This £35 M&S skirt is the piece everyone wants to snap up for the festive party season - and it comes in 7 colourways

Christmas party season is fast approaching and if you want to ensure your sartorial prowess is on point at your upcoming festive soirées, we have the ultimate shopping list right here.

From the ultimate wishlist of party dresses, trouser suits and accessories to offset your look, we've trawled high and low to bring you the best party wear of the season.

But one item in particular is causing a bit of a flurry online and the best news? It's super purse-friendly.

This velvet midi skirt from M&S is fast becoming the piece of the season thanks to its sumptuous fabric, versatile wearability and the fact it comes in an impressive seven colourways.

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"Perfect for stylish evenings out or special occasions, our women’s velvet skirt is a must-have of the season," say the brand - and it seems they're not wrong.

The super wearable pleated midi skirt is available in classic black, dark marine, dark navy, rosewood, silver, deep purple and red.

Midi skirts are firmly back on the fashion map this season, with high street stores full to the brim with varying mid-calf styles.

Why? Because the style is the epitome of modern elegance, it's one of the most hard-working pieces you could add to your wardrobe and the calf-skimming length is just so damn flattering.

Whether you team this little number with a black cami, chunky knit or polo neck, it will serve you well throughout winter.

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