SUMMER sale madness is in full swing, which can mean only one thing ...

the arrival of exciting new styles on the high street.

While the unpredictable weather means buying floaty frocks might not be the best use of hard-earned cash, you can be sure the early transitional garments at fashion retailer New Look will see you through to autumn with ease.

Gone are the billowing silhouettes of summer in favour of a sharper, more confident look that references 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s influences.

The most eye-catching theme, New Model Army, is a directional take on 60s shapes, with some 80s pop culture thrown in.

Think sharp lines, structured shapes and luxe fabrics on monochrome garments, with colour-popping accents of scarlet and cobalt shades on shift dresses, striking separates, graphic T-shirts and baseball caps.

The Baboushka trend, meanwhile, is a celebration of rich colours, sumptuous fabrics and decadent prints with a folkish influence and a rustic Russian charm.

The Twilight trend has dusty pastels, sheer fabrics and intricate prints, while the knitwear is worn with boho maxi skirts and lace blouses.

If you thought grunge would never see light of day after the 90s, then prepare for a return this season. Watch out for leather pencil skirts, fish-net tights, distressed biker jackets, check shirts and ditsy tea dresses.

Finally, going out clothing at New Look has a definite 70s vibe, with sequin dresses, disco pants, jewelled blouses, chandelier earrings and textured clutches.

FOR INFO: www.newlook.co.uk or call 0500 454094. Stores in Buchanan Street, Sauchiehall Street, Braehead, Silverburn, Parkhead Forge, Glasgow Fort, Clydebank, Kirkintilloch, Paisley, Newton Mearns, Coatbridge, Hamilton, Motherwell, Cumbernauld, East Kilbride, Dumbarton, Greenock, Irvine, Saltcoats, Troon, Kilmarnock and Ayr.