While it’s true we’ve been having a major pants moment for quite some time, the almost-forgotten skirt seems to be stepping into the spotlight. Seen on every fall runway from Miu Miu to Burberry to Brandon Maxwell, designers have embraced the skirt and even centered their collections around it in some cases. From the timeless mini to the demure pencil to the standout full circle, the most exciting part of skirts this season is how to style them. I’ve gathered 11 looks, all styling fall skirts to perfection to get your creative juices flowing. With so many silhouettes to choose from and so many different ways to show off your style, this may just be a skirt season after all.
01 PLEATED SKIRT
This overall look is the perfect outfit idea for this fall! A pleated mini, a cozy sweater and a trench coat are three quintessential fall pieces that look even better when paired together. For the sporty set, you can insert a tennis skirt here for a Sporty Chic look, one of my favorite fall trends!
Best pleated skirts to shop now:
Pleated Micro Plaid Skirt, Sandro
Short Pleated Skirt, Maje
02 SHEER SKIRT
Sheer skirts may not seem like something that would translate from the runway to gen pop, but they have literally been popping up everywhere. “Naked” dressing can be in the form of mesh, lace, or sheer silk like this beautiful Chloe skirt. This long skirt looks so elegant as part of a monochromatic set with matching shorts underneath and a sleeveless sweater. Add strappy sandals and you have a chic, sexy night out look.
Best sheer skirts to shop now:
Jacques Gathered Mesh Midi Skirt, SIR
By Marianna Zelie Maxi Skirt, L’Academie
03 CARGO SKIRT
A cargo skirt is the perfect, casual skirt style to take you into fall. Worn with a Breton striped tee and mules, it’s a great transitional look when you’re having a hard time moving on from your shorts and sandals from summer! With cargos trending this fall and even into next spring, this skirt has a lot of legs
Best cargo skirts to shop now:
Jaycee Skirt, Rails
Gage Skort, Amanda Uprichard
04 SUEDE SKIRT
Suede is not only the fabric of the season but this is the perfect skirt style for a polished, upscale look. I love how Claire Rose styled this with a matching suede jacket and pumps for a rich, monochromatic outfit. You can also pair a suede skirt with chunky sweaters or a denim shirt for a sophisticated daytime look.
Best suede skirts to shop now:
Suede Column Skirt, Helsa
Marcella Suede Skirt, Retrofete
05 PENCIL SKIRT
Demure? Definitely demure. With ladylike trends emerging this fall, it makes sense that pencil skirts are too. Perfect for ladies who lunch, the corporate boardroom or just chic street style looks meant to turn heads. Style yours like Viky Rader did with a cool leather jacket and kitten heels, one of the shoe trends defining the season.
Best pencil skirts to shop now:
The Pencil Skirt, Helsa
06 CIRCLE SKIRT
One of the most talked about skirt silhouettes from the runway this season is the full, circle skirt. Seen on the runway from Miu Miu to Brandon Maxwell, it’s the styling of this skirt that feels so new and fresh. Frann Fyne styles hers to perfection with a tailored blazer and loafers. (you guessed it, another major shoe trend this fall!)
Best circle skirts to shop now:
Procida Micro Stripe Skirt, Staud
07 DENIM SKIRT
Denim mini skirts may seem like a summer style, but they’re great in fall too. Symphony of Silk styles her skirt too Upper East Side perfection with Chanel two-tone heels, a crisp button-down shirt and a sweater tied around her shoulders. A denim pleated skirt in a darker wash can also be worn with loafers or sneakers on warm days and tights with knee-high boots in colder weather.
Best denim skirts to shop now:
Gimlet Pleated Denim Mini Skirt, Ser.o.ya
Deanna Skirt, Rails
Diaz Wrap Denim Skirt, Veronica Beard
08 FALL MAXI SKIRT
On colder days when you want more leg coverage, the maxi skirt is a great option. Denim mixed with sheer pleats is an interesting twist bringing two classic styles together. Paired with a denim jacket and a long sleeve striped tee, this outfit will take you through fall in style.
Best maxi skirts to shop now:
09 KNIT SKIRT
A knit skirt should be synonymous with fall fashion. What could be more comfortable, cozy and still look chic? Style yours with tall boots like Pernille’s two-tone Chanel knee-high boots and a matching sweater for a look that can easily take you from work to dinner and anywhere in between.
Best knit skirts to shop now:
Knit Double Waistband Skirt, Sandro
Rib-Knit Midi Skirt, Joseph
10 SLIP SKIRT
The slip skirt is one of the most timeless and versatile pieces when it comes to skirt styles. A white skirt like this one is a great wardrobe staple. Paired with tank tops in the summer and an oversized sweater in the fall, you can wear this all year round. (yes, even in white!). I’m planning to wear mine with a cozy ivory sweater and ballet flats this fall.
Best slip skirts to shop now:
White Slip Skirt, Vince
Europa Slip Skirt, Z Supply
11 EMBELLISHED SKIRT
This Prada embellished maxi skirt started a frenzy among the fashion crowd last season and the fancy skirt craze hasn’t slowed down since. From sequins to appliqués, minis to maxis, stand-out skirts might just be the IT skirt this year. Wear yours by day or by night. There are no rules as to when or where you wear skirt this fall.
Best embellished skirts to shop now:
Floral Sequin Midi Skirt, Rotate
