Robert Pattinson claims his second turn at this coveted slot. He had an advantage, though: no one else accessorised with an elephant this week. For those pondering its significance, he was promoting his film Water for Elephants. But to the clothes. Chinos are the new jeans. It’s official. Tucking trousers into boots, a refreshing twist on rolled-up hems, is strictly for the young. Or A-list. But best thing here is the shirt. You see, short-sleeves are nice. Thanks for clearing that up, R-Patz. Photograph: HT/EMPICS Entertainment
An arty crowd with Jarvis Cocker spinning records hit New Bond Street last week for the launch of the Mother of Pearl shop, the label designed by Maia Norman, Damien Hirst’s partner. Set up in 2007, Norman gets together with artists – this season Jim Lambie – to create lovely clothing, such as this floral silk affair complete with a burst of orange. There is a matching pair of joggers in this pattern should you wish to go head-to-toe. Do it. £365, othercriteria.com Photograph: PR
This is a bit Michelle Obama. Well, she is a fan of Jonathan Saunders, who is the clever designer behind this sleeveless number, selling as part of his collaboration with Debenhams. It’s a well-cut frock – it sits around the knee and features on-trend pleats, which, coupled with the icy blue and white colour combo, gives it a graphic feel. Fashion desk styling advice: chuck a coloured knit with it and some tall court shoes. £68, available end of April, debenhams.com Photograph: PR
Lacoste L!VE is a younger line from the label known for its crocodile motif. Signature pieces such as polo shirts have been made slimmer, some have optical stripes or contrast-dot pockets. For non-polo fans, highlights include splashy, striped T-shirts, primary-coloured jeans and these ace washed navy shorts. Oh, and they’ve dubbed their hue of green: coriander. Like. £80, lacoste.com/live Photograph: Graham Turner/PR
Meet Helga. She is flat with a winningly practical ankle strap. Brilliantly Germanic – and, yes, if you wear with scruffy jeans, you can do so with socks. But really these are just great daytime and holiday shoes, which are ideal teamed with tailored shorts or this season’s coloured trousers. Warning: to avoid hem-drag, do not wear with this season’s flares or wider slacks. £59, jonesbootmaker.com Photograph: PR
