Six of the best striped spring dresses

Red trim broad striped dress

FROM: Fever at Accent in Leeds, Ju-Jo in Barnsley, Sami in Knaresborough and on www.feverdesigns.co.uk

PRICE: 59.99

COMMENT: Called the Cannes Bardot dress, this wide striped dress also comes in navy and pink. Fab red edging detail and flattering sleeves and V-neck.

SUITS: All, especially pear shapes.

KEY ACCESSORY: Slingback brown wedges, 45, Next.

Sleeveless striped twist top dress

FROM: J by Jasper Conran at Debenhams

PRICE: 55

COMMENT: Neat and slinky with flattering V-shape neckline and twist-style top half, this dress ticks all the boxes for the ultimate in holiday chic.

SUITS: Slim, apple and curvy shapes.

KEY ACCESSORY: Portfolio black and cream sandals, available next month, 39.50, M&S.

Striped flower knit dress

FROM: Next

PRICE: 35

COMMENT: We're seeing lots of these flower knit dresses about, probably because they bridge the gap so well into spring, perfect with little jacket or coat over.

SUITS: All shapes and sizes.

KEY ACCESSORY: Studded slingback clogs, 75, ASOS.com (from next month).

Belted striped sun dress

FROM: Phase Eight

PRICE: 130

COMMENT: Called the Eton striped dress, this retro number has a Fifties' feel to it, very fitted, perfect for wearing with vintage sunglasses.

SUITS: Neat, curvy figures.

KEY ACCESSORY: Nautical wedges, 18, Next.

Red bow striped dress

FROM: Boohoo.com

PRICE: 15

COMMENT: With its red sequin bow and flirty striped skirt, this is a fun dress, ideal for both holidays and parties – and what a price!

SUITS: Young, leggy types.

KEY ACCESSORY: Navy and white platforms, available next month, 29.50, Limited Collection at M&S.

Red/white striped halter dress

FROM: Pop by PPQ at Very.co.uk.

PRICE: 29

COMMENT: Cheerful and sassy, this little dress is ideal for folding up in your suitcase, and will also dress up well with jacket and hat for smarter dos.

SUITS: Slim and youthful types.

KEY ACCESSORY: Red white and blue wedges, 45, Miss Selfridge.