For over 2 years this gold satin Marks&Spencer skirt has hung unworn in my wardrobe. I loved it, my husband wasn’t so keen, (not that I’d let that stop me!) I was also about 10 pounds heavier the last time I put it on, and it definitely looks better now. I’d seen lots of people styling up summery satin slip dresses with big jumpers so it occurred to me, that I could do the same with this skirt and it’s a renewed love.

The colour is neutral which means it will go with just about any colour from black to cream as well as brights. So using other items I already own here’s what I came up with:

Note: The more expensive items here have all been bought in sales, where discounts are often incredible. When it comes to sales I only buy things I really love or have something unusual about them. I’m not one for hurrying into a shop and fighting for an item that wasn’t beautifully made in the first place. And this works for me, some of my clothes are over 20 years old but still get worn with love!

How about you? Do you treasure your clothes? Or do you buy bargain priced outfits? I’d love to hear from you…