I am Utterly Right here for This Extremely-Flattering New Skirt Period

Spotted first on the A/W 17 catwalks and then all over S/S 18, the midaxi made its wearable fashion wave at the likes of the Dior and Céline shows, and the high street was quick to jump on the bandwagon—as have a host of influencers you can see from our edit of perfect midaxi-centric looks below.

As skirts go, there are few items more flattering and transitional than the humble midi skirt, from work to weekend it’s easy-going appeal certify’s its place in every wardrobe and the midaxi is about to take its spot—especially when it's now also rendered in a slimmer-fit pencil silhouette for the season.

Sofie Valkiers wearing a floral skirt from Samsoe & Samsoe.

Slip Into Style's Ellie has opted for a slimmer pencil skirt variation.

Anna and Florrie of And Finally have managed to find midaxi dresses at both Rejina Pyo and Topshop.

Love this mixed print.

This is perfect for wedding season.

An excellent workwear option.

Wear with sharp modern mules for retro cool.

Great with trainers or sandals.

We love this silhouette.

We'll also take the navy version, please.

Perfect for work with backless loafers and a blouse.

Silk skirts are having a wear-everywhere moment.

If structured isn't your style, look for a high low hem that finishes at the midaxi length.

Wear with white trainers, t-shirt and an off-the-moment basket bag.

This is a holiday hero, we love the matching crop top too. Here's also how to get more out of your maxi dress.

Still confused? Well, think of this hybrid hem as the midi’s modest counterpart. The name comes from midi and maxi due to its inbetween-y length. It’s equally as wearable but actually more flattering. Finishing an inch or so lower than the midi but effectively cutting you at the most flattering part of your leg (below the calf). Sold.

Right now we’re teaming ours with trainers, low-key T-shirts and summer handbags, but for winter they also look amazing with oversized knits and knee-high boots, very Victoria Beckham. Intrigued? Scroll on there’s a style for every budget.

Original Article

Fashion

May 28, 2018