Emma Donaldson-Tonner on power dressing dressing in this season’s pastels

All in yellow 

I recommend a power suit as a real statement. An oversized blazer and palazzo trousers can be dressed up or down and worn as separates. Try out this head-to-toe butter yellow from M&S with some brown kitten heels and a brown bag, which keeps the look fresh, confident and modern. Open to being adventurous? Try colour-blocking unexpected combos, like lilac and red or grey and navy or orange – clashing in the best way possible.

Marks & Spencer
Tailored Collarless Blazer £69
Woven Pleat Front Wide Leg Trousers £39.50

Pop of colour 

Silhouettes are less about rigid structure and more about fluidity, movement and confident, feminine energy. Try out the trend by adding a colourful handbag, pair of heels or a pop of colour in your accessories with a slip dress or asymmetric wrap skirt. For those ready to fully embrace the trend, go for a monochrome moment in a single shade.

Longchamp Epure XS Tote Bag
£295

Embrace pastel shades

If there was ever a time to step away from monochromatic neutrals and embrace colour, it’s now. Spring/Summer 2025 is all about soft pastels and colour clashes that inject life into your wardrobe. ‘Think butter yellows, pastel baby pink and sage greens, paired with the rebirth of power dressing, which was on display at the Chloe and Victoria Beckham S/S25 shows.

Victoria Beckham
S/S25