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The kilt is autumn's biggest skirt trend and Albaray has nailed the look: 13 pieces to shop now
Plus the cosy knits to style with them
The kilt is well and truly back for autumn 2026. Call it the Traitors effect if you want, but every brand lookbook we've seen for the new season includes a kilt skirt. But the brand that's doing it best right now? Albaray. The new collection is full of amazing kilts (and cosy knits to go with them) that combine style with quality and durability.
If you're not familiar with their work, Albaray was founded by three women in 2021 with the ambition to make collections that feel considered, effortless and enduring. Their clothes feel modern but don't date in six months, so you can keep wearing them season after season. Think timeless silhouettes, easy-to-wear pieces and modern details.
The autumn collection is a celebration of the skirt with a range of gorgeous (and effortless) styles, from those kilts to a showstopping split skirt design. Plus, there are lots of cosy knits and jackets to style with them.
These are the full looks we're shopping now.
Somehow, Albaray's kilts manage to look both timeless and modern. The latter is likely thanks to the crisp A-line cut and chic double-buckle detail. The grey plaid and caramel design will look fabulous with this season's chocolate browns, or a clashing Argyle knit...
This Argyle polo will be a real hard worker in your wardrobe. It's another classic piece with a contemporary cut, and we think the colours will work well with the kilt above for an easy clashing checks look.
Chocolate brown is very much the new black right now and it will continue to be the most popular shade this autumn judging by the new collections. This chocolate gingham kilt is probably the most versatile option (alongside the black, currently low on stock) as it will work with every shade this season.
A modern take on the Fair Isle knit, this boxy crew neck jumper sits on the waist and will look equally good with your favourite jeans as it will one of the kilts above.
If you're after a bolder check, this is the skirt for you. In a soft navy and cream, it has more of a front buckle and split than the others on our list.
It's the details that Albaray specialises in, making each piece feel very wearable, yet completely unique. With this chunky jumper, it's the ribbed cuffs and button detail that help it stand out from the sweater crowd. We'd wear with the skirt above and add a pretty high-neck blouse.
This check skirt has all the personality of a kilt, just without the split and buckle detail, which some may prefer. In a grey and black check, it will go with most shades, including a gorgeous cobalt blue.
We love this simple fine-knit jumper in a bold pop of blue. This would also look great with navy tailored trousers for a chic tonal look.
The eagle-eyed among you will have spotted this isn't a kilt, but we had to include this showstopper, which is both high-impact and so easy to wear. We'd style it up with a silk blouse and heels for the office and after-work drinks.
This simple boxy tee is a great shape you'll keep for seasons to come. With a lovely loose fit, it will look great with the statement skirt above, or your favourite barrel-leg jeans.
No, it's not a kilt, but this cord skirt (with pockets) is too comfy not to include. Wrap a gingham shirt around the waist, add a cosy knit and slouchy boots for an oh-so-chic autumn look.
Albaray Chocolate Cosy Drop Shoulder Jumper
Albaray Chocolate Cosy Drop Shoulder Jumper
This cosy chocolate brown jumper will be one of those pieces you wear over and over (it's even got cosy in the name!) and it will go perfectly with the skirt above. Alternatively, try this slouchy V-neck wool blend jumper in a rich red.
When the weather gets colder, you need a check bomber to layer over your kilt + knit combo and this is a great price, especially with 20% off for Good Buys Weekend. It manages to feel both vintage and incredibly modern. Albaray at its best.
