Even if the weather isn’t playing ball, summer is set to arrive soon. Whether that means scorching sunshine or drizzly days are on the horizon, we can’t yet confirm. But what we do know is that we’re desperate for a wardrobe shift, and if the recent warm spell is anything to go by, so is almost everyone else – hello, short shorts and sandals.

Alas, a sundress and straw hat looks a little limp when it’s wet outside, so what can we wear to feel summer-ready while preparing ourselves for possible downpours and teeth-biting breezes? All-white outfits.

Favoured by many a fashion fan, it offers an elegant approach to summer dressing and can be styled in a variety of ways. White jeans and a slogan T-shirt will see you through cooler errand-running days; a white linen suit and crisp shirt will work as the perfect warm weather office look; and a white mini dress and blazer should see you through scorching evening events with ease.

If you’re struggling to style the minimalist shade to make it look as chic as those you see on Instagram, there are a couple of tips and tricks that will help you along the way, all of which we’ve handily shared below.

How to style all-white outfits just in time for summer