Personal shopper Sam Wylie-Harris helps you to strike a pose in stylish winter whites

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Play footsie... perfect for padding around the house, these cosy ankle socks will stop you slipping on polished floors. Falke Cuddle Pad Socks, £18, from John Lewis.

Pearly queen... add some winter glamour to your favourite sweater with these pearl and onyx faux beads.

Butler & Wilson Faceted Bead Cluster 43cm necklace (item no 339588), £58, from QVC. For stockists, visit qvcuk.com

Simple tailoring... designed in the style of a painter's smock, this crisp white shirt, above right, should inspire budding artists. Pin-tuck swing shirt, £70, from The White Company. See thewhitecompany.com

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From catwalk to closet... a white handbag with laser-cut detailing is a spring wardrobe essential, and John Rocha has it nailed with this glamorous handheld bag. Dome bag, £89, by John Rocha for Debenhams.

Baby on board... This cute baby carrier from Ergobaby, will keep little ones snug and warm with its sheepskin trim and quilted lining, which can be removed when the temperature rises.

There's also a detachable handmuff for mums. Ergo limited edition winter carrier, £150, from Huggle. For stockists, visit huggle.com

Pansy print...add a splash of colour to the white in this long robe and banish those winter blues. Per Una floral printed wrap, £25, from Marks & Spencer.