The fascination for fashion inspired by period dramas, which soared to new heights with the TV show Bridgerton, is making a comeback, thanks to a new series inspired by the life of Anne Boleyn, the controversial second wife of Henry VIII. Already swooped up by designers such as Bottega Veneta, Ganni and Molly Goddard for their runway shows, this relatively severe style is a far cry from the fussier pussy bows and floaty ruffles that dominated most of the previous year.

A bold colour, as worn by actor Deepika Padukone, can accentuate the severity of this neckline