In recent years, London street style looks have revolved around dresses, from Regina Pyo’s puff-sleeved midi to Rixo’s floral tea dress to Molly Goddard’s tulle creations. A look at recent street style photos shows Londoners taking a break from their dress collections. Skirts are currently the MVP of London’s street style scene, from bubble-hem minis to bold checked maxi. The general consensus is that the bolder the skirt, the better.
The resurgence of the skirt is happening in all four fashion capitals, but designers at London Fashion Week are leading the way. Aaron Esch presents a sassy bubble-hem mini, Molly Goddard presents a playful midi adorned with ruffled hems, and Chopova Rowena’s signature pleated carabiner skirt is the most coveted in town. It has become one of the most popular fashion exports. Front row darling Mikita Oliver also had me set a used item alert for her Burberry check miniskirt after she wore it at the show.
Dresses are ready-to-wear clothes that require little styling, so they certainly make mornings a little easier. However, you may be limited in the amount of unique stamps you can add to your appearance. Perhaps this is why skirts are having such a moment in 2024. London saw eccentricity overtaking minimalism. Bubble hem mini and riding boots?Of course! Nude skirt and sports jersey? Why not? Keep scrolling to see how Londoners are using skirts to add personality to their looks.
How Londoners are styling their skirts this fall
Style Notes: This moody Burberry outfit will have you booking a vacation to the highlands. Riding boots, checked maxi skirts, and khaki knits are traditional winter staples, but thigh-high slits add a modern twist to the look.
Style Notes: Bubble-hem skirts are on trend, and we love how this black mini looks with knee-length riding boots and this printed second-skin top.
Style Notes: London Fashion Week always calls for unexpected styling. Try pairing a nude skirt with a sports jersey.
Style Notes: Actor Naomie Harris embraced tonal styling with Emilia Wickstead’s green feathered skirt, paired with a matching sweater and pointy pumps.
Style Notes: Speaking of designers, Chopova Lowena is one of the hottest names on the London schedule right now, and her iconic pleated carabiner skirt is a street style staple. It is characterized by a moderate posture.
Style Notes: Pleated tartan midi skirts have long been a British staple, but crop tops, platforms and white socks lend a more youthful, rebellious energy.
Style Notes: This is an outfit combination you’ll always see when leaving your East London apartment, as the double act of a rugby shirt and miniskirt has become popular.
Style Notes: Tulle is enhanced with indigo denim and black leather accessories to show it’s more than just a princess look.
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Style Notes: Pair a sequined party skirt with more casual wardrobe basics to make it daytime-appropriate.
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Style Notes: Oliver looked as London as ever in a pleated Burberry mini and matching tote, toned down with a black turtleneck.
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molly goddard
Wilder gathered taffeta miniskirt
Puffball skirts are all the rage right now, and this Molly Goddard iteration is beautiful.
free people
emilia full skirt
This prom skirt comes in 5 colors, but this electric pink is my favorite.
Chopova Rowena
katherine midi skirt
Chopova Rowena is always a winner.
free people
Whitestone plaid midi skirt
The checkered pattern gives it a London-like feel.
maison margiela
pleated taffeta midi skirt
The gathers and pleats make this a collectible item.
sakai
Pleated print twill midi skirt
This pleated midi length in a dark color palette is perfect for the colder months.
C.O.S.
Suede midi skirt with sequins
Sequined panels add a touch of glam to this classic black skirt.
molly goddard
Ruched tiered midi skirt
Another London Fashion Week winner, Molly Goddard.
emilia wickstead
Kazu sequin column midi skirt
The layering of sequins and tulle is divine.
You can really feel the punk spirit of London.
Zara
mini check pleated skirt
You can’t go wrong with this skirt.
endless rose
Tiered fringe metallic pencil skirt
This is the ultimate party skirt. Holiday season, we are ready for you.
Zw collection
printed organza skirt
A layer of organza adds softness to this pencil skirt silhouette.
Chopova Rowena
Roberta mixed plaid pleated carabiner miniskirt
The Chopova Lowena Carabiner Skirt is so amazing that we had to include the mini and midi versions as well.
free people
Influenza swing gingham midi skirt
This tiered skirt is a throwback to the 2000s, and is straight out of Primrose Hill-era Sienna Miller.
mango
pinstripe pleated skirt
The tartan mini is a staple item for many British people.
H&M
beaded detail knit skirt
Silver trim along the hem adds an unexpected twist to this gray knit skirt.
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