WHEN it comes to tricky trends, culottes could be at the top of the list.

But if worn the right way, long shorts will inject a fresh look into your spring wardrobe.

To stop yourself from looking frumpy pair culottes with a structured top.

If you feel like earning fashion brownie points then match your top with the bottoms. Style editors championed this look at the recent global fashion weeks.

Try this outfit from Topshop, pictured, which has a stylish leaf print.

Wear with strappy sandals for a laid back evening look.

Another option is to try a Breton stripe top or white blouse and tuck it in to your culottes.

Pick this black and white pair from Phase Eight for an effortless take on the trend.

The rules when it comes to footwear is that anything goes.

First-time wearers might be tempted to go for heels to lengthen the legs.

But also try wearing trainers, sandals or boots to see what else works.

Culottes let you show off your footwear so whatever you opt for is a statement.

Many fashionistas are also wearing their culottes with brogues or loafers for an an androgynous look.

For those looking for a pair to take on holiday, try a white pair, like these from F&F at Tesco.

Teamed with a vest top they will make a pleasing change from denim.

Jumpsuits shouldn't be snubbed either.

Go for a fail-safe black piece, like this jumpsuit from Very, for a chic party outfit.

The strapless detail at the top will balance out the voluminous bottoms.

M&Co's jumpsuit, pictured here, will also work for daytime.

When all else fails go for colour. Culottes are not about blending in so try jazzy prints.

This £14 pair from Primark and loud orange and black pair by Miss Selfridge fit the bill.

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Model wears culotte jumpsuit, £49, cross-body pack colour bag, £22, long pendant necklace £12, pointed court shoes, £22, M&Co

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Model wears Sinead crepe blouse £55, Helen leather satchel £99, Dorothy culotte £69, Erica leather gladiator £69, Diane cuff £20, Phase Eight

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Floral culottes, £14, Primark

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Model wears cape leaf print culottes, £42, leaf print wrap back top, £34, Topshop

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White culottes, £18, F&F

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Culotte jumpsuit, £59, Very

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Orange and black floral culotte, £39, Miss Selfridge

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