Winning suits: step into spring with a versatile shorts suit

Without wishing to jinx it, it looks like spring has finally arrived, so consider dressing for the warm season. The shorts suit is high on this season's trend list, with designers from The Row to Givenchy and Max Mara backing them as office wear for both men and women. The added benefit of a shorts suit is that it forms the basis of a mix-and-match modular wardrobe. You can pair the suit blazer with a denim skirt, style with a blouse or down with a waistcoat. Keep the shorts stylish by wearing them with the matching jacket or wear them separately with a sweater or blouse.

While the silhouette options are varied, neat, and fitted with mid-thigh shorts, they're perfect for a summer wedding. Zara's nod to Chanel in textured checks (5, below) is super chic, and Marks & Spencer's high-waisted tweed suit is perfect for a city break. Bermuda shorts that come just above or over the knee, paired with a boyfriend-style jacket, feel more office-appropriate. Sandro has a stunning blush tone (2, below) while the emerald version of Cos (8, below) has a generous inside leg. Both would serve as stylish wedding guest looks with a silk waistcoat and block heels. For a touch of modernity, opt for a vest set. The All Saints version in brown looks stylish with simple leather flat sandals, see Gigi Hadid (left) wearing a trio set by Brandon Maxwell for another monotonous styling tip. If you like bright colors, there are plenty of options ranging from bright green from M&S (1, below) to mango shorts from Warehouse (6, below), which go up to size 24, and the pair of hot pink tweed from Me + Em (10, below). Finally, don't forget the fail-safe black: the AllSaints combo (3, below) is a winner.