Cabot Circus - House of Fraser

Often guys can be a little bit scared of colour outside of blue or black. But looking at the House of Fraser show at Cabot Circus, a host of brands really cracked out the brighter shades.

 A red cable knit sweater in a great wide gauge really set the tone for the short show whilst colour blocking was out in force with a host of first looks. Despite now seeming a few seasons away on the catwalk, the blocking trend is very much about commercially - and therefore still around. Tapping into the sportif trend, active wear in all vibrant shades, came onto a look that was entirely nautical but without being satirical.

But whilst casual is king for most of the summer, smartening the look up with some unstructured jackets, sorts and shirts is the best way to go. Teamed with Desert Boots, classic cut chinos or shorts in pastels looked great with neutral tops. As for suiting, grey rules; a nod from the catwalks and easily taken from the High Street.