Need neutral inspiration? Look at Kate Garraway's polka dot blouse and crisp white trousers

Kate Garraway just gave us a beautiful take on styling chic, neutral outfits for spring with her white suit trousers and polka dot blouse.

Bright and bold colours will always have their place in our spring capsule wardrobe as we celebrate the finally warm and sunny weather, but neutral, minimal shades are just as perfect for spring with their fresh and crisp look - and Kate Garraway's all-white look proves just that.

There's nothing quite as sophisticated as a head-to-toe white look, and Kate's Phase Eight Bianca Wide Leg Suit Trousers paired with LK Bennett's Sonya Birch & Black Silk Polka Dot Jacquard Blouse create a striking and elegant minimal style. The polka dots lend a playful edge to this smart casual outfit, with the neutral colour and smartly tailored trousers ensuring its undoubtedly grown-up - we're going to rely on this outfit formula all season long.

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Kate's look is a great and simple way to take part in the monochrome outfit trend, with the pairing of easy-to-wear neutral shades and the pop of pattern creating a sophisticated and versatile outfit. We'll be taking this look straight from the office into after-work drinks, with it working perfectly for both occasions.

Suit trousers really had their moment last year and their trendiness is showing no signs of slowing down - and it's clear to see why they are such a wardrobe staple. They give Kate's look here an instantly formal flair thanks to their tailoring and structured front pleat detail, but the wide leg silhouette feels super spring-appropriate thanks to the flowing shape and, of course, the white tone.

While we're always fans of tailored trousers with a t-shirt for a smart casual look, Kate leaned into the formality of her trousers by adding a blouse to this outfit – with its white and black pattern complementing her suit trousers beautifully.

Made from silk, the luxurious fabric of the blouse is only further highlighted by the crisp collar. But the piece also boasts some stunning, ultra-feminine touches, with gently puffed sleeves creating a soft shape while cuffed hems at the wrists emphasise the floating design.

woman&home's Digital Fashion Editor Caroline Parr explains why polka dots are as big as florals this spring: "you simply cannot go wrong with a chic polka dot print, particularly in black and white. Look to some of the most elegant women of all time - like Kate Middleton, Audrey Hepburn and Helen Mirren - and they all love a polka dot.

"It can be much easier to work into your wardrobe than leopard spots, and feels very fresh for this time of year."

While Kate finished off her look with a pair of nude, patent heels and looked fabulous in the chic footwear, slipping into your best white trainers (that have been cleaned using expert-approved tips on how to clean white shoes) will create an equally dressed-up look that's more easily worn day-to-day.

Swapping out her suit trousers for some white jeans is another way to change up Kate's outfit formula while still emulating it. Nude heels would pair just as well with the denim staple, or a pair of white trainers would give a more casual feel to this take on the look.