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 previous summers have been dominated by the micro mini (Miu Miu’s tiny skirt went viral in 2023 and Y2k-inspired shrunken silhouettes poured 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.
Faithfull Citara striped maxi skirt
No summer wardrobe would be complete without at least one piece from B Corp-certified Faithfull. This maxi skirt is cut from a knitted cotton-blend and rendered in a striking monochrome stripe with a swishing flared hem. Pair with the coordinating top and a pair of slinky sandals.
Mother The Tiered Maxi
Made from 100 per cent cotton, this whimsical maxi skirt is designed for a loose, flowy fit. Featuring embroidered stars, suns, palm trees and even some hopping bunnies in summery hues, it’s sure to turn heads wherever life takes you. Complement the sunshine shades of this skirt with accessories in pretty corals and forest greens.
Wiggy Kit The Esti skirt
Summery and stylish, Wiggy Kit’s linen maxi skirt in sky blue will see you through the season from city strolls to Greek island hopping. A low-calf cut with pretty white floral embroidery, we’ll be wearing ours with a the matching top and sandals for a dreamy seasonal combo.
Alice + Olivia Terese maxi skirt
This pretty Alice + Olivia maxi skirt is rendered in a colourful floral print that stands out boldly against its black satin fabric. Best suited for evening attire, wear on balmy summer evenings, paired with a pair of platform sandals or dainty slingbacks.
Pink City Prints Candy Jaal Rah Rah Skirt
Featuring expertly hand screen-printed summery blooms on organic cotton, Pink City Prints’ skirt is brilliantly maximalist. Finished with red 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.
Alberta Ferretti shiny-satin maxi skirt
You can’t go wrong with the classics. Case in point, Alberta Ferrertti’s effortlessly chic maxi skirt. The minimalist design is made from a silky satin and features a high waist and flared hem. 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 bold blue skirt is no different. The ankle-grazing fitted design features ruched waist detailing and metal embellishment. Wear with a crop top and sandals for your next date night.
La DoubleJ Big tiered cotton maxi 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 free-spirited label La DoubleJ. Its tiered silhouette is emblazoned with wacky, floral motifs in a bright colour palette for a statement look. Wear with a swimsuit, sandals, and a large hat.
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