October 18, 2022 |
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Fashion is not about what you know, it’s about what you like. But that doesn’t mean that there’s no point in learning a few of the basics before your next shopping trip.
You’ve probably been wearing skirts since before you could walk – but do you know what to search for when you want a flattering new fit? Read on for our guide to skirt styles, from A-line to maxi.
A-line/skater skirts
Length: falls around the kneeOnce known as the A-line skirt thanks to its ‘A’ shape, it has since been rebranded as the ‘flippy skirt' and the skater skirt. It is cinched in at the waist and flared at the hip, making it one of the most flattering skirts for curvy figures.
Wear with… a fitted shirt, tucked into the waistband, a bodysuit or a T-shirt
Bodycon skirts
Length: usually fall to just below the kneeBodycon skirts are nowhere near as scary as they sound. Like bodycon dresses, they are made from extremely thick elasticated strips which cling to the body, while also holding everything in. There is a lot more movement in them than you might think, making them ideal for the office.
Wear with… a thick jumper and heels
Denim skirts
Length: variableDenim skirts have come back into fashion with a roar this year - and there is no good or bad style. However, you can’t go wrong with classic blue denim, which is slightly frayed at the bottom.
Wear with… a gingham shirt or a simple white tee
Maxi skirts
Length: to the anklesBack in fashion after two decades in the wilderness, maxi skirts are a summer holiday staple. Light and breezy, they fall in a column all the way to the ankles, and may or may not come with a daring side split.
Wear with… a white shirt or a vest top
Midi skirts
Length: mid-calf levelThese skirts can be pleated, straight or billowy, but they have to fall to mid-calf length, and you have to wear them with heels.
Wear with… a cropped top and heels
Mini skirts
Length: as short as you dare!The 60s throwback that won’t go away – a mini skirt technically refers to any skirt that ends above the knee. The higher you go, the more ‘mini’ it becomes.
Wear with… a pretty blouse and flats
Pencil skirts
Length: tapers out just below the kneeArguably the most ‘ladylike’ skirt of all – this shape was designed to hug every curve and create a classic hourglass silhouette. It should be fitted but not too tight, and it should fall below knee level.
Wear with… a fitted sweater and high heels
Pleated skirts
Length: midi or knee-lengthA pleated skirt can be any length at all really, but for full ‘swishy’ effect, it should fall at least below the knee. This skirt usually consists of an elasticated waistband that holds in a series of tight pleats, which flute out when you walk. Brilliantly girly.
Wear with… a plain t-shirt or a bodysuit
