Meet the €43 River Island skirt you're going to get so much wear from.

This beauty is the Black Velvet Plisse Midi Skirt and it's one piece that is well worth the spend considering the number of different ways you can style it. Not only is this a must-have piece, it looks like it would be very comfortable to wear and that's exactly what we want to hear. The side-slits add something a little different and it's the type of item that you can wear all year around too, ideal. Try it with fresh white runners, a slogan t-shirt and leather jacket for daywear and add an embellished crop top or silk shirt for night. The fact that it's €43 and it's a piece you can team with so much is a major plus in my eyes and if you don't have a similar piece in your wardrobe, now is the time to pick one up. Another essential item this season is a cosy knit and we're all about this cosy River Island jumper, €47. It's the Beige Knitted Roll Neck Jumper and it just looks so warm and comfy which is exactly what we need for cold winter mornings. Time for a Monday pick-me-up in the form of some retail therapy.