'Colour block' is one of the fastest emerging trends set to be popular this summer.

A style that was not anticipated early on by trend forecasters, colour block fuses mass shades of cerise, cobalt blue, greens and yellows with a sporty edge.

Think bulky stripes on maxi dresses toned down by blocks of black or muted tones, or imagine vivid, submarine yellow pumps with a tame-toned outfit and matching accessories.

Carrying this trend off is all about being loud with colour and being conspicuous with summer's biggest tones - blues, yellows and pinks.

The high street chains are bargaining in on this look by stocking up on multi-toned dresses, bright, vivacious tops, and bravely, luminous jeans!

Wear it in accessories or go way out with body-con dresses that cling to your curves a la Christopher Kane, or wear in single form through smock dresses or leggings. The choice is yours.

Giving this trend a faster edge is the sporty theme that is featured in many stores this season.

Leggings with skirts and vests, or sporty shorts with classic one-toned T-shirts see colour become that little bit more playful.

Be wary though, as colour-block is a youthful trend, probably only suitably carried off by those in late teens to mid-20s, or those with enviable bodies.

If you are that little bit more mature but want in on the action, invest in block colour accessories instead.