BEST NEW DRESSED-UP LOOKS

Whether it’s a party, wedding or celebration BBQ, this sunny little number from Monsoon is perfect. Accessorize with tan wedges and a pink clutch for maximum girliness. Yellow floral midi dress, £65, 6-16, Monsoon, www.uk.monsoon.co.uk.

TIP Match hot pink nails to your toenails for that prim, but sexy, look.

TRY Jessica Custom Nail Colour in Renaissance Fair, £8.85, www.lookfantastic.com.

This ’50s vibe dress isn’t cheap, but that’s because it’s beautifully  made and will last forever. Add gold accessories, slick on some bright pink lippie and we’ll see you on the dance floor for a jive later on!

Blue ruffle-detail dress, £90, 6-16, Warehouse, www.warehouse.co.uk.

TIP You need to perfect the ’50s eyeliner flick to complete this look.

TRY Benefit Magic Ink Jet-Black Liquid Eyeliner, £14.50, www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk.

You’ll be bang on trend with this bargain peplum frock. The detailing at the waist makes it perfect for apple shapes as it adds definition to your figure. Add a silver chunky necklace for extra fashion points.

Peplum dress, £16, 8-18, Matalan, www.matalan.co.uk.

TIP Metallic nails add a touch of glam to an otherwise casual look – Nails Inc has an amazing range.

TRY Nails Inc Polish in Park Crescent, £11, www.nailsinc.com.

You’ll be the belle of the ball in this stunning maxi. Even better, the detailing on the bust and waistline makes it super-flattering and very wearable. We think it would look fab with matte red lipstick and glam Hollywood-style waves.

Taupe maxi dress, £42, 6-22, Dorothy Perkins. www.dorothyperkins.com.

TIP When applying lipstick, apply, blot, apply and blot again. This will avoid the colour bleeding into your carefully applied foundation.

TRY MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger, £14, www.maccosmetics.co.uk.