While I'm a huge fan of a swishy midi or maxi dress, it's actually skirts that anchor my wardrobe in the summer months. I have an especially chic A-line midi skirt from Nobody's Child that I've worn for three summers in a row now - crafted from plain white cotton and featuring a rather feminine broderie anglaise hemline.
But, I've decided it's time to add more colour to my wardrobe this season, especially since we've seen unprecedented sunny weather over the past week (it's predicted to be 22 degrees this Friday in the Capital). Naturally, then, my first port of call was Boden, and unsurprisingly, I was met with a plethora of skirts in especially joyful shades.
The best one I came across? The Emma Maxi Skirt - and not just because it has the same name as me, but because it's genuinely the perfect summer skirt to update my wardrobe, courtesy of A) its bold pink peony hue and B) its 100% linen construction.
Boden Emma Linen Maxi Skirt Pink Peony
Designed with practicality in mind, the midi skirt is the ultimate swishy staple just waiting to be packed into your suitcase. It's all thanks to its chic yet adjustable button-down front, which can be stylishly unbuttoned for a slit-like effect - proving that you can wear a contemporary trend no matter your age.
As for styling, there are plenty of opportunities here. I have a trip to Malta planned come July, and I can already picture myself wearing it with a lightweight white shirt and a pair of flip-flop heels, with the only accessory being a glass of Aperol Spritz in hand.
However, while we remain on UK soil and continue to soak up gloriously sunny spring days, I'd recommend wearing it with a boxy white tee and a shortened trench coat. As for footwear, a pair of classic retro-style sneakers is a great choice - or, if you want to add a touch of adorable, doll-like charm to your outfit, opt for a pair of Mary Jane's.
It also comes in four other patterns and shades. From candy-stripe red and classic navy to bold burnt orange and electric green, there’s a carousel of colours available to shop.
Browse the other colours below - all 15% off too.
Boden Emma Linen Maxi Skirt Bright Cherry and Ivory Stripe
Boden Emma Linen Maxi Skirt Highland Green
Boden Emma Linen Maxi Skirt Burnt Orange
