If you’re not a fan of the wonderfully comfy fabric that is jersey, then read on! Here is why you should add a jersey dress to your wardrobe…

Jersey was one of Coco Chanel’s favourite fabrics to work with, and it’s quite easy to see why. It’s a incredibly versatile fabric that can help shape your body in a form-fitting body-con piece (great if you have a slim and trim figure) or drape around the body, hiding any problem areas. And not only that, but they can be dressed up or down with the right accessroeis – a fanstastic pair of heels and statement jewellery for nighttime, flats and a great cardigan or jacket for daytime! Have we sold you on the virtues of the jersey dress yet?

L-R: Navy dress from Phase Eight £85, Breton striped dress from Alice by Temperley £154 at net-a-porter, Multicoloured striped dress from Vivienne Westwood Anglomania £320 at net-a-porter, Grey dress from Mint Velvet £49 (our brand of the month!), Green dress from Saloni £355 at Harvey Nichols.

Blazers are an easy way of working the smart/casual look since you can wear them to work, but a stylish one will work after hours, too. They are also great for dressing up an otherwise relaxed, “off-duty” look (you know, the comfy t-shirt and jeans combo on the weekends) so a good blazer can do a lot of things for your wardrobe.

Looking for your perfect summer jacket? This Armand Basi Mutila blazer is it! The off-white, cream colour makes it a great option for warm days and evenings, with enough tailoring in it to look smart for work whilst the draping stops it from being too formal for after work drinks. Buy from my-wardrobe.com for £199.

Reiss have outdone themselves with this Jones blazer in navy! I am mad about it, and the description fits it perfectly – “relaxed casual jacket”. Wear it with Breton stripes to work the nautical look, or pull up the sleeves with something feminine (florals, pinks, ruffles, etc) to stop you looking too girly girly. This jacket has endless possibilities of ways to wear it, and there is another colourway option in orange in you’re after a bolder look. Buy from Reiss for £179.

This is a much more affordable option to the two previous blazers we’ve shown you, but that in no way makes it less fantastic because it truly is! For all of £75 you can get this Grey Antics navy blazer from Urban Outfitters. The sharp shoulders can give any outfit some extra definition and infinitely makes it just that bit more cooler

Accessories are the easiest way to update your wardrobe. As long you have your essentials, basics and classics behind you, you only have to use some key accessories to showcase the latest trends or looks. Belts are a great way of cinching in your waist and drawing attention to one or create one, so here are three to do just that!

The Hettie belt from LK Bennett is a classic belt with a geometric look to it. Black and gold is a classic colour combo and will work in any outfit, adding a touch of elegance. Hettie would be a great option for work or formal functions. Buy from LK Bennett for £95.

£95 may seem rather steep to some for a belt, but there are many cheaper options. This belt from Dorothy Perkins is also black and gold, which I think in most cases, makes just about anything look that bit more expensive! At £8, this is truly bargainous but at that price rest assured that it doesn’t skimp on the chicness! No, in fact this little number is definitely channelling Chanel albeit at a much more affordable price point. This is a statement belt without being too flashy – it’s skinny so whilst there are studs it is not too busy. The tassle makes the belt have a hint of 80s to it, and I think this would be great with a sold-colour jersey maxi dress for summer.

If you were impressed with a belt for £8, we’ve saved the best for last! This lilac belt is from ASOS and a mere snip at…. £6! Lilac is set to be a huge hit for summer along with other sorbet and pastel shades and a £6 belt is an easy way to work this trend into your wardrobe. The gold coloured metal against the pretty lilac makes it all feel very luxurious and would look fantastic against a nude blazer for this season.