Think fleeces can't be chic? Helen Skelton is here to prove you wrong with this trending maroon design. It's the cool-weather partner we need

Helen Skelton knows how to handle the great outdoors, and there’s one practical styling trick she shared on Instagram that we’ll all be putting to use. Yes, it's time to put “Fleeces under everything,” Helen exclaimed, and while this controversial winter warmer doesn't have the most fashionable reputation, we can't help but think that Helen is on to something with this one.

Effortlessly mixing her fleece into her autumn outfit ideas, Helen was snapped in the Hansley Fleece Jacket by Varley in maroon. One of the many purple-red hues that are part of the autumn/winter fashion colour trends 2025, while a fleece may not be stomping down the catwalk, the colour choice certainly helped to add a more trend-worthy finish to this winter warmer.

Teamed with a pair of dark denim jeans and the purple stripe print Selena shirt from Sansom Reed, Helen looks cool, cosy and casual in this cool weather-ready outfit. Finishing off her outfit with a pair of the sold-out Asra London boots, the addition of a tan hue lifts the look and taps into traditional autumn colouring.

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Style Your Fleece Like Helen

There’s so much to love about Helen’s Varley fleece, from its faux-shearling, teddy texture to its maroon colour and contrasting trims.

We love its simplicity too, with an easy-going bomber shape making it versatile and easy to style alongside jeans and ankle boots, as well as with more elevated smart casual outfit ideas of tailored trousers and blouses.