Maximum style: Marvellous maxi skirts to shop now
A truly versatile summer staple, invest in a maxi skirt now and you’ll wear it for seasons to come
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While last summer was the year of the micro mini, with Miu Miu’s tiny skirt going viral and Y2k-inspired shrunken silhouettes pouring down the catwalks, we’re experiencing a shift to longer hemlines this season. Maxi skirts are a true sartorial hero. Versatile and timeless, they’re much easier to dress up for special occasions. Plus, despite being a true summer style staple, they also offer better protection against unseasonably low temperatures.
Maxi skirts offer far more modesty than mini skirts and shorts while looking just as chic and are one of those rare pieces that can be worn almost anywhere – from beach to bar, work to Wimbledon, private jet to picnic in the park. Designers have really gone for it this season, maximising their maxi game with bright abstract prints and bohemian florals in soft silks and airy linens.
So whether you’re sailing off into the sun or planning a staycation in your usual stomping ground, these are the best maxi skirts to invest in right now.
Me + Em tulip print skirt
Made from 100 per cent cotton, this flared maxi skirt from Me + Em is designed to flatter without hugging your hips. Crisp pleats make for a voluminous silhouette and the brand’s bespoke tulip print is sure to turn heads wherever life takes you. Complement the bright shades of this skirt with accessories in summery corals and forest greens.
Dolce & Gabbana Majolica-print skirt
Made in Italy, this Dolce & Gabbana maxi skirt is printed with a maximalist Majolica pattern. Summery and stylish, its mid-rise waistline and tiered silhouette let the print do all the talking. We’ll be wearing ours with a relaxed T-shirt and sandals for the summer and with a black mock-neck and a pair of chunky boots in the winter.
Rabanne paisley-print maxi skirt
This pretty Rabanne maxi skirt is rendered in a playfully colourful iteration of a paisley print. It’s simple high-waisted straight fit makes it ideal for balmy summer evenings, especially when paired with a pair of platform sandals.
Pink City Prints Apple Crumble Etta skirt
Featuring expertly block-printed checks on organic cotton, Pink City Prints’ Etta skirt is brilliantly maximalist. Finished with pink piping at each seam, the tiered skirt with a flattering elasticated waist makes for easy-breezy summer style. Pair with a matching top and beaded jewellery for the perfect holiday look.
Zimmermann Lightburst maxi skirt
Zimmermann nails hyper-feminine summer style with this voluminous floral maxi skirt – but what else would you expect from the Australian boho brand? Cut from a blend of cotton and silk with dappled watercolour blooms, this belted maxi is your next summer staple. Pair with a sweet broderie Anglaise top and your favourite pair of shades for an effortlessly feminine look.
Nanushka Fea maxi skirt
You can’t go wrong with the classics. Case in point, Nanushka’s effortlessly chic maxi skirt. The minimalist skirt is made from breathable NAIA cellulosic fiber and features clean lines and a high waist. Wear with a cardigan or a soft silk shirt for a put-together formal look.
Christopher Esber ruched maxi skirt
Christopher Esber’s silhouettes are a masterclass in subversive sexy dressing and this olive green skirt is no different. The ankle-grazing fitted skirt features ruched waist detailing and innovative cuts with a crystal embellishment. Wear it with a crop top and sandals for your next date night.
Farm Rio linen skirt
Wearing a maxi skirt for a beach day is a no-brainer, especially when you have a breezy option like this vibrant skirt from Brazillian label Farm Rio. It’s emblazoned with tropical motifs in a bright red and finished with a smocked waist. Wear yours with a swimsuit, sandals, and a large hat.
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