Cat Deeley’s heritage-inspired outfit proves why kilt skirts are dominating winter trends – and her look is so easy recreate
Kilt skirts might feel like a bold wardrobe choice, but Cat shows how to wear one for an effortlessly elegant winter look
When it comes to the autumn/winter fashion trends of 2026, few have proved as popular as heritage, and Cat Deeley just nailed the look of the season in this outstanding kilt skirt.
For Monday’s episode of This Morning, Cat wore the sold-out pleated midi kilt from Boden in a navy, red and camel check, and styled it beautifully with a red cotton-blend roll neck by Ro&Zo.
The midi skirt referenced traditional kilts with elegant buckle detailing at the waist and structured pleats, while the deep wrap-over design offered modest coverage. Cat's roll neck echoed the autumn/winter fashion colour trends for 2026, in which red is central this year. Finishing off her look with LK Bennett knee-highs, this trend-driven, elevated look set the week off to a very stylish start.
Whether worn on its own or as a layering piece, this bold hue of this roll neck is surprisingly versatile, as it can be styled easily with neutrals like trending brown, as well as denim or other brights.
With two tartan prints, this stylish skirt ticks the heritage trend box beautifully. With a front wrap silhouette and buckle detailing, this look nails heritage aesthetics and will work with neutrals or red/maroon hues beautifully.
Set on a sleek yet comfortable mid-height block heel, these real leather boots transition effortlessly from day to evening attire. The delicate ankle strap and subtle hardware add an elevated finish.
As we turn to high necklines to keep warm in cooler climes, opting for designs made from wool-blends can help to add extra warmth to your attire.
The combination of blues and browns in this kilt skirt allows for either a bold, cerulean look or a more muted style with trending chocolate hues. However, a red top would work here too; just keep your boots tonally matching the darker shades in the skirt.
Kitten heels are the style to turn to when you want an elevated feel without compromising on comfort. Even better, this pair boast 'toe to heel padding.' The long, slender toe will help to lengthen legs too.
Kilts are one of the most fashion-forward additions to a capsule wardrobe this season. 400 years old, the skirt style has come back thanks to runway trends and television series such as The Traitors.
Rivkie Baum, woman&home’s Digital Fashion Editor, has fallen for the kilt skirt in quite a big way. “Cat's Boden skirt literally flew off the shelves, and I was one of the lucky few to snap up the style when it first dropped. It has subsequently come out in several colourways, all of which have quickly disappeared.
"Kilt skirts came back into fashion in a big way last year, but as the heritage trend continues to strengthen, this winter has seen a huge boom in the style across the high street, making it really accessible.”
When it comes to building outfits around a kilt, there are numerous routes you can take. The best wool jumpers can help create a cosy, country-coded ensemble, while adding preppy polish for the office is easy with a shirt and a sharp blazer. Or, like Cat, keep things feeling more modern and fresh with sleek-fitting tops, bold tones and, of course, knee-high boots.
