In case you haven't heard, it's maxi skirt season. While we're generally more acquianted with its younger, more rebellious sibling—the mini skirt—the maxi is having its moment among style enthusiasts around the globe.
In recent presentations, labels like Gucci and Peter Do exhibited how its longer length doesn't always have to translate to modesty, having paired the piece with tops that bare the midriff, and then some. Meanwhile, the likes of Martine Rose and Stefan Cooke embrace the palpable 2000s vibe that radiates off of a floor-grazing skirt, which is commonly rendered in denim.
Styling one can be a challenge if you're not used to the length. It ideally ends right on your ankle, as to avoid having you swimming in fabric. Ultimately, it's a game of proportions, and whether you prefer to wear it high or low-waisted, a maxi can adapt to any aesthetic or occasion you're wearing it for.
To glean inspo on how to style the trendy piece, scroll through the OOTDs of our local fashionistas below.
10 Maxi Skirt Outfits to Copy from Celebrities and Influencers
1. Maxi Skirt + Spaghetti-Strap Top + Boots + Handbag
Juxtapose a structured and slightly dressy maxi with a simple white spaghetti-strap top. To zhuzh up the sando look, slip into a pair of pointy boots and grab for a black handbag. Kathryn Bernardo strutted the halls of her derma clinic in this OOTD, and we're certain she was the most stylish visitor there!
2. Maxi Skirt + Tank Top + Kitten Heels + Handbag
For another play on the tank top and maxi combo, go for a purely black-and-white color scheme. Angelique Manto suggests cinching your waist with a skinny black belt and slipping into a chic pair of kitten heels.
3. Maxi Skirt + Tube Top + Heeled Sandals
For gals who prefer flaunting a bit more skin, Bianca Umali has a fetching peg to recreate. Pair your black skirt with a lace-up (or button-up) tube top, leaving some holes undone, and put on a pair of heeled sandals to elongate your figure.
4. Maxi Skirt + Crop Top + Oversized Blazer + Kitten Heels + Clutch
Forget a pantsuit! Next time you need a date night OOTD, team an oversized blazer with a maxi for a modern remix of the black tie dress code. Take cues from Gabbi Garcia and roll up your sleeves for added attitude.
5. Tiered Maxi Skirt + Cardigan + Kitten Heels + Handbag + Shades
Whoever said tiered skirts are for the prude clearly hasn't seen how Kelsey Merritt spruces one up. She wore her flowy white piece with a chunky cable-knit cardigan, and accessorized with a black bag, shades, and heels.
6. Denim Maxi Skirt + Oversized Hoodie + Sneakers + Cap + Handbag
To cozy up with a good ol' denim maxi, simply couple it with your favorite oversized hoodie and your coolest pair of kicks. Make like Mimiyuuuh and keep things monochromatic with a baby blue motif. Don't forget your hat and tote!
7. Denim Maxi Skirt + Tube Top + Platform Sandals + Shoulder Bag + Shades
If you can make do without the layers though, a black tube top will always do the trick. Belle Mariano went the simple but chic route with her look, stepping into a pair of platform sandals for extra height, and slinging a compact white bag on her shoulder.
8. Maxi Skirt + Cropped Polo Shirt + Handbag
Anne Curtis was the prettiest in pink with this all-Gucci ensemble. Balancing out the length of her maxi was a cropped polo shirt, which also showed off a little peek-a-boo of skin. Clutched in her hands and perfectly punctuating the outfit was a candy-colored Bamboo 1947.
9. Knitted Maxi Skirt + Tank Top + Platform Sandals
Yes, a maxi skirt can totally be part of your summer wardrobe. Rhea Bue proves it with her ultra-colorful striped knit, which she paired with a light green tank. Here's a general tip: If you're apprehensive about your skirt dragging on the ground, a quick fix is to go for a pair of platforms or heels.
10. Parachute Skirt + Tank Top + Heeled Sandals + Handbag
Utilitarian-inspired wear is all the rage nowadays, but if you're over the fence with cargo pants, perhaps a parachute skirt is more up your alley. To inject some cool girl energy to the piece, Ida Anduyan wore it with a slinky black top, a seashell necklace, and a Dior Saddle.
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