Once the weather shifts and warm temperatures are no longer the norm, you might think it’s time to ditch your swishy skirts and store them at the back of your wardrobe. But, as it turns out, skirts are just as useful a wardrobe staple in the winter months as they are when the temperature starts to rise. You just need to know how to wear them, and what styles to go for.
The solution? Choose midi, maxi or midaxi skirts when the weather turns particularly crisp. If you’re feeling brave, hold off on the extra layers and pair one with knee high boots - whether you prefer a western inspired look or something more boho. Then, when it becomes far too chilly to brave bare legs, find tights that are stylish but will also keep you cosy and warm.
The key midi and maxi style of this year, though? It has to be the statement skirt.
The swishy staples adds a mood boosting pop of colour or texture to an otherwise muted pared back. If you’re anything like me, you’ll have plenty of greys, deep burgundies and navy blues in rotation, so a statement skirt is an easy way to bring something different into the mix - without sacrificing warmth.
The real beauty of a statement skirt has to be its versatility. Wear one to work or on day to day errand runs for a playful touch, or reserve it for party season, when the word “statement” is an essential part of any outfit. Of course, the high street stocks some of the best styles for the late autumn and winter months.
Material is also key here: think staples crafted from flattering fabrics. Velvet keeps cropping up in statement skirts, followed by satin. Lace trims also seem to find their way onto the hems of midi and maxi skirts, and show no signs of slowing down. The best part? These fabrics and materials always seem to come back around, so these styles will remain just as relevant when the weather starts to warm up again - though that seems like a lifetime away right now.
From Nobody’s Child to Whistles, Zara to H&M, I’ve narrowed down the best statement skirts to wear now and throughout the depths of winter - and beyond.
Mint Velvet Black Pleated Lace Hem Midi Skirt
M&S Leopard Print Elasticated Waist Maxi Slip Skirt
Next Neutral Check Lace trim Midi Skirt
Massimo Dutti Flowing Tube Skirt
Boden Aya Cotton Sateen Midi Skirt Crimson Red
Whistles Gold Metallic Pleated Midi Skirt
Nobody's Child Burgundy Velvet Floral Jersey Maxi Skirt
