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Remember when tops came with detachable collars so you could wash them separately and always look your best? Well, here we go again. This black top comes away from its Peter Pan style neck bit so your ''does-it-go-in-the-hot-or-cold-wash?'' dilemmas need worry you no more. Principles continues to do good, stylish pieces for little people - and these capri pants mean you don't have to take them up and lose that all important ankle slit. AB

Black top with detachable collar, pounds 28, black capri pants, pounds 40 both from Principles Petites, branches nationwide in sizes 6-14. Tel: 0171 927 1443 for your nearest stockist.