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8 Styling Tips on How to Wear Maxi Skirts

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Maxi skirts are comfortable, flattering, and versatile, making them one of our favorite items to wear daily. An excellent transition piece that shields your limbs from harsh sunrays and biting air conditioning chill, this wardrobe staple can be styled in countless ways. From the flowy maxi that gives you a princess feel (and twirl) to the sleek and modest black jersey and bohemian pleated silk skirt, make the best of your maxi skirt without looking shapeless.

Look 1: The Gypsy-Luxe Look
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To create this look, start with a color palette that symbolizes passion—such as black and red—and add gold accents to finish the look.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-giambattista-valli-printed-silk-georgette-maxi-skirt Giambattista Valli
Printed silk-georgette maxi skirt
US $3,142; AED/SAR 11,541
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-balenciaga-metal-cuff Balenciaga
Metal cuff
US $585; AED/SAR 2,149
www.mytheresa.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-herve-leger-pamela-off-the-shoulder-bandage-top Hervé Léger
Pamela off-the-shoulder bandage top
US $770; AED/SAR 2,828
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-nancy-gonzalez-double-flap-clutch-bag-gold-mirror Nancy Gonzalez
Small double-flap clutch bag, gold mirror
US $1,550; AED/SAR 5,693
www.neimanmarcus.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-gianvito-rossi-carey-pumps Gianvito Rossi
“Carey” pumps
US $823; AED/SAR 3,023
www.farfetch.com

Look 2: A Whimsical Silhouette
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Maxi skirts can be dressed up or down at will, making them one of the most versatile pieces in our closet. Here, we’ve taken an evening maxi skirt and given it a whimsical cocktail silhouette by accessorizing it with flirty flat shoes and a tote in pastel colors. The clashing stripes on the top and the skirt add vibrancy to the look.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-roksanda-osier-skirt Roksanda
Osier skirt
US $3,971; AED/SAR 14,585
www.bysymphony.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-victoria-beckham-striped-cotton-poplin-top Victoria Beckham
Striped cotton-poplin top
US $890; AED/SAR 3,269
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-roger-vivier-decollete-belle-vivier-patent-leather-pumps Roger Vivier
Décolleté Belle Vivier patent leather pumps
US $505; AED/SAR 1,855
www.mytheresa.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-elie-saab-niloticus-medium-bag Elie Saab
Niloticus medium bag
US $8,391; AED/SAR 30,637
www.boutique1.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-suzanne-kalan-vitrine-bracelet Suzanne Kalan
Vitrine bracelet
US $7,896; AED/SAR 29,003
www.luisaviaroma.com

Look 3: That ‘70s Vibe
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Maxi skirts are very convenient for ladies who want to stay modest in their dressing without losing their femininity. This look is equally stylish, modest, and trendy with a ‘70s vibe that’s all the rage right now.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-lanvin-pleated-maxi-skirt Lanvin
Pleated maxi skirt
US $1,210; AED/SAR 4,444
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-proenza-schouler-cotton-chambray-top Proenza Schouler
Cotton-chambray top
US $590; AED/SAR 2,167
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-roberto-cavalli-platform-sandals Roberto Cavalli
Platform sandals
US $812; AED/SAR 2,983
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-ray-ban-aviator-classic-sunglasses Ray-Ban
RB3025 Aviator classic sunglasses
US $131; AED/SAR 480
www.stylebop.com

Look 4: Skirt and Sneakers
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Front-buttoned maxi skirts are a must-have for the trendy lot. For this silhouette, we’ve played with shades of pink. This sneakers and skirt combo will let you go about your day in comfort and will attract plenty of attention.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-emilio-pucci-high-waist-suede-maxi-skirt Emilio Pucci
High-waist suede maxi skirt
US $2,393; AED/SAR 8,815
www.matchesfashion.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-red-valentino-crew-neck-sweater Red Valentino
Crew neck sweater
US $391; AED/SAR 1,436
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-new-balance-colorblock-sneakers New Balance
Colorblock sneakers
US $118; AED/SAR 435
www.stylebop.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-daniela-villegas-pink-gold-and-alexandrite-necklace Daniela Villegas
18kt pink gold and alexandrite necklace
US $2,127; AED/SAR 7,813
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-charlotte-olympia-canyon-panoramic-pandora-clutch Charlotte Olympia
Canyon Panoramic Pandora clutch
US $751; AED/SAR 2,759
www.modaoperandi.com

Look 5: A Regal Allure
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The regal allure of a full maxi skirt will make you feel (and look) like a princess. Be careful not to choose a top that’s too heavy or boxy, as the result will make you look heavier.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-valentino-embroidered-tulle-skirt Valentino
Embroidered tulle skirt
US $7,850; AED/SAR 28,834
www.mytheresa.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-rag-and-bone-cove-silk-camisole Rag & Bone
Cove silk camisole
US $295; AED/SAR 1,084
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-paul-andrew-slingback-heels Paul Andrew
Slingback Heels
US $556; AED/SAR 2,030
www.boutique1.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-noor-fares-diamond-quartz-and-gold-aurea-necklace Noor Fares
Diamond, quartz, and gold Aurea necklace
US $8,374; AED/SAR 30,755
www.matchesfashion.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-rochas-gold-mini-chain-bag-with-fringe-embroidery Rochas
Gold mini chain bag with fringe embroidery
US $1,493; AED/SAR 5,484
www.modaoperandi.com

Look 6: Ethnic Chic
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Printed maxi skirts can help achieve an ethnic-chic look like no other piece of clothing, especially when paired with bangles. The rule stays the same: the fuller the skirt, the tighter the top should be. If you are not keen on bandeau tops, opt for a more covered-up approach.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-peter-pilotto-freya-printed-matelasse-maxi-skirt Peter Pilotto
Freya printed matelassé maxi skirt
US $1,930; AED/SAR 7,089
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-calvin-klein-collection-stretch-knit-bandeau-top Calvin Klein Collection
Stretch-knit bandeau top
US $195; AED/SAR 716
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-aquazzura-the-queen-sandals Aquazzura
“The Queen 105” sandals
US $1,355; AED/SAR 4,977
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-vaubel-multi-hinge-bangle Vaubel
Multi-hinge bangle
US $4,825; AED/SAR 17,723
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-corto-moltedo-susan-shock-lapis-lazuli-and-python-clutch Corto Moltedo
Susan Shock lapis lazuli and python clutch
US $2,989; AED/SAR 10,979
www.luisaviaroma.com

Look 7: Jersey Girl
