Skirt Season

Skirts are certainly wearable year round, but sometimes winter weather is just too cold to bare those legs. The good news? Spring is just beginning to tease its way out of hiding, which means skirt season is nearly upon us. Your options are endless - pencil, pleated, denim, circle, A-line, maxi, mini, even micro-mini. You can go flirty and feminine, easygoing and comfortable, or understated and conservative. If you don’t already have a love affair with skirts, consider their versatility. Style your skirt with an office-appropriate blouse or a weekend casual tee. Pair it with comfortable ballet flats, or dress it up with heels. It might seem easier to default to pants or jeans, but it really is just as easy to reach for a skirt. We’ve compiled a list to get you started. Freshen up your wardrobe. Welcome the season – skirt season.

| Posted: 15 Feb, 2012 by Christy

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• Double Stitch Skirt

  

  You have a love affair with jeans. Bootcut, straight, skinny, flared - you love them all, but don’t forget the skirt! With vertical lines of stitching and an A-line shape, Boden’s Double Stitch is a flattering choice.

  $58 at Boden | Buy

  

  | Posted 23 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Tambourin #18

  

  Are you in the mood for dancing? Slip into this flapper-esque fringed Tambourin #18 for some roaring 20’s glamour, and shimmy your way to the local speakeasy.

  $78 at Shabby Apple | Buy

  

  | Posted 21 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Faux Two-Piece

  

  While not technically a skirt, this faux two-piece combines the look of versatile mix-and-match separates with the ease of a dress. You’ll have the illusion of stylishly pairing a polka-dot blouse and a dotty sash with a slim mini, but these “separates” will stay put all through dinner.

  $188 at Nordstrom | Buy

  

  | Posted 21 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Crinkle Chiffon Skirt

  

  Layers and layers of crinkly silk chiffon give this skirt from J. Crew just the right amount of swish for a garden party or an outside wedding. Imagine yourself sipping a glass of Pinot Grigio while you mingle with guests looking and feeling perfectly flowy and feminine.

  $118 at J. Crew | Buy

  

  | Posted 21 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Paul Smith Mini on Location

  

  A mini skirt and a Mini Cooper? Fashion designer Paul Smith’s Mini Cooper took a summer road trip through the States. The result? This rather unique mini skirt adorned with a photo of his signature stripe Mini on location in Los Angeles. That’s two minis in one.

  $260 at Paul Smith | Buy

  

  | Posted 21 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Patagonia Lithia Skirt

  

  A skirt or a shirt? You decide. Cinched and tied at the waist, drapey organic cotton jersey falls just above the knee in laid back style. Not feeling skirty? Change it up and wear it as a bandeau-style top paired with your favorite wide-leg jeans.

  $49 at Patagonia | Buy

  

  | Posted 16 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Faux Leather Pleated Mini

  

  Ironing doesn’t make it onto your list of super fun things to do, so you tend to avoid items of clothing with pleats of any kind. This pleated mini might just be an exception. Faux leather gives it some edge along with extra bonus points for its zip-on-and-go quality. No ironing necessary.

  $75 at Oasis | Buy

  

  | Posted 16 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Colorblock Skirt

  

  Three neutrals add up to one stylish skirt for fans of colorblocking in more muted hues. Pair this flattering A-line silhouette with a cardi and strappy heels, and you have an easy pulled-together look for work days or weekend brunch plans.

  $88 at White House Black Market | Buy

  

  | Posted 15 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Bow Skirt

  

  In keeping with Pantone’s pick for color of the year, no collection of skirts would be complete without this bold choice in burnt orange. The sweet bow up top just seals the deal.

  $55 at Topshop | Buy

  

  | Posted 15 Feb, 2012 by Christy

• Beyond the Valley Black Denim

  

  Pump up the volume in this black denim A-line skirt from London brand Beyond the Valley. The see-through embroidered detail near the hem gives makes it a slightly flirty option, perfect for a lunch date. An elastic waist band means you’ll have room for dessert.

  $121 at Far Fetch | Buy

  

  | Posted 15 Feb, 2012 by Christy