I get it. The culotte is a weird one. It’s one of those things that makes you think maybe there’s a reason people stopped wearing them in the first place. Is it a skirt, is it a pant? Is it a scant? Your mum or maybe a much resented math teacher might have worn them in gaudy bright colours, or even – I shudder to even mention it – as a matching two piece.

But you shouldn’t let a few bad memories ruin a style for you forever. Forget the floral printed hippy culottes of the 90s. The culotte of now is clean, classic and minimal. They are tailored but relaxed, best served as part of a tomboy’s weekend suit ensemble. Preferably in monochrome or neutral colours. They’re for a ‘just wok up like this’, polished look. Dressed up but dressed down all at the same time.

So have I converted you yet?

Blazer – French Connection
Camisole – Foxers Australia
Scuba Culottes – ASOS
Strappy Mules – NOVO
Bag – Proenza Schouler PS11 Mini Classics