I Just Tried On Uniqlo's New Marni Collab—These Are the Pieces That Stood Out

And just like that, we've got ourselves a best seller. This V-neck knit is easily the hero of the collection, an easy-to-wear and easy-to-style knit that you can pair with everything from jeans to miniskirts. I love the punchy orange colourway (just imagine it with a black turtleneck underneath), but there are equally cool mustard yellow and fresh blue versions too and an excellent sleeveless vest, but more on that later.

Without even noticing that there's a midi-skirt version in the same print, I wore a jumper over this dress to create a '90s-esque tube skirt, but if I were wearing this day-to-day, it'd likely be with a camel trench coat and knee-high boots to make the most of the head-to-toe print. 

You just can't beat a puffer coat for battling the winter blues (no pun intended). Any time I have to leave the house before sunrise (increasingly frequently now we're fully in the throes of a dark winter), I need a coat so cosy that I feel like I'm still under the duvet, and I think I just found it. If you're heading out on a staycation, going skiing, or spending time out and about this Christmas, this coat is as comfy as it looks. 

Light enough to layer (I'll be wearing it under the Popcorn V-neck) and soft enough to feel luxurious, this cashmere turtleneck is impressively versatile, and I'm almost certain that I haven't worn baby pink before. There's also a darker, orange-and-brown striped version that would be perfect for pairing with leather trousers and black ankle boots. 

Easily another favourite top, just look at those sleeves! It also comes in four colours, so my only decision is narrowing down a favourite. Actually, at this price, I might take two. 

And now to the vest, one of my favourite trends to come out of the last couple of years. This blocky, retro-looking knit is exactly the kind of piece I'd wear over a white T-shirt throughout autumn and over a fine knit in winter. If it's good enough for Harry Styles…

In the spirit of fully embracing Marni's joyous colour-block styling, I tried these in green hoping to break out of my comfort zone, but the jury is still out on whether I can pull off apple-green leggings. I will add, though, that they do come in black, so if you're in need of leggings that feel so fine you'll forget you're wearing anything, but still don't go sheer, you're going to want to give these a try. 

After trying this on on one of the coldest days in London for a while, my review of this is a firm yes. It's near enough impossible to be cold in this, so if you're packing for a trip or spending time outdoors, be sure to add this to your list. It's the pop of colour that an all-black outfit needs. 

Today I learned that no matter how much I might love baggy jeans on other people, I won't be able to wholeheartedly commit to the new It jeans of the season. At 5'6", I'm not exactly petite, but I can't quite get used to this much fabric after years spent in straight-leg jeans. 

This, however, is easily my favourite piece of the collection. The perfect example of effortless polish that would would be best worn with a miniskirt and loafers, or tracksuit bottoms and a trench for the weekend. The high street doesn't get cooler than this. 

Wear as a neckerchief, a hair tie, a headscarf, a bandana top… The options are endless. 

Sorry, gloves. I'm all about these cute mittens now.

One of the most memorable pieces from JW Anderson's first collection for Uniqlo was the scarves, and the Marni ones are equally good (but with a cashmere upgrade). 

From the runways to the street style set, everyone is wearing balaclavas, and it's one of our major winter hat trends that you'll be seeing for the foreseeable.

Not sold on bright orange? The mixed-yarn colours will be right up your street. 

Echoing the vibrant, fresh colours and abstract print of the Marni S/S 23 runway.