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The dazzling prize in our latest competition is £250-worth of  jewels from by Brilliant, the fine jewellery collection that specialises in ravishing necklaces, rings, pendants and earrings (like the pair, right, £175),created from amazing lab created diamonds. In classic and contemporary designs,the beautiful jewels, are flawless, and like diamonds, they last forever. To be entered in the draw to win, just answer the question correctly. But don't wait too long, it closes midnight on Monday, May 14.

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We have the fabulous outfits to ensure you are first past the post in the Ascot style stakes. We show you where to buy your fabulous Ascot outfit, and the head-turning hat to accompany it. And we have paid attention to the new Ascot dress code, so we know what you can (and cannot) wear in the Royal Enclosure and the Grandstand.

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Stasia are designers of beautiful ladies footwear and accessories - gorgeously stylish shoes, slippers and baby booties. They have been featured in Hello, House & Garden and Vogue and you now have the opportunity to buy with an exclusive 20% discount offer for SoSensational.  Just enter SOSENSATIONAL at the checkout.  But don't delay, this offer only runs until 20 May.

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Amazing discounts on unboxed Elizabeth Arden products at Direct Cosmetics, including Ceramide Face & Throat Time Capsules, now £28 instead of £56. But it's all selling fast, and the offer only runs until tomorrow, so buy now!

Products are all 100% original, in perfect condition and not out of date - they are reduced because the boxes were damaged in transit.

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The Dressing Room, which is featured in the SoSensational Directory, picked up a top prize at Footwear & Accessories Awards presented by the leading trade publication, Drapers. The stylish St Albans boutique won for Best Accessories (independent and Multiple) at  the prestigious event, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane.

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NoLogo’s definitive, timeless, jersey dresses are made in Italy, in the best fabric with a little stretch for a fantastic fit. Perfect for summer social occasions or under a jacket for work. And you can save 10% with SoSensational's exclusive offer code. Just enter SENS10 at the checkout. This pretty flower-print is usually £99. There are other prints and plains in lots of colours, brights and neutrals.

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The dazzling prize in our latest competition is £250-worth of  jewels from by Brilliant, the fine jewellery collection that specialises in ravishing rings (like the eternity ring, right, at £215), necklaces, earrings and pendants created from amazing lab created diamonds. The beautiful jewels, in classic and contemporary designs, are flawless in cut, clarity and colour - and like diamonds, they will last forever. To be entered in the prize draw to win, just answer the question correctly.

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From now on, we may all be a teeny bit envious of those who shop at high street plus-size brand, Evans. They have brought on board the clever UK design duo Clements Ribeiro, whose brilliant debut collection for spring/summer features gorgeous dresses, tops, trousers and the most adorable intarsia cardigan. Prices are good, too, with the cardi at £40 and dresses from £50.

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If you are searching for gorgeous plus-size clothing, we have the new collections for day, evening and resort wear here, now, for you to shop, including top US brands from Bloomingdales like Eileen Fisher, Lafayette 148, Rachel Pally White Label and Tadashi Yoji who makes this stunner (right, £513). There are also gorgeous pieces from UK collections including Wall, Boden, M&S and Zandra Rhodes.

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Elinor Cambray, showcased in the SoSensational Directory, handcrafts her beautiful, nature-inspired jewellery. Using silver, gold and gemstones, she creates delicate, beautiful bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings (like the pair, right), for everyday wear, through to exquisite pieces for evenings and special occasions. For something truly unique and special, Elinor specialises in bespoke jewellery.

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Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, the UK's biggest charity fashion campaign, raising money for the life-saving work of Breakthrough Breast Cancer, is on now! Loads of leading British brands are on board, including M&S, Debenhams, Laura Ashley and Coast. And you can buy them all on SoSensational. Every garment in the FTBC collection, including the gorgeous, 50s inspired "Beach Hut" print dress (right) from Laura Ashley, £110, carries a minimum donation of 30% to the Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

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The Green Boutique dress agency in St Albans, Herts, which is showcased in the SoSensational Directory, is holding a Preview Evening on Thursday, May 10 from 7 to 9.30pm.  Browse the new arrivals and get 10% off if you spend over £75. They sell pre-loved  clothing and accessories at a fraction of the original price, from leading designer labels including Gucci, Burberry, Prada and Stella McCartney, as well as top-end high street brands. Don’t miss this chance to top up your spring/summer wardrobe.

