Spring's monochrome trend is a breath of fresh air in a season traditionally dominated by bright colour and print. It's an utterly chic look, seen on countless catwalks in varying incarnations from romantic at Erdem to sporty and paired back at Sportmax. 

And it's a trend that's got legs - not only is it perfect for the coming months, but you'll be wearing black and white into the winter months too. It's a new way of dressing that's about the styling as much as it is about the singular elements of your outfit. The trick is to play with texture - leather, pleats and even feathers become key when the focus is solely on them.

Try swopping your black tailored jacket for a white one, or wear top to toe white and add black accessories. So what are you waiting for? View the gallery to see our favourite monochrome buys and some inventive ways to wear them.