This season it is all about the statement skirt, from bold colours and vibrant prints to sculptured forms. Giles had fun with a wild goat hair creation and we suggest if you want to be noticed, invest in a skirt
Both by Giles from farfetch.com
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Model: Jessiann at Models 1
Hair and Make-up: Juliana Sergot
Photograph: Kevin Foord
Paul Smith has collaborated with The Henry Moore Foundation. Given access to Moore’s graphics, drawings and sculpture archive Smith has created bold patterns and textures across his designs. This skirt will certainly turn heads this season, we suggest teaming with a simple knit and knee high boots
From paulsmith.co.uk Photograph: PR
Ever since we saw this at the Autumn Winter press day we have been counting down the days until it hit the stores. You can't get more 'statement' than full skirted leather, it looks great with a simple colbalt blue top
Principles by Ben de Lisi from debenhams.com Photograph: Andrew Rank/PR
D.P. has some great pieces in at the moment, we are officially impressed. Mustard or orche is a key colour this season, a slighlty calmer alternative to the 'must-have' red, yet still happily bright
From dorothyperkins.com Photograph: PR
There is something very pleasing about a semi-sheer skirt hem flashing a bare leg at this time of year. Hurry though this is a trend that will only last as long as the autumn sun
From topshop.com Photograph: PR
This skirt ticks more trend boxes than you can wish for, the midi length, metallic brocade print all lead to the perfect statement skirt. Perfect for a cocktail party or chic night on the town
From asos.com Photograph: PR
The wide waistband and knife pleating give this beautiful moth print skirt a sharp look, perfect for winter with a chunky roll neck knit and flat boots
From reissonline.com Photograph: Martin Eidemak/PR
Red is the perfect way to make a statement. The tiny stud and zip detail give this skirt a designer feel. For a bold look wear with a contrasting red polo neck and black knee-high boots, tres chic
From marksandspencers.com Photograph: PR
Two trends in one with this Sixties snakeskin mini skirt. We suggest wearing it with a black polo neck and beatnik patent loafers
Michael by Michael Kors from my-wardrobe.com Photograph: PR
A staple for your winter wardrobe, we love a grey pleated skirt and the pop of red on the waistband gives the skirt a little twist. Perfect with a snakeskin ankle boot, it's on our shopping list
From cosstores.com Photograph: PR
Team Observer love this ladylike skirt. The forties trend is one of our favourites and this tweed number is the perfect balance of prim and sexy
By D&G from stylebop.com Photograph: PR
