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Whether you're a hiking fanatic or considering picking up the hobby, what better time to get stuck into hiking than when autumn rolls around. As the cold weather draws in, nothing quite says a day out in the British countryside than pulling on a cosy fleece, wading through some mud and then ending things with a roast dinner at a local pub. Perrrrrfection.

If that sounds like something you're interested in – we certainly are – then you're probably wondering what kind of clothes you'll need for your next (or first) hiking adventure. Well worry not, as we've done all the hard work for you and rounded up our pick of the best women's hiking clothes to buy right now (or save to your shopping list).

From stand-out pieces in Lululemon's newly-released and much-anticipated hiking collection to Decathlon finds that give a lot of bang for your buck, here's the women's hiking clothes you ought to add your basket...

If you want to combine your love of the outdoors with your passion for fashion, then look no further than this Lululemon Hiking Skirt. Available in two different colourways – our fave is champagne, obvs! – this skirt is made from water-repellent fabric and has pockets. Yes, POCKETS!

Of course, even in the height of summer no hike is guaranteed to have non-stop sunshine. Enter: Lululemon's Waterproof Hiking Pullover – perfect for rolling up into your backpack for those (often frequent) 'It wasn't forecast to rain' moments. We opted for this item in Black, but we've been distracted by Electric Indigo...

Glorious Great Britain is often quite wet and quite windy. It's crucial then that you're all wrapped up for your hiking adventure, which is where Mountain Warehouse's Montana Microfleece comes in. In 17 different colourways, ranging from Coral to Corn Blue, you can match your Microfleece to your... anything!

Just at the name suggests, Lululemon's Hike to Swim Bra does just that. If you're lucky enough to stumble upon a swim spot on your hike, cool off with a paddle – without having to worry about not having your swimmers with you!

Relive your nineties fantasy with this walking skort. Combine the cuteness of skirt with the practicality of a pair of shorts and you're all set for a brisk walk through the [insert scenic plot of land here].

As lovely as a hiking skort is, sometimes the hiking terrain calls for something a little more heavy duty. That's why we'll be adding a pair of Decathlon's Desert Trekking Trousers to our next 'must-have' hiking list. And, tbh, they're so chic we might even wear them to the office...

If there's one thing our lives have been missing up until now, it's a pair of shandals. That's shoe-sandals, for those who don't know! Perfect for those sunny, scenic hikes where a pair of hiking boots would be way too sweaty. Obvs, it goes without saying that you probably shouldn't opt for this if there's any sign of mud! Unless mucky feet are your vibe, that is.

Described as being for those "not-too-cold, not-too-warm days", this Columbia Sweater Weather™ Fleece (available at John Lewis) is a perfect all-year-rounder. Best of all? The colour, of course!

Sometimes here in the UK we are blessed with sunshine – usually on a random afternoon in May when we're all stuck at work. Alas, if you are able to get out on a hike when the sun is shining, be sure to pack this cap from The North Face, available in Gardenia White or TNF Black. Kim Kardashian would be so jealous.

Who says cycling shorts are just for cycling? Not us! We're big fans of these EcoActive Dune Shorts from The North Face (not least because they stopped the dreaded thigh-chafe on our most recent hike). Available in three different shades of blue, these quick-drying, super-stretchy shorts are a hiking must-have.

Complete your new hiking wardrobe with a pair of hiking shoes. We're obsessed with these VECTIV™ Hypnum Hiking Shoes from The North Face that look like they'd fit in just as well at the front row of a fashion show as they would climbing Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh.

Zip-off clothing might be something you associate with middle-aged dads on holiday, but they're actually ideal for long walks that leave you sweating from tip to toe. The solution? Pants that can transform into shorts in one swift motion. We're sold!

We're not quite sure what we love most about this Long Sleeve Sports Hoodie from Amazon – the 16 different colourways or the amazing price! Either way, we've just added three to our basket...