I’ve Just Discovered NEXT’s Best-Kept Secret—Plus the Trending Skirt Style and Workwear Pieces Worth Your Attention

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Welcome to What Lily Loves, a personal edit of the pieces, places, and ideas currently inspiring me. Think of it as your insider guide to what’s shaping my wardrobe and daily rituals. From standout finds and under-the-radar designers to shopping destinations, cultural hotspots—from restaurants and theatres to podcasts—here are the latest discoveries I’m loving.

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The Over-The-Knee Boot

Black Forever Comfort® Leather Over the Knee Boots

Boot season is here, and for autumn/winter, over-the-knee boots were a hero style on the catwalk, which have fortunately already filtered down to the high street. Investing in a pair of leather boots is always a priority for me, which is why these over-the-knee boots have gone straight into my basket. Style them over leggings with a longline jumper for more casual days, or wear them with a pair of skinny jeans and an oversized blazer for meetings.

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Kilts

Inspired by the great outdoors, designers have leaned heavily into heritage fabrics this season, and in particular the Kilt. There is a style, fabric, and print to suit all and NEXT has some of my favourites. From box pleats to slimmer concertina folds, simply choose your favourite, add your go-to cashmere knit and knee-high boots and you're good to go.

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Check Pleated Midi Kilt

Indigo Pleated Denim Kilt

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Workwear Essentials

As someone who predominantly wears colour, the fact that I’ve chosen to share NEXT’s latest drop of workwear staples in a cleansing palette of grey is proof of just how good it is. Make the grey wool maxi coat your one-and-done outerwear investment, taking you from your everyday commute through to party season. The collection also offers a modern take on workwear favourites, including a collarless blazer, a peplum-hem shirt and a pair of stirrup leggings. NEXT’s premium cashmere is some of the softest I’ve tried, while these square-toe leather ankle boots are my ultimate everyday autumn footwear of choice.

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Grey Wool Rich Maxi Coat

Light Grey Tailored Collarless Jacket

White Long Sleeve Peplum Shirt

Black Ponte Stirrup Leggings

Grey Cashmere Crew Neck Knit Jumper

Black Leather Forever Comfort® Ankle Boots

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N.Premium

The NEXT N.Premium range is quite possibly its best kept secret. The collection sits at a slightly higher price point but is the shopping solution for the more discerning customer looking for premium fabrics and details. With added design features and recycled wool in this belted fringed coat or designer-inspired footwear, made to last, be sure to bookmark this page.

N.premium Single Breasted Blazer

N. Premium Leather High Cut Pointed Flats

N.premium Hand sewn Fringe Scarf Coat

N.premium Twisted Seam Barrel Leg Jeans

N.premium Cashmere Jumper

N.premium Leather Chisel Toe Shoe Boots

Lily Russo-Bah joined Marie Claire UK as Fashion Director in 2024. With over 18 years of experience in fashion editorial and e-commerce across print and digital, she has delivered industry-leading editorial content, creative direction, and social strategy.

Lily is responsible for shaping and executing the magazine’s new fashion repositioning and content strategy. Her flair for trend spotting and distinctive editorial vision mean Marie Claire UK readers are always one step ahead of the game.

She is a passionate supporter of female empowerment, diversity and sustainability and in her new role she is thrilled to be able to support female founders, to highlight the diverse talent in the fashion industry and to give a platform to brands making a positive social impact in the world.