Tartan was everywhere on the catwalk and is now everywhere on the high street so if you want to stay ahead in the style stakes, follow these rules. Do not attempt to look like something which has stepped out of a Scottish castle.

this layered dress with coursage is very hig-end fashion, on a low budget. Coming in at £20 form boohoo.com what more could you want from a dress? Flirty and fun and under fifty quid. Now that’s what I call cashback.

If you’re feeling brave and have a little more to spend then go for these multi-strap shoes from Faith at £55. The platform gives extra height and the black trim keeps them from being too over the top.

If you’re feeling like you want to add a splash of the fabric but don’t want to embrace the fashion then add a corsage, to literally anything. A shoe, a bag, a dress, a skirt... corsages give you the freedom to accessorise without completely buying into a look.

This one at £15 is perfect for any occasion. My top tip would be to attach it to the neckline of a little black dress and you can’t go wrong.

If you fancy something for the daytime then this bag from New Look is great for the office. Big enought to hold, well the kitchen sink, yet pretty enough that it will take you to after work drinks. The trim detail is lush and takes if from a plain black bag with scarf tie, to a bona fide style statement piece. At £25 you can afford to splash out.