I rarely (if ever) show luxe & less but this one just popped out and I had to share! Perhaps because I had been waiting patiently for this J.Crew fluted surf skirt to go on sale ~ it's the perfect mix of casual and informal business. The cotton/poly bonded jersey reads casual with an oversize button down and sneakers but does an immediate change-up with a fitted blazer and heels.
I saw and fell in love.
The dark charcoal would be my pick because it goes with blacks, camels, and blues......(alas, that is the color that is out of stock).

{J.Crew fluted surf skirt, $75}
Then I'm scanning an issue of Harper's Bazaar (my favorite magazine) and happen upon this cute a-line wool skirt. The lines are similar albiet less pronounced. This one is by Carven and available in black and grey for a mere $370.

{Carven wool skirt, $370}
Which would you purchase?