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Shoppers run to Sainsbury's for ‘super trendy' statement skirt that's perfect for autumn and giving 90s vibes
SHOPPERS are racing to Sainsbury's after spotting the perfect autumn skirt that's "cool and versatile".
The supermarket's in-house fashion label Tu Clothing is one of the best-loved brands on the high street, and is constantly wowing us with its stylish but affordable buys.
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From cute dresses to on-trend work attire, the fast-fashion range always hits the mark, and its autumn arrivals are no exception.
One maxi - or midi, depending on your height - skirt in particular has caught the attention of fashion fans this week thanks to its "90s vibes" and day-to-night potential.
The Black Tailored Kilt is priced at £25 and is available in sizes eight to 24, with many sold out online already.
Describing it on the website, the Tu Clothing team say: "Smart and right on trend, our black kilt has been designed in a tailored style, with traditional pleated detailing throughout.
"It comes in a maxi length with a side buckle fastening - perfect for wearing with boots or loafers"
Tu Clothing's stylist Chrissi has since recommended it to shoppers and admitted she's obsessed with the "cool buy".
She added: "[It's] really, really versatile. You can wear it with a big chunky boot, just a T-shirt, some simple jewellery. It's grungy, it's edgy, it's kind of 90s vibe, very cool.
"But if you want more of a London gritty edge, you could wear it over jeans, or maybe a knit. It'll take you through to autumn.
"If you want to give it even more of a twist, you could pair it with a shirt. Makes it a little more office friendly, so you can go from day to night in it.
"Maybe add a big hoop or a big necklace to take it through to dinner. Every way, it's good. It's so versatile, I love it."
I'm 5ft3 & a size 12-14 - my 7 Tesco dresses are an absolute bargain & perfect for a last-minute wedding guest outfit
And she's definitely not alone, as fashion fans are going wild for the Scottish-inspired skirt too.
One cried: "I love my new kilt. Super trendy and ideal for the new season. Good quality and a great price as well. Very impressed."
"Very smart looking skirt for smart and casual wear. Easily dressed up or down", wrote a second.
A third added: "That's definitely on my list. I want to be channeling my inner 'Claudia Winkelman in Traitors' this AW!"
"Ooh gorgeous, just ordered one!!! Can't wait", gushed a fourth.
A fifth said: "Wow! I have to have this statement skirt, it's gorgeous! I had one like this years ago!"
Meanwhile, a sixth chimed in: "So cool, Autumn cannot come soon enough!"
But if you're not ready to give up summer fashion just yet, the supermarket's got you covered with bargains there too.
Shoppers are going wild for a five-star Sainsbury's dress that's only £15, flatters pear shapes and makes curvy shoppers "feel confident".
As well as being purse-friendly, the dress looks strikingly similar to the Everett Linen Dress, which is priced at £298.
This makes the Tu dress a whopping £283 cheaper.
And a £26 frock that's perfect for summer getaways is flying off the rails.
Is supermarket fashion the new high street?
DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in:
The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family.
Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street.
Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year.
So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful?
Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative.
A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year.
Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes.
