Hawaiian prints, coral necklaces and flip flops have really been left to the surfers or sun bathing junkies of the warmer areas of the world instead of us British folk who celebrate if rain isn’t forecast. However this sudden spurt of sunshine has brought the beach to the streets. It has been questioned and rejected by many. However others are celebrating the excuse to ditch the usual mix of dull navy’s, black’s, greys and sport something a little more colourful and suitable for Summer.

No I’m not just imagining it, it isn’t just desperation to bring some colour into our lives - the designers are dictating it too. Armani has made lycra sandals with a print named Honalulu, Guess has the perfect one-piece swimsuit that is sexy but sophisticated at the same time, and Ashish’s spring 2010 collection is the perfect example of this trend. Floral jewellery is perfect if you want to go all out, hibiscus flower rings are everywhere from on the high street to the pricier Van Cleef & Arpels.

I am currently in Mauii - a Hawaiian island where celebrities such as Whitney Port and Megan Fox have just been seen vacationing in bright colours. So I am experiencing first hand the feeling of what it’s like not to feel equipped for a sunny holiday. Even the men are joining in with Tommy Bahama shirts to match their other halves floral mini dress. I opened my suitcase to an array of....nothing, black, black, black, oh and a lucky grey skirt that made it in there. When you go on your travels this Summer make sure your suitcase is complete with an item that is holiday appropriate, not something that screams ‘I am used to bleak weather’ but something that’ll help you blend with the local folk.

Get the ‘been to the beach’ look with our Short White Shell Beaded Necklace for only £4.99.

By Jasmine Jayyousi - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK.