When it comes to high street collaborations, it's always worth having a closely-trained eye on Uniqlo. The Japanese retailer, famous for its utilitarian fashion and innovative fabric solutions, has worked with some of the most directional design houses on the block (Jil Sander, JW Anderson, Lemaire etc) and now it's partnered with another that might be its most 'sell-out' yet: Marni.

As you might expect from one of fashion's greatest print-masters, the second collab collection brims with playful patterns that reference the '60s. Married with the utilitarian staples that have become a signature at Uniqlo, like its famous Heat-Tech, it's got polo necks, leggings, padded coats, wide-leg jeans, knitted trousers, hooded scarves and socks (lots of socks).
Marni's creative director, Francesco Risso, said: 'Through this collection, I wanted to investigate the aesthetic perception of the 60s, flirting with clichés. Patterns continue to inform everyone’s idea of Marni – as they sit at the core of our vocabulary and identify our graphic language. This time, though, we transposed those psychedelic patterns onto garments that unapologetically define the body, creating an enigmatic interplay of prints and anatomy to define the silhouette.'
When Is Uniqlo x Marni Available From?

The collection is available now, but, like its other designer collabs, is likely to sell like hot cakes. Shop the collection here, run don't walk!
SHOP: Uniqlo x Marni

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This tangerine dream of a padded coat will get you noticed for all the right reasons.

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And I love this checkerboard print in the zestiest of lime greens.

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Bulkier than a lot of its quilted vests, this down vest makes a great overlayer for walking outdoors.

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This V-neck jumper - with its 'popcorn' texture - would look preppy yet playful over one of the collab's colour-block polo necks.

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Ditto this sleeveless version.

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This two-tone hooded knit will be a hard-working addition to your off-duty wardrobe.

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Double style points for the stripes and the super-soft feel.

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Bold stripes and big buttons make this cardigan a must-buy.

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Francesco Risso mined the psychedelic prints of the '60s for his latest collection.

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Aren't these the most exuberant pair of leggings you've ever clapped eyes on?

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This stretchy skirt will be the most comfortable style in your arsenal.
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Baggy Jeans

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These wide-leg jeans come in mustard and peacock.

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These are corduroy trousers with chic-factor thanks to the high-waist and tapered leg.

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This balaclava comes in two shades - chocolate and lime.

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These cashmere gloves are a must when temperatures drop.

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I also love these mittens in mustard and sunflower.