I’ll be honest—for years, I underestimated the fashionable possibilities of the skirt. As a jeans and trousers devotee, every time we’ve moved into spring and summer, I’ve struggled to find looks that I feel genuinely suit me and my personal aesthetic, and however hard I tried, I couldn’t find a skirt that I felt was my true match. But over the past few years, something has shifted—and I think it’s the quality of skirt styles and trends offered by high-street staples and designer brands alike. Now, with spring finally here (and hopefully the warmer weather it promises), I’m fixated on figuring out what fresh ways I can style my skirts for the season ahead.
When it comes to skirt trends, there seems to be a fixed rotation of top styles that keep coming back to the top of the charts. This spring, some of the top picks include the pleated skirt, the elegant column style and the lace-panelled bohemian look. If, like me, you’re something of a skirt novice, you’ll be pleased to hear that for 2025 the best ways to style these trending items is with classic items you probably already own, like the crisp white t-shirt, the strappy sandal and a chunky loafer. If you’re more of a seasoned pro looking to broaden your skirt outfit options, our favourite tastemakers are already delivering some excellent ideas for how to refresh staple skirt silhouettes like the slip skirt or leather pencil style.
