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We find out which shades you should (and shouldn’t) be wearing this Spring

We've selected the best soft, deep, cool and warm shades you should be wearing if you want to dress like a proper fashionista

OUR Fabulous women test out some of Spring/Summer 2018's trendiest colours so you have all the tips you need to go out and make some killer buys in the fashion department.

From warm to cool and deep to soft, read on to find out which colour pieces you should be investing in this season.

Jo Allchurch
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Jo Allchurch says 'colour can have a huge impact on how you look, how you feel and how you are perceived by others'

Jo Allchurch of says: "Colour can have a huge impact on how you look, how you feel and how you are perceived by others. When you get it right, it can completely transform your appearance.

"Your hair colour, eye colour and skin tone will determine which colour shade you are, and by wearing tones that are in balance and harmony with your own colouring, you will look healthier, more vibrant and younger.”

Colour shade: soft

Stacey Halls, 28, Deputy Chief Sub-Editor

S/S ’18 pick: LAVENDER

purple
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Stacey Halls, 28, should wear purple shades this season, our expert saysCredit: Jenny Hodges

Jo says: “With her dark-blonde hair, mid-tone complexion and soft blue eyes, Stacey has a wonderful blended look with little contrast in her colouring.

"Layering similar tones will make her look fabulous, and she should avoid high-contrast colour combinations, such as black and white, which would completely overpower her. Teamed with another soft or mid-tone colour, this season’s lilac trend will complement Stacey’s colouring perfectly.”

 Barry M Liquid Chrome Highlighter Drops in Moon Potion, £6.99
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Barry M Liquid Chrome Highlighter Drops in Moon Potion, £6.99Credit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Jeans, £45, Oasis
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Jeans, £45, OasisCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Watch, £55, Nixon
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Watch, £55, NixonCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Boots, £85, Topshop
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Boots, £85, TopshopCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Jumper, £30, H! By Henry Holland at Debenhams
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Jumper, £30, H! By Henry Holland at DebenhamsCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

Colour shade: deep

Farzana Ali, 32, Lifestyle Director

S/S ’18 pick: SCARLET

red
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Farzana Ali, 32, 'best colour right now is scarlet, which she can wear head-to-toe'Credit: Jenny Hodges

Jo says: “Farzana has a warm skin tone and gorgeous dark eyes and hair.

"She will look brilliant in vibrant, rich colours and should avoid this season’s pastels, which will drain her.

"Farzana’s best colour right now is scarlet, which she can wear head-to-toe or paired with a deeper shade.”

 Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Bang, £16.50
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Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Bang, £16.50Credit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Dress, £69.99, Zara
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Dress, £69.99, ZaraCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Bag, £19, Dorothy Perkins
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Bag, £19, Dorothy PerkinsCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Jacket, £169.99, Mango
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Jacket, £169.99, MangoCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Shoes, £75, Dune
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Shoes, £75, DuneCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

Colour shade: cool

Gayle Schoales, 39, Deputy Editor

S/S ’18 pick: SKY BLUE

blue
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Gayle Schoales, 39, 'should wear colours with blue undertones and avoid yellow'Credit: Jenny Hodges

Jo says: “Gayle is cool because of her very dark hair, porcelain skin and blue eyes.

"She should wear colours with blue undertones and avoid yellow, as this will make her look sallow.
"Sky blue is Gayle’s perfect new-season shade because of its cool tones.

"Teamed with contrasting black, it will look amazing, helping to light up her face.”

 Shoes, £30, Hidden
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Shoes, £30, HiddenCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Bag, £35.99, Mango
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Bag, £35.99, MangoCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Blazer, £89.99, Zara
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Blazer, £89.99, ZaraCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Trousers, £39.99, Zara
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Trousers, £39.99, ZaraCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 H&M Eyeshadow in Paradise Found, £4.99
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H&M Eyeshadow in Paradise Found, £4.99Credit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

Colour shade: warm

Kirsty Spence, 36, Deputy Production Editor/Food Editor

S/S ’18 pick: DAFFODIL

yellow
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Kirsty Spence, 36, 'can warm up greys and navy by adding flashes of peach or coral'Credit: Jenny Hodges

Jo says: “Kirsty has blue eyes and beautiful golden tones in her red hair, which make her warm.

"It means she will look wonderful in colours with yellow undertones, like this season’s daffodil.

"Wearing blues and blacks will wash her out, but Kirsty can warm up greys and navy by adding flashes of peach or coral. ”

 Trainers, £75, Adidas at Schuh
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Trainers, £75, Adidas at SchuhCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Dress, £59, Nine By Savannah Miller at Debenhams
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Dress, £59, Nine By Savannah Miller at DebenhamsCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

 Jacket, £17.99, H&M
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Jacket, £17.99, H&M

 

 YSL La Laque Couture Nail Polish in Jaune Babouche, £20
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YSL La Laque Couture Nail Polish in Jaune Babouche, £20Credit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

Bag, £90, French Connection
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Bag, £90, French ConnectionCredit: Pixeleyesphotography.co.uk

Stockists: Barry M (), Debenhams (), Dorothy Perkins (), Dune (), French Connection (), H&M (), Hidden (), Mango (), Nixon (), Oasis (), Schuh (), Topshop (), Urban Decay (), YSL (), Zara ().

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