Tropical Breeze Skirt

Right. Imagine the most laid-back wide-leg skirt, but with all the practicality of pants - this isn’t some mid-century sitcom dream sequence, it’s a proper game-changer for anyone who wants to swan about in serious style with none of the usual faff. It starts with a gloriously fitted high waistband that’s clean at the front and gathered at the back (hello, after-dinner comfort), then swoops right into these majorly voluminous panels. On a windy day, it floats around in that “yes, I’m wearing something fabulous” kind of way without ever threatening to become truly unwearable or wrap itself around your head.

And while one might expect this much volume to come with fiddly pleats or pockets everywhere, it just… doesn’t. It’s unfussy. Streamlined. All business up top and party from the knees down. The hemline is long and unapologetic – this isn’t shy about drama – but feels every bit as effortless as slipping on a maxi skirt. And it really is just as breezy as it looks. Some days feel like sarong weather, but this skirt lets everyone pretend to be a grown-up while getting away with that same “barely there” feeling - minus any see-through panic (it’s opaque). The gentle drape is only enhanced by the lightweight fabric, flowing in waves when walking and allowing subtle movement throughout.

This fabric is made for year-round wear but is especially brilliant on warm days and balmy nights - even if your idea of paradise is more backyard barbecue than a five-star resort. Still, no reason to not imagine you’re somewhere more interesting with those sweeping leafy prints and lush botanical options - they’re detailed enough that they look like art but bold enough that you don’t need much else going on outfit-wise to make an impression.

It’s straightforward enough to become a quick favourite: soft waistband, easy fit, basic style, fully opaque polyester that moves well and refuses to crinkle up if you happen to forget about ironing (again). And it goes straight into the wash at 30 without shrinking or losing print vibrancy. No lining needed or added bulk to mess with its careful tailoring.

There’s not much point owning “resortwear” that only works for three weeks a year - this brings versatility right into your regular wardrobe rotation as well as on holidays (or when you want others to think you’ve just come back from one). There are small buttons or a zip hidden along the side - because who needs those ruining sleek lines? The gathered panel along the back waistband delivers adjustability while keeping its silhouette totally seamless from every angle.

It's everything you want out of high-quality casual wear: easy care, effortless style, year-round versatility and breathable fabric that actually does what it says on the label (“machine wash cold, tumble dry low”). Plus there are heaps of prints so one can own a dozen without feeling guilty - all while knowing this breezy skirt will never go out of fashion or ever let you down.