one colour, when you can wear them all simultaneously? Starting life on  the catwalks of brands including Marco de Vincenzo, Gucci and Louis Vuitton, the hero piece of this fashion story is Gucci's striped jumper which sold out  everywhere, despite the eye-watering £600 price tag. British designer Anya Hindmarch was also at the forefront of this trend; spring/summer 16 sees her iconic accessories decorated with kitsch  rainbow motifs. The good news for those of us on shoestring budget is that the high street has finally cottoned on to this trend - and Boden are owning it - just look at this fabulous pencil skirt (drawn to my attention by the queen of colour herself - Shiny Thoughts!). Here's three ways I'd wear the rainbow for weekend, work and play:

WEEKEND: Rainbow cashmere jumper, Wyse London. Lucas slim boyfriend jeans, Topshop. Major multi strap gold points, Office. Sophie Hulme blue leather shoulder bag, The Outnet. WORK: Cashmere v-neck, Next. Felicity skirt, Boden. Marc by Marc Jacobs leather shopper, mytheresa.com. Lips in hazard, Topshop. PLAY: Striped terry Sonia Rykiel dress, Net-a-porter. Dark denim jacket, Mango. Sophia Webster Daria pumps, The Outnet. 

THE BIG LFF SS15 SANDAL EDIT!

I don't mean to hurry you, but now really is the time to snap up for S/S15 sandals, before the best styles sell out. But what are the trends to look out for this  year? The 1970s trend is unavoidable this summer, and lace up sandals are the perfect accessory for floaty, bohemian smocks. A perennial trend, jewelled sandals come back into fashion every summer. Look out for chunky embellishments to get the Marni signature look at a fraction of the price. Sporty styles are still key - even trekking sandals get a look in.  Chunky soles are key to nailing this look; on the high street, Clarks is my go-to for this trend. Colour-block sandals were seen with frothy tulle skirts and denim jackets on the Burberry SS15 catwalk. If you can't afford the cool £395 for a pair of Prorsum originals, check out Boden's footwear offering which is joyfully kaleidoscopic this season. Which trends will you be trialling? 

Top row L-R: £££ Gianvito Rossi lace up suede sandals, Net-a-porter.com, £565. ££ Black leather lace front sandal,Office, £38. Heaven tan gladiator sandals, Topshop, £26. 

Second row L-R: Marni embellished calf hair sandals, Net-a-porter.com, £270. Navy flat jewelled sandals, Zara, £39.99. Black satin jewelled sandals, Next, £38. 

Third row L-R: Sophia Webster Yayoi slides, Net-a-porter.com, £195. Netrix Rose snakeskin sandals, Clarks, £50. Dusty Soul white leather sandals, Clarks, £55. 

Bottom row L-R: Burberry colour-block sandals, Net-a-porter.com, £395. Tan colourblock sandals, Boden, £59. Teva mosaic orange sandals, Office, £34.99. 

6 OF THE BEST: PARTY FLATS

There's something very chic about wearing a flat shoe for a party. Heels can appear try-hard, whilst flats have an insouciant air of cool. Coupled with the fact sky-scraping stilettos never lend themselves to tearing up the dance floor, comfortable shoes make the altogether better option in my eyes. A few styling pointers: if you are petite, a pointed flats (like the fabulous Fendi pair below - no.6) will elongate the leg. If you are tall (like me) pretty much anything goes - try a brogue with a mini dress for an unexpected twist on festive dressing. Most importantly, look for luxurious details like glitter finishes, embellishments and embroidery to up the ante in your party look. Will you be trying a flat shoe this Christmas?

1. Glitter lace ups, F-Troupe, £65. 
2. Cecilia glitter & suede ballet flats, Office, £56. 
3. Black jewelled slippers, Next, £35. 
4. Shellys lace up glitter flats, ASOS, £60. 
5. Dandy palm-detail slippers, Penelope Chilvers, £245. 
6. Fendi metallic leather flats, Net-a-porter.com, £560.