The Scandi Answer To Your Winter-to-Spring Transitional Wardrobe

Officially, according to the stores, spring-summer fashion is happening now. Obviously, no one told them that the Beast From The East is making a comeback this month. Needless to say, we’re living in disbelief at this transitional weather…is that snow or sunshine? The question on our lips: ‘will we freeze to death if we have our ankles out?’

While you ask yourself to coat or not to coat, H&M’s sister brand Arket has all the answers. Currently, there’s an appealing array of light knits (look for ‘cotton’ on the label) that will take you from the deep depths of winter into the long warm days of early summer. Try and resist the ‘trendy’ prints by heading off the urge with wide-leg trousers and mini skirts that are replacing 2018’s proliferation of midi skirts and maxi dresses. However, if the latter still appeals, look no further than their orange t-shirt dress which is a vibrant dose of vitamin A designed to brighten even the greyest of days. There are boots to get you through the upcoming snow days and one pair of heeled sandals that will serve you well for summer weddings and nights on the razz.

Remortgaging a house isn’t necessary as Arket follows the H&M school of democratic pricing. Reals stiff denim jeans cost less than £60 and striking knitwear is less than £100. While the high street should be approached with caution, this store swims above the trends and delivers on the pieces that have longevity well beyond their season - check out that tartan coat for evidence.

Here’s what we’re putting in our basket…