Spring style inspiration from the A list

As the weather heats up, ditch your wool coat and replace it with a lightweight blazer. They are great for dressing up both jeans and dresses.

For workwear conundrums, we always look to Amal Clooney. Here, she is expertly demonstrating how to make the skirt suit work for the office. Opt for light colours and accessorise with sunglasses and floral prints.

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Karlie Kloss might be headed out for the evening but this chic white trouser suit will work day to night. The fit is loose so you won't get too warm, but you're still covered up (because it's not quite beach weather yet).

Take your cue from Victoria Beckham and team slinky silk skirts with colourful heels and simple white shirts.

When you think of spring, the image of pastels and florals might immediately come to mind, but Candice Swanepoel demonstrates that a classic black midi-dress can have even more of an impact. Simply add ballet pumps and a statement pair of shades.

Too cold in the morning for a dress? Too hot for your coat by lunchtime? For when the weather just can't decide what to do, take your cue from Alexa Chung and get layering.

Printed trousers can really pack a punch, as shown by Behati Prinsloo – and they are great for that in-between weather. Pair them with a simple T-shirt and sandals when it's warm, then slip on Converse trainers and a denim jacket when the evening breeze hits.

While denim can be the enemy on hot summer days, it is the ideal material for spring, so don't be afraid to double up à la Bella Hadid.

A leather jacket is fashion's best friend this season. Take your cue from Emma Watson and opt for a shade of brown for a less harsh, less wintery finish.

Open-toed mules can provide the perfect transition into strappy sandals. Wear with jeans and a simple white shirt for an offbeat feel.

Don't be afraid of wearing your summer dresses early, as long as they are not too flimsy.

Although Kendall Jenner might have supermodel legs, you don't have to be vertically gifted to wear flares. Team them with trainers or sandals and sport them until summer arrives.

Don't pack away your ankle-boots just yet. Spring in Britain does not always spell sandals – and skirts and dresses can look just as stylish with the right pair of boots.

Invest in plenty of pretty blouses and shirts that you can wear with jeans. The formula will work for almost every day in spring.