Zebra jacquard woven into the fabric creates a tonal, textured pattern that shifts between matt and sheen depending on the light - bold without relying on print. The pencil silhouette is precisely cut: fitted through the hip and thigh, it skims the body with a cool handfeel and soft drape that allows movement without pulling. Midi length, falling to approximately 83cm, sits at a point that works equally well with heels or flat strappy sandals. A lined construction means the skirt moves cleanly over the body, with no clinging or bunching through the seat. The metallic fibre woven into the jacquard catches light subtly - enough to read as evening-ready without veering into overtly embellished territory. The jacquard does the work here. That raised zebra texture carries its own visual weight, so the cut stays clean and unadorned - no embellishment needed when the fabric already commands attention. The pencil shape is considered rather than restrictive; the soft drape means it moves with you rather than against you, which matters when you're wearing it through a long evening. The lining keeps it sitting neatly, and the midi length gives it a sophisticated proportion that holds its own at a drinks reception or a formal dinner. On the images, the model pairs it with the matching jacquard jacket and strappy heeled sandals - a co-ord approach that reads as thoroughly put-together. Worn separately, the skirt is just as strong: try it with a fitted roll-neck and pointed-toe heels for an evening out, or a crisp tailored blouse for an occasion that calls for something more structured. | Karen Millen Women's Zebra Jacquard Pencil Skirt in Black | Size: 10