Saturday, September 20

Skirting the Issue: Mini vs. Long

I love wearing skirts- both mini and full length.  Fortunately for me, both are in fashion this fall.  Here is the long and short of this season's skirt trends.  The shorter skirts this season are displaying plenty of distinct character- we've seen sweet quilted pastel numbers, edgy asymmetrical leather wraps, 60s-inspired A-lines- and a whole lotta leg. 

How to Wear it Mini
1. The runway featured low boots with both schoolgirl and rocker-chic minis, but you can always go with knee-high boots if you prefer to cover your calves.  If you opt for flats, make sure they reveal plenty of foot and elongate the leg.

2. Length is key- "long enough to cover the subject, and short enough to create interest," Winston Churchill once said.  Keep this in mind when choosing a mini.

Anthony Vaccarello
Anthony Vaccarello













Anthony Vaccarello
DKNY
DKNY












Isabel Marant
Isabel Marant
Isabel Marant












Showcasing everything from gorgeous fabrics to slits and inspired tailoring (with quite a few kick and knife pleats in between) designers warmly embraced longer skirts for brisk days.  The sheer sophistication will tempt you to go to new lengths.

How to Wear it Long
1. Whether you wear them with ankle-strap heels or lace-up booties, many of these midi or longer lengths look strong and fresh with some emphasis brought to the ankle.

2. Unlike fall's minis, which benefit from layering a jacket on top, these super skirts look complete with just a sweater, whether it's a long and loose knit to match the vibe of a handkerchief hem or a simple waist-hitting crew to show off a more figure-hugging style.

Celine
Celine
Celine


Celine
Fendi
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Victoria Beckham

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