Womenswear Smart casual · Business casual · Business & evening

Black Bardot top with a floral midi skirt

A plain black Albaray Bardot top gives Finery London's Evelyn Black Botanics midi skirt a quiet partner. The skirt carries the colour and floral pattern, while the top introduces an open neckline. This is a dressy pairing for dinner or a celebration when you want the flexibility of separates rather than a single printed dress.

The palette

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Why it works

The black top repeats the skirt's dark background, connecting the pieces around the brighter flowers.
A plain neckline and sleeves leave the floral skirt as the only patterned garment.

How to wear it

Tuck the top into the skirt if you want a clear waist between the two pieces.
Add simple black flats or heels and keep jewellery small around the open neckline.

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