Highland Plaid Tiered Maxi Skirt

Tartan in cool jewel tones — cerulean, deep teal, forest green — cut on a slight diagonal so the lines layer rather than line up. It is the most colourful skirt in the shop and still reads as a neutral once there is a white shirt above it.

Two gathered tiers give it the volume, and the lower tier is softly ruffled, which is why it swings as much as it does.

The fabric

A fabric with substantial drape that holds the shape of the tiers while staying soft. Back elastic waistband, flat at the front.

How it fits

Waist 26–30 inches, length 33.5 inches, one size. On a shorter frame the hem sits at the ankle rather than on the floor.

Looking after it

Cold machine wash and hang to dry. It presses easily if you want the seams crisp; a warm iron on the reverse is enough. Wash it with like colours for the first few goes.

For cute fall fashion this is the piece that makes an outfit out of a plain top, and the korean fashion skirt people stop you about on the street — one of very few statement pieces that is also comfortable.