There’s no real link between these ten products except the fact I love them and I will be investing in some of them ready for when the Sun finally shows its face! This Summer, I’ll be eschewing the more off-the-wall catwalk trends (jogging pants? Leather shorts? I think not…) for something a bit more flattering.

On the relaxed, bohemian side there’ll be an update on last Summer’s gladiator sandals, pretty maxi dresses, nude wedge sandals, 50s sundresses and vintage-inspired doctors bags. For something a bit more dramatic, I’m thinking chandelier earrings, waterfall frills, graphic print dresses and military inspiration. All these items are available now, so get shopping before they sell out!

Wearing denim doesn’t have to mean wearing jeans, and this season there are loads of alternatives to the plethora of skinnies, jeggings and boyfriend jeans that are still filling the rails everywhere from M&S to Mango. I know lots of you – like me – have trouble finding jeans that fit, so save yourself the nightmare shopping trip! Shirts, jackets, dresses, skirts – this Spring, the alternatives are endless.

So I’ve put together some suggestions of jean-free ways to wear the fabric. If you’re really brave, you could tackle the double denim trend (yes it’s back!) and team a jacket or shirt with your favourite jeans or jeggings. I prefer to play it safe, though…

For a different take on denim, try 70s style button down dresses, worn-looking shirts (a la Christina Hendricks) or a boob-friendly grandad tunic (wear a good bra and undo a few buttons). If that’s still not for you, why not go for interesting pieces that are denim blue in colour, but made of softer, more pliable fabrics?

I’ve picked some of my favourite blue buys from a variety of shops. Some are high street, some are specialist, so there should be something for everyone. Size ranges are listed with each product, and nothing’s over £60 so there should be something to fit all budgets.

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As silly as the concept may seem, there’s a real element of truth in the fact that a big bag works on a bigger frame. Obviously I’m not going to tell you not to carry a tiny clutch if you love it, but if you’re a big girl, carrying an oversize bag often looks more balanced. Not to mention the fact it allows you to carry loads more stuff!

Don’t believe me? Think of the slim celebrities who hang massive leather shoppers from their slinky shoulders. Thought Mary-Kate Olsen couldn’t look any tinier? Add a big fringed Balenciaga number, and suddenly she’s disappearing into the ether. These bags are one of many things that actually look better on someone with a larger frame.

Oversize clutches are everywhere at the moment, and they’re a Big Girl’s dream. They’re big enough to hold your purse, phone, keys and an arsenal of makeup, and they look fab to boot. Wave goodbye to the ridiculously dinky bags of old. Now it’s about supersizing and making a statement!

Clockwise from left: Leather oversize brown slouch bag £80 ASOS, Quilted pale blue huge clutch bag £29.99 River Island, Coral Faridah shoulder bag £335 Marc by Marc Jacobs at Net-a-Porter, Oversized black bag £75 Diesel at Littlewoods Direct.