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Yup, we have two exclusive offers for you to save cash on beautiful bags. There's 15% off for first-time buyers with the lush, Italian leather bags of Ella Valentine (right), and 10% off the gorgeous eco-conscious collection of totes, grab-bags and clutches made from recycled materials. To take advantage of the first-time buyer offer at Ella Valentine, just enter SENSE15 at checkout, and to buy the Clashells bags, just enter sosen10 at the checkout. And there's also free shipping at Ella Valentine, but only until Sunday, May 6.

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We know the weather has been rainy and cold, but at some point - regardless of the weather - we all need to top up our spring wardrobe, and we have all the gorgeous pieces to tempt you (including the most divine gold tote bag which is irresistible for holidays)... plus dresses (like the peplum one, right, £350), skirts, jeans, blouses and, of course, trenchcoats in case the rain keeps on falling...

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Naturally, when we edit collections, we always choose the best pieces to show you, but we also have a page where we pick the items we especially love, which we think deserve a place in your wardrobe. Our latest "Picks" include a superbly tailored jacket by Amanda Wakeley, which ticks all the boxes for style and longevity, and an adorably pretty, long-sleeve tunic dress in the season's favourite bold print which at £20 is a no-brainer for summer. Plus we have a ravishing knit top, stylish acessories and a beautiful biker jacket...

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Latest arrival on the SoSensational Directory is Clashells, the UK stockist for the gorgeous and stylish Nahui Ollin "green" accessories line, which includes fabulous clutches, totes, grab-bags, purses, phone cases, wash bags and bracelets. Each piece is handmade in Mexico by local artisans, who process recycled new, but faulty, sweet wrappers. Most of these gorgeous bags are under £100, and you can save 10% if you buy through SoSensational. Just add the code...

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If the SoSensational Directory introduced you to the luxe new brand Hayley Menzies, you may think the collection is all about luscious cashmere shawls. It's not; the clever ex-model Hayley trawls the world to find gorgeous bags, jewellery and summer pieces, too, like the Eivissa maxi (right), which is the perfect pool-side frock that will also take you to dinner under the stars.

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Yes, we know it feels like February and we all want to wrap up in winter coats, but there are fabulous spring pieces out there and it makes sense to have the pick of the collections now so that when the sun shines, and the temperatures creep up, you will be ready. We have gorgeous pieces from your favourite brands, including easy-to-wear dresses, tailored jackets, tops and fabulous accessories, including this zingy lemon knit (right) by ALC at £230, guaranteed to bring some sunshine into your life...

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If you need some guidance on choosing the perfect dress for any occasion, House of Fraser, has some for you. With their extensive collections from a huge array of brands, both in-store and online, they have frocks for every occasion, from a day out in the city or by the sea, to a black-tie dinner or cocktails. Read the advice and see the irresistible frocks...

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If you are looking for the perfect frock for spring and summer, especially for weddings and holidaywear, take a look at Phase Eight, where SoSensational has 20% off dresses including wedding and occasion wear and this gorgeous draped dress (right) now down to £79.20 from £99. But the offer is only valid until midnight on Friday, April 27th, so take a look now or you might miss out...

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There are just five days left to enter our latest competition to win £250-worth of swimwear from the stunning Heidi Klein collection. Heidi Klein, who specialises in great-fitting swimsuits, bikinis, beachwear and hats for year-round sunshine holidays, has teamed up with SoSensational to offer £250-worth of swimwear, which includes the utterly divine Laguna swimsuit (right) at £180. To be entered in the prize draw to win, just answer the simple question correctly, before midnight next Monday.

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We love truffling out fabulous new brands for you - brands which you won't find everywhere. The latest we are thrilled to showcase is the fabulous online jewellery boutique, Lulu Winter, who offers beautiful jewellery by The Branch, Rodgers & Rodgers, Missoma, Coeur de Lion and lots more. Alongside the gold-plated Sterling silver, we especially love the totally original pieces crafted from lustrous rosewood, like the bracelet (right)  in rosewood and Sterling silver, £70.

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Victoria Jane Millinery is another off-the-high-street "find", offering original and stylish millinery inspired by the classic styles of film noir and the vintage styles of the 1900s and 1920s to create ready-to-wear and bespoke hats that add glamour to any occasion. Each hat is individually blocked or hand sculpted and then embroidered or embellished with print, crystal or pearls to create something totally original.

