Guardian Fashion picks 10 skirts for the summer

Jigsaw: Linen says: "I may look great, but I'm not afraid of a bit of rumple from time to time". In a pencil form, the cream coloured skirt is given instant Euro-chic. £89 (Buy)
Photograph: Jigsaw

Alice By Temperley: Royal blue is all the rage thanks to the Duchess. And if gold studs don't say "I've got a home in every county" then we don't know what does. (Buy- SALE- down from £165 to £66)
Photograph: Alice By Temperley

Jaeger: Jaeger has a knack for edging towards a flashy print without over-stepping the mark into "LOOK AT ME" territory. We love this animal print above the knee number. (Buy- SALE- from £130 to £49)
Photograph: Jaeger.com

Karen Millen: For those wanting to dip a tentative toe into the blindingly bright pool of colour blocking, start with white and black. It's like gently easing yourself in at the shallow end. (Buy- SALE- from £105 to £50)
Photograph: Karen Millen

Mango: A high waist can be hard to pull off but going for the casual, bunched-up look- especially with a big belt- is a good way to cheat. (Buy- SALE - from £39.90 down to £11.97)
Photograph: Mango.com

New Look: Pleated midi skirts are everywhere at the moment, which is a Good Thing because they look fantastic. Especially in a softened rust colour, like this one. (Buy £29.00)
Photograph: newlook.com

Paul Smith: You'll have noticed a fair but of tie-dye around these days, and you've probably spotted the odd animal print. This skirt manages to combine the two and yet still looks gorgeous. Go figure. (Buy- SALE- from £210 down to £158)
Photograph: Paul Smith

Topshop: Many are of the opinion that florals are best when sparingly applied. If you are of such an opinion, then this quietly lovely above the knee skirt is for you. £30 (Buy)
Photograph: topshop.com

Topshop: And for those of you who prefer a floral pattern with a bit more to offer, this midi skirt from Topshop balances a busy print with a delicate texture. (Buy £53.00)
Photograph: Topshop.com

Whistles: A good chunk of width on the waist band is the defining touch on this orange striped skirt from Whistles. Something to hang onto for autumn too. (Buy- SALE - from £95 down to £55) Photograph: whistles.co.uk