As all the sales are just about to start I thought it would be worthwhile to take a look at what’s hot for spring 2007. That way, I can pick out those items in the sales that i’ll get use out of over the next six months, rather than buying items from last season that just won’t work when the sun starts shining again.

Stacked heels will be big news for 2007. To be honest i’m not a fan (too many bad memories of wearing clumpy shoes over a decade ago!) but those of you who are fierce followers of fashion will embrace this style i’m sure. From left to right: Dior, Marni, Missoni, Chanel.

Fuschia or hot pink was a prominent colour across many of the runway shows. If you can find something in this colour in the sales then you’re definitely onto a winner. From left to right: Alessandro Dell’Aqcua, Carolina Herrera, Emilio Pucci, Carolina Herrera.

Black and white – the monochrome look – was all over the shows. It was the most evident trend of them all for spring 2007. Such a cute look that comes in and out of fashion. Snap up basics in black and white that can be worn together. Even better search out garments which incorporate both colours, in stripes or similar. From left to right: Celine, Chanel, Emporio Armani, Malandrino.

Cinced in waists with wide belts were a massive look in 2006 and it is still going strong. I never got round to buying a wide black belt so it’s top of my sales wishlist. I’m looking for one that’s not too narrow but not too thick and I don’t want to pay more than about £10 as i’m not sure i’ll still be wearing it come summer. Cute for the next few months though – I really like the look of a wide belt worn over a grey cardigan. Michael Kors is clearly a fan. He used belts with numerous outfits on his runway show:

Metallic bags (silver) are the hottest accessory for spring. Again this a trend that comes in and out of fashion. I recently talked about the metallic Louis Vuitton Miroir Collection but there are lots of gorgeous options out their right now. From left to right: Chanel, Fendi, Gucci, Marc Jacobs. I’ll be looking for a metallic silver evening clutch in the sales.

What are you planning to buy in the sales?