Kiana | Set | Half-Zip Pullover & Wide-Leg Trousers

The outfit you can throw on without thinking

September is that awkward month when nothing quite works. Summer dresses feel too light in the morning, but a coat is too warm by lunchtime. And somehow, you end up reaching for the same pair of jeans again.

The Kiana Set solves the problem in one go. A half-zip jumper and matching wide-leg trousers, both made from the same soft knit. Put them on and your outfit is done — yet it still looks thoughtfully put together.

The half-zip: a neckline that does all the work

A crew neck can feel a little too casual. A roll neck can feel far too warm as soon as the temperature rises. The half-zip sits perfectly between the two — and that's exactly what makes it so clever.

• Zipped up — the raised collar keeps your neck warm on cooler mornings.
• Open — the V-shaped neckline opens up the décolletage, elongates the neck and leaves room for a delicate necklace.
• Somewhere in between — simply adjust it throughout the day without needing to change.
The contrasting trim around the collar and the metal zip add just the right touch of sporty elegance you often see from designer labels — without the designer price tag.

The fit

Wide-leg trousers that don't cling

It's the detail that can make all the difference after 35. Trousers that are too tight around the waist can draw attention to the areas you'd rather not emphasise. But trousers that are too loose can overwhelm your shape.

The Kiana takes a different approach: an elasticated drawstring waist that adapts to you rather than restricting you, paired with a leg that falls straight from the hip. The fabric skims over the tummy and thighs rather than clinging to them.

Add the jumper's ribbed hem, which finishes neatly at the waist, and the leg appears longer while the overall silhouette looks straighter. It's one of the most flattering details of the entire set — and it all comes down to the cut.

A soft knit made for between-season dressing

The cotton, polyester and vinylon blend creates a soft knit with enough weight to drape beautifully and hold its shape wash after wash. It doesn't feel scratchy, it isn't prone to pilling after the first wear, and it doesn't have that stiff synthetic feel when you move.

Most importantly, it's warm without feeling stifling — exactly the layer you want between a T-shirt and a heavy jumper. Perfect for 12°C mornings and 22°C afternoons.

The stripes: the detail that makes the difference

Two fine stripes down the leg, two at the cuffs, plus contrasting trim at the waist and collar. That's all it needs. Just enough to give it that retro sporty feel seen everywhere this season, while remaining subtle enough for everyday wear. Each colour has its own matching contrast.

Five colours — with plum leading the way

The plum is the colour of the season: deep enough to wear almost like a neutral, but unusual enough to have people asking where you found it. Pair it with white, camel, black or a simple pair of white trainers.