If miniskirts are an asset to any wardrobe, maxis are a sartorial non-negotiable for the in-between season. Dressed up and down, a floor-sweeping skirt feels effortlessly chic and sophisticated.

In order to waft around without breaking a sweat, wear a silk ankle-grazing skirt with a coordinating tank top and strappy embellished heels for elegant nights out and dinners with friends. Prefer a more casual look? Swap out high shoes for chunky white trainers and a graphic T-shirt.

If the weather takes a turn for the better (hallelujah!), we recommend light and airy linen wraparound skirts with deep pockets or A-line button-down numbers as the best options. Our pick is this cotton utility variation from Marks & Spencer (£32.50).

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