Pandora loves this… because khaki is old news, it's time to introduce a shock of colour to the faithful trench coat. In stunning emerald green and with subtly structured shoulders, this Vanessa Bruno coat shrugs off all military connotations and instead wraps us in perfectly tailored chic. Translating her signature clean cut and fresh vision, this Paris-based designer has buttoned up the transitional coat that's usually so tricky in these inconsistent weather months.

Traditionally designed as army apparel, the trench coat is contested territory in fashion as both Aquascutum and Burberry claim its origins. Like many that have been conceived of since the trench coat graduated from military to fashion wear, Bruno's trench bucks a few traditional features. For example: there are no shoulder straps (for we have no use for epaulettes), there is no D-ring through which the belt threads (because we have little need for hand grenades) and silk has no place on the battlefield. Still, not enough features have been lost to forfeit the inherent style that has carried this coat through the years and seasons. The trench coat was so named by those on the front line and what is more ferocious than the front line of fashion? Vanessa Bruno certainly knows that much, and she has prepared us well for battle.

Pandora loves this… because the classiest tattoos come appliquéd onto floor length tulle. Temperley's London swagger has offered up a rock'n'roll alternative for those who shudder at the very thought of the regulation floor-length satin that's so prolific at red carpet events. With the vintage chic of the white tulle and the gypsy aesthetic of the silk crepe de chine 'tattoo' design, this gem of Temperley's circus inspired collection crosses the bohemian glamour-puss divide with great aplomb.

Inspired by her London surroundings and her mother's favourite 1920s lampshades, which she used to cut up to make accessories, Alice launched Temperley in 2000. A full decade later we see the launch of her diffusion line, Alice by Temperley; a move which has allowed her the opportunity to fine tune her mainline collection to an even higher standard of cool luxury. Not only is this luxe Long Tattoo dress the perfect example of the high quality Alice now expects of her mainline collection, it also remains fully on-trend sporting this season's favourite print. Featured in Rodarte and more famously in Chanel's collection, tattoos have been given the fashion seal of approval. What better way to cement Temperley's London edge than to marry this seasons hottest micro-trend to the world of full-on cocktail glamour.

Pandora loves this… because Rick Owens has 'Lightened Up' and in doing so has struck the perfect balance between cool and pretty. This silk dress hangs perfectly, gathered at the front and subtly pleated, doing easy-chic the way only Rick Owens can. The discrete firework printed silk, in a relaxed palette of white and beige, is indicative of Owens spring/summer '10 collection. Demonstrating a branching out from his monochromatic vision but never a departure from his grunge/glamour design ethic.

Renowned for his beautiful waterfall leather jackets, which have gained an almost iconic status, Rick Owens has carved a niche for himself. Since he started his label in 1994 his recognisable aesthetic of angular cuts in a dark colour pallet has earned him a Perry Ellis Emerging Talent award and cult following. And for good reason; Owens skill for cutting an individual and distinct silhouette whilst achieving perfect wearability is what makes his designs a success. And as it turns out, Owens efforts at 'trying to approach pretty' for his spring collection have been to the collection's benefit. Using his dark, sharp aesthetic and applying it to a more romantic pallet means that his spring collection of transparent tops, long coats and angular or billowing dresses, transcend pretty and achieve sculptural beauty. Owens' affords the wearer the same transcendent advantages taking you from pretty to striking in just one dress.