Women's Spring/Summer 2012 Fashion Trends

It may be cold outside, but the spring and summer looks of this year have been unveiled by the biggest names in fashion. We've found ways to be ahead of the trends by finding outfits that will soon be huge, but without the huge price-tag, so you can afford to be super-stylish and fashion-forward. We've picked out the key trends seen all over the catwalk so you can plan ahead; we guarantee everyone will be crazy for these S/S fashion trends this year.

Year after year, pastels come back every summer, and this one is no exception. Catwalks everywhere were filled with pretty pastel colours, from top designers such as House of Holland, Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen and Chanel. Candy colours such as peach, lilac and blush pink are the ones you should be looking out for when shopping for your summer wardrobe. This trend is really sweet and pretty so if you have a girly style you'll love this look. This Alya Tricolour Vest, £15.99, Missguided, is bang on trend and way to follow the new season fashion with a casual look. Wear this top with a nude high-waisted skirt or lace shorts for a summer look. Or if you want a bolder way to wear pastels, these MOTO Supersoft Skinny Leigh Jeans, £38.00, Topshop, are ideal with a plain vest or sheer shirt.

This year we can guarantee that everyone will be wearing bold prints. This trend was a focal feature across all catwalks, and big names such as DKNY, Julien Macdonald and Alexander Wang were dressing their models head to toe in bright, eye catching prints. To really get with this trend then look to the 80's for inspiration, and big patterns. Stylish new girl band Little Mix and pop princess Rihanna have all been spotted working this look and to recreate it you don't need a big bank balance. This Aztec Print Bodycon Dress, £28, Miss Selfridge is a cheap way to get this fashion trend. Just make sure you think minimal when you accessorise in order not to look OTT.

The colour of the spring/summer season is definitely going to be orange. Sounds scary but you can find a shade to suit you, from pale peach to tangy tangerine. This colour was a staple across all the top collections for spring/summer and it won't be long before everyone is looking to copy this trend. This Lucy Scallop Chiffon Vest, £10, Boohoo is a vibrant orange and a bargain way to bring in the new trend. This vest will work you through spring and summer as part of endless outfits.

Whimsical and fruity patterns are a big trend for this upcoming year. Prada's catwalk was littered with the most unexpected theme of cars, printed all over bags, skirts and tops. Victoria Beckham's collection included some cute cat printed dresses. D&G's collection was brimming with fruit and vegetable patterned dresses and playsuits, accessorised with food-themed jewellery such as chilli, garlic and tomato earrings and charm bracelets with mini pepper charms. Introduce this quirky trend into your wardrobe with these cute 6 Pack Fruity Bobby Clips, £4.99, New Look for a cheap and easy way to prepare for the spring/summer trends of 2012.

To really perfect the spring/summer looks of 2012 then you could also try the latest hairstyle trends for the up-coming seasons. Candy coloured hair is often favoured by quirky singer Katy Perry and baby shades of pink and blue were seen over the catwalk. For a toned-down way to wear this trend, a light blonde with a wash of pink like X Factor contestant Amelia Lily. If this seems too much then a style spotted everywhere was the centre parting. Wear it with your hair loosely tied at the nape of your neck for a relaxed fashion-forward style with all your fabulous new spring/summer outfits.