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I tend to shy away from certain stores – mostly the ones that get a bit samey. But sometimes, when you need something quickly, you can rely on those good old faithful high street options to deliver good quality, value for money, off-the-rack pieces.

Take Next, for example. I always felt that their clothing range errs too far on the safe side. Yet for smart office-style women’s clothing, it’s a good choice. I’ve never yet failed to pick up reliable women’s shirts or skirts online or from Next.

Now I have just said all that, I did want to share with you a piece I found in their ladies skirts section. A tartan short skirt with a puffball edge to it, without being overpowering. When you view the piece you can’t help but notice that her entire ensemble is a great look, and you find yourself tempted to purchase the other items. Clever …

Tartan does seem to feature regularly in Next’s designs, but with six pages of skirts to choose from there is something for everyone.

For an up-to-the-minute look, check out the chiffon printed tiered skirt, which is very in style right now and matches precisely the vintage folklore look you might be aiming for. Team it with the boots and the lace neck jersey top in the promotional picture and you will look effortlessly chic

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