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If your feet don't fit into the standard UK sizes, and you despair of finding fabulous shoes in your size, smile because we have found the solution. The Katie Long online boutique is the place for gorgeous shoes, sandals and boots , including flats, wedges, mid-heels and stilettos in sizes 42 to 45 and at great prices, from £35 upwards.

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We know how you have to slog round the shops to find the perfect frock for that big summer party, or a spring wedding. We have done the leg-work for you, and found all the gorgeous dresses from all your favourite brands. Whether you want something totally on-trend, discreet and reserved or drop-dead glamorous, we have it for you to buy, try on in the privacy of your own home and love (or return...).

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Betty TV is launching a new series to find Britain’s best shoppers and has asked SoSensational to help them find savvy shoppers  to take part. They are looking for women with a passion for fashion and are confident with their own look and style. If you are a shopping queen, they want to hear from you. Chosen contestants will have free run of a top fashion department store and compete in style challenges to win a luxury prize.

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We have fabulous new spring arrivals for you - gorgeous blouses, desirable dresses, skirts (like the gorgeous Great Plains one, £61 right) in all of the season's favourite shapes, jackets for work and weekends, tote bags and clutch bags, and shoes that will complete your look. Take a look at all the new arrivals now.

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The Hollywood remake of The Great Gatsby, starring Carey Mulligan* and Leonardo di Caprio - to be released in December - together with the third series of Downton Abbey, set in the 1920s, means we are set for a revival in 1920s-style glamour. In our guest blog Julia O'Hara from Disgraceful Grace, points out that accessories are a short-cut to the style.

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*Picture courtesy of Grazia Magazine

Make your next holiday the most glamorous yet... don't miss your chance to win £250-worth of Heidi Klein swimwear in our latest competition. All year round, Heidi Klein offers a huge range of stylish and practical swimsuits, bikinis, beachwear and accessories. And it's not just about gorgeous styling, but also fabulous fitting and brilliant shapes. To be entered in the draw to win £250-worth of Heidi Klein branded swimwear, just answer the question correctly.

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Please take a look at the stunning bags by Ella Valentine, the latest arrival to the SoSensational galleries. Ella Valentine selects the finest Italian leathers for all of their bags. Only butter-soft, tumbled calfskin and smooth, fine-grain leather is used and the bags are then hand produced in small quantities by artisans in Italy. By being an online boutique, Ella Valentine can offer premium quality and high fashion at tempting prices, like the Lola tote  (right) available in five colours, at £185.

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If you love designer labels but hate the huge price tags, take a look at our Vintage pages. You will find beautiful dresses, skirts, suits and tops by leading designers including Chanel, Balenciaga, Moschino, Valentino, and YSL. Some items are classic, but some are totally on trend by virtue of a particular trend having come around again, like the Hermes print  top (right) £490. And most pieces from top labels are infinitely more affordable than contemporary collections ...

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Although we concede that trousers are very strong for spring, we should also remind you that skirts are a key trend. And best of all, you have lots of choices in skirts. There are maxis, midis, pencil-skirts - on the knee and over-the-knee - cocoon skirts, wrap skirts and easy-to-wear softly gathered skirts (like the Great Plains one, right, at £46). We have them all in our new spring skirts pages - just choose the one (or two) you love the most.

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Spring is here, which means thinking about new shoes to go with those spring colours and fabrics. And again you have lots of choices, from the elegant little pointed-toe, kitten heel pumps (like the Ferragamo pair, right) which work so well with slimline, ankle-skimming trousers, cropped jeans, a pencil skirt or a retro-inspired dress, to wedge-heel sandals, ballerina flats, fierce strappy gladiator sandals, or glammy stilettos. And we have them all, just pick your perfect pair...

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Whether you have to find a birthday or anniversary gift, something to celebrate a new arrival, or father's day, Angel Traces specialise in hand crafting unique items of personalised silver jewellery. Affordable and eco-friendly, their range, includes bespoke charms, beads, pendants and cufflinks, with every piece lovingly handmade for the recipient to treasure forever. And until midnight on May 27th, you receive a special 10% discount with SoSensational. Just add this special code at checkout: DAD10

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There is just a week left to win this gorgeous grab-bag in sizzling red in our latest competition. In ostrich-finish leather with interior pockets and brass trim, it is perfect to wear with all your spring looks. Retailing at £345, we are giving away the bag as first prize in our latest competition, with a goody bag containing at least £50-worth of treats as runner-up prize. To be entered in the prize draw to win, just answer the simple question.

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If you haven't yet discovered the uber-stylish collection from James Lakeland, you are in for a treat. Made in Italy from beautiful fabric sourced personally by James in Como, Modena and other famous fabric centres, what shines out in the dresses, knits, skirts, trousers, jackets and coats (many up to size 20), is a desire to created clothes that fit properly and flatter the wearer...

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If you love witty and beautiful accessories, take a look at the latest addition to SoSensational, Disgraceful Grace. There are adorable clutch bags, exquisite bracelets, bangles, necklaces, earrings and cuffs, and lots more to tempt you. They seek out versatile pieces, both classic and totally on-trend, that will inject lustre, colour and texture into your wardrobe well beyond a single occasion or the current fashion season.

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Beautiful blouses and tops, stunning skirts, desirable dresses... we have them all from My Wardrobe. Brands to tempt you include Tibi, Day, Birger et Mikkelsen, By Malene Birger, See by Chloe, Marc Jacobs and Equipment. If you need to top up your spring wardrobe, do take a look right now, because the best pieces get snapped up fast.

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Eden is a fashion boutique in Stockbridge, close to Edinburgh city centre. But for those of you who don't live north of the border, it is also an on-line boutique offering exclusive, individual womenswear, accessories and jewellery from designers and brands across the UK, Spain and Italy. Labels include Hoss Intropia, Desigual, Selected Femme, Anna Scott, B Young and Valour & Valkyrie, plus jewellery by Big Metal.

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We know that, if you are marrying late or remarrying you probably won't want the meringue dress, so we have found beautiful, low-key dresses, suits and coats that are not only utterly gorgeous, but totally appropriate for every kind of celebration. Lots are variations on white, but there are also colours, because we know that sometimes the perfect colour is a better choice...

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We know that for religious or cultural reasons - or just because you want to be modest as a lifestyle choice - some of you want clothing that covers your shoulders and tops of arms, and is long enough to cover your knees. Some women want even more coverage, so we have dresses, blouses and skirts that do at least the minimum - shoulders, and knee-length skirts and dresses - and do it in style...

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Don't miss out on the HUGE reductions (up to 50%) on all your favourite designer bags, including Valentino, Moschino, Nina Ricci, Balmain, Tory Burch, DVF and many more including the stunning Azzuro bag (right) now £460.60, down from £658, at Monnier Freres. But don't hang around (pun intended), the offer ends on April 12th

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You can win this stunning LK Bennett bag in our latest competition. A gorgeous grab-bag in sizzling red, it is made in ostrich-finish leather and is perfect to wear with all your spring looks. Retailing at £345, we are giving away the bag as first prize in our latest competition, along with a goody bag to the value of at least £50 as runner-up prize. To be entered in the prize draw, you just have to answer the question correctly...

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Whether you just want a new bag or scarf, or you want to rebuild your wardrobe from shoes upward, we have everything you are looking for. See the newest pieces, from the high street to the designers, in our New Arrivals pages, or go to the separate fashion sections to find items in more depth... But don't miss out, because this season more  than ever, apparel and accessories are selling out very fast, so if you love something, buy it, or it really will be gone forever...

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You may be heading for the sun over Easter, or maybe not till summer, but if you are looking for swimwear and beach cover-ups, we have the most fabulous, from top swimwear designers like Melissa Odabash and Gottex, to the best of the high street. And we have the gorgeous little kaftans and sarongs you need to take you from beach to poolside lunch, or to the bar for a sundowner.

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We have been finding the pieces we absolutely love for you (and for us, as it happens) for the latest Jan & Cyndy's Picks. There is rather a lot of orange (like the insanely gorgeous and eye-wateringly pricey Carven jacket, right) - which is not only one of the season's hottest colours, but a Cyndy favourite. And there are some mouthwateringly pretty pale bags and clothing, too - because those are Jan's favourite shades. Take a look and let us know if you agree with our choices...

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The landmark Esher fashion shop, Bernard Boutique has grown in 40 years from a single shop into three linked stores offering  top international designers, including Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Vanessa Bruno,Moncler and many more. Owner-buyer Helene Rapaport is adventurous in her style and has created  a haven for directional style in apparel, accessories and occasionwear. And her style is now available to everyone via the online boutique, www.bernardboutique.com

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Ambiance, a new boutique in our sensational Store Directory, is so brilliant at mother-of-the-bride (and groom) outfits, they have won awards for it! The shop, in Colchester, Essex, has a huge range of leading UK and international brands, including Condici, Ispirato, Presen, Carina and Luis Civit. As well as personal service, they offer a full range of accessories, making it a one-stop shop for important wedding guests.

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There's a week left of our latest competition in which you can win this luscious cream cashmere shawl from leading luxury brand, Hayley Menzies. The Chelsea shawl - perfect to wrap up on holiday or on chilly spring evenings is worth £235 and is is part of the luxe collection of shawls, bags, jewellery and kaftans from Hayley Menzies. To be entered in the prize draw to win, just answer the simple question.

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The sun is out and it's even giving some heat, which means spring clothes stop being an abstract concept, and become something we need to engage with. The jacket is the hottest garment for spring, and we have five pages of the hottest new jackets, from the top designers all the way to the best of the high street. And we have all of spring's key shapes - blazers, tuxedos, reworked bikers, Chanel-esque edge-to-edge jackets (like the MaxMara one, right) and cropped and curvy Audrey Hepburn numbers. Just pick yours...

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Let's not be in denial: this is the UK, so there are going to be chilly and rainy days over the spring and summer months. That means we all need a great cover-up in our wardrobe, and we have the best of the collections, from the hot designer labels to the most brilliant high street destinations. We have trench coats - on-the-knee and short versions - raincoats, parkas, and pretty coats with a decidedly retro feel from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Just find yours...

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That near-extinct species, the skirt suit, is making a comeback as part of the season's tailoring revival. We have some of the best, from the gorgeous draped jackets and skirts by Vivienne Westwood, to colour-pop formal ones by MaxMara, and the gorgeous reworked biker jacket and matching cocoon skirt by Carven (right). Plus all the dresses and skirts with matching jackets from Reiss and LK Bennett. If you mean business or have a fabulous formal occasion coming up, find yours now...

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We have all the gorgeous new spring collections for curvy girls, including top US brands which may be new to you. From across the Atlantic, we have beautiful evening wear from Rachel Pally and Tadashi Shoji, great casuals from Eileen Fisher Plus-Size, and totally on-trend pieces from Lafayette 148, like the red leather jacket, right. We also have fabulous UK brands like Gina Bacconi, Helene Berman, Anna Scholz, Joseph Ribkoff and Gerry Weber. Find your favourite piece now...

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If you are petite, we feel your pain - we know you have trouble finding the pieces that fit your smaller frame. We have gorgeous petite collections from the UK, with jackets, dresses, tunics, trousers and tops from Vivienne Westwood Petites, Boden, Minuet Petite, Precis Petite and M&S, plus the leading US petites brands and the new-to-the-UK label Les Petites, from France. Find your perfect petite pieces for spring, here, now...

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Hedderwicks London transforms traditional top hats into a fabulously stylish fashion option for women, with every top hat crafted using traditional techniques. But top hats are just one of the gorgeous options at Hedderwicks: their couture label offers hand-embroidered and embellished hats and headpieces that are the perfect accessory for a bride, bridesmaid, wedding guest or for a glamorous race meeting.

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Un Capello, a small family-run business in the heart of Wales, creates beautiful, hand-crafted bespoke fascinators and hats which are perfect for every kind of occasion, including weddings, formal events, evening occasions, proms, Ascot and other glamorous race meetings.

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You can win a sublime shawl in luscious, cream cashmere, trimmed with recycled fox fur, by leading luxury brand Hayley Menzies. The Chelsea shawl, worth £235, is part of the luxe collection of shawls, bags, jewellery and kaftans from Hayley Menzies. To be entered in the prize draw to win, just answer the simple question.

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Whether you are the mother-of-the-bride, or merely a guest, and but haven't yet found your perfect outfit, we have it. Whatever the type of celebration, we have the frock, the dress and jacket or the suit that will be perfect for the occasion. And we also have the wedding accessories you want to go with it - the bag, shoes, hat and jewellery, including exclusive and bespoke items available through our Store Directory...

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It sounds counter-intuitive because you want something new, but there are truly beautiful vintage pieces out there, many by top labels such as Chanel, Yves St Laurent and Valentino, and while the most desirable are not cheap, you can pick up an original for a quarter of the price as new... and they are all beautifully made in exquisite fabrics like the Chanel suit (right) at £1,250. But if you see it, and it's your size, don't hesitate, as these aren't repeatable.

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