Produced in cotton, rayon and parachute nylon, as well as silk, the scarves were intended to brighten up post-war wardrobes with bold colours and patterns.

ECONOMIST: Henry Moore's fabrics

Coming a long way from its original shade of metal grey, duct tape now comes in more than 200 colours and patterns ranging from hot pink to zebra stripes.

BBC: In Ohio, duct tape designs take centre stage

The adult H. axyridis is about 7mm long, slightly larger than the seven-spot ladybird native to the UK. It comes in a range of colours and patterns.

BBC: NEWS | UK | Northern Ireland | Hunt on for 'deadly ladybird'

"They were absolutely fantastic, with amazing colours, height and patterns, " she told BBC News.

BBC: British Firework Championship in Plymouth under way