Layers of something worth wearing
Autumn dressing at its most considered: a sheer chiffon tiered maxi skirt in a rich burgundy floral print that moves with the kind of effortless drama that takes no effort at all to carry. The tiers cascade from waist to hem in graduated waves of fabric, each layer adding volume without weight, each one catching light differently depending on how you move. This is not a skirt you put on for the sake of being dressed — it is one you reach for when you want the day to feel like something more than ordinary.
The piece
A full-length tiered maxi skirt in semi-sheer chiffon printed with a botanical floral motif in wine and burgundy tones layered over a deeper ground. The tiers are cut in graduated widths that broaden toward the hem, creating a swishing, full silhouette that is unapologetically romantic. The waistband sits at the natural waist with a comfortable elastic construction that accommodates movement without pulling or gaping. The print varies slightly across the tiers, giving depth to the pattern rather than flat repetition. Earthy and rich, the burgundy palette shifts between red-wine, deep plum, and auburn depending on the light — a colour that belongs to autumn the way a certain slant of afternoon light belongs to October.
Who it is for
For the woman who has always believed that boho is not a throwback but a state of mind. She layers instinctively — a chunky oversized knit pulled off one shoulder, ankle boots worn with intention, jewellery chosen for feel rather than rule. She dresses for herself first and for rooms second. She finds something worth celebrating in the way fabric moves and she chooses pieces that honour that. She will wear this skirt on a walk through a weekend market, to a dinner where the table is long and the conversation is longer, and eventually to every autumn occasion that deserves more than denim.
Closer look
- Tiered construction with graduated hem widths for full, sweeping volume
- Semi-sheer chiffon fabric with botanical floral print in burgundy and wine tones
- Full maxi length — floor-grazing for most heights
- Comfortable elasticated waistband at the natural waist
- Print depth varies across tiers, adding visual movement even when standing still
- Lightweight despite the full silhouette — easy to wear all day
Fabric and feel
Chiffon is one of the most demanding fabrics to cut and tier well — when it works, it falls in a way that nothing else replicates. This skirt gets it right. The fabric is lightweight and slightly translucent, with a fluid drape that reacts to movement immediately and settles back without bunching or clinging. It has enough body at the tiered seams to hold the graduated structure without stiffening the overall silhouette. To the touch it is cool and smooth, with that particular silk-like quality of well-made chiffon that feels considered rather than cheap. Layering with a fitted slip or cycling shorts underneath is recommended for full-day wear.
Fit and silhouette
The elasticated waistband fits a range of waist measurements comfortably, sitting naturally at the narrowest point of the torso. The tiers flare out from the waist progressively, creating a full A-line silhouette that adds volume below the hip without adding width at the waist. The maxi length means the hem grazes the floor or ankle depending on height — those on the shorter side may want to adjust the internal waist placement or wear with a raised heel. The silhouette pairs most naturally with a close-fitting top or a loose blouse tucked in, as the volume is all in the skirt.
Styling
Pull an oversized chunky knit sweater off one shoulder in camel, cream, or oat and tuck the front loosely into the waistband, leaving the back untucked for a relaxed boho fall look — add tan or cognac ankle boots to stay in the palette. For a slightly more polished take, choose a fitted ribbed turtleneck in deep forest green or chocolate brown, tuck it fully, and add pointed heeled boots; the contrast between the structured top and the flowing tiers creates a refined tension. On warmer autumn days, a fitted camisole in ivory or warm rust with flat leather sandals lets the skirt carry everything without competition.
Occasions
A weekend farmers market or craft fair where the air smells of woodsmoke and cinnamon. An autumn afternoon gallery visit followed by wine at a low-lit bar. A birthday dinner at a restaurant with candles on the tables. A walk through falling leaves that you want to remember. A holiday gathering where the dress code is loose but your personal standard is not. Anywhere that calls for the feeling of something deliberate and beautiful in an unstudied way.
Care
Hand wash in cool water with a mild detergent or use a delicate machine cycle at 30 degrees Celsius in a sealed mesh laundry bag. Never wring or twist chiffon — press gently between clean towels to remove excess water then hang to dry on a padded hanger away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not tumble dry. Steam on a low setting to remove creases without pressing; a hot iron directly on chiffon will damage the surface and alter the drape permanently. Store hanging to preserve the tiered structure between wears.
Wow detail
The graduated tiers do more than create volume — they create rhythm. At rest, the layers stack in soft horizontal lines that read as deliberate pattern even before the floral print registers. In motion, each tier moves independently, so the skirt seems to breathe and shift as you walk, creating a visual layering effect that no flat skirt can replicate. The burgundy print deepens toward the lower tiers as the fabric layers, which means the hem looks richer and more saturated than the waist — a depth-of-colour effect built into the construction rather than the dye.
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Our promise
Shop knowing you are covered: free EU delivery on orders over €69 and 30-day returns on every order. If the size is not right or the skirt does not feel as beautiful at home as it looked on screen, send it back within thirty days and we will sort it — straightforwardly and without unnecessary back-and-forth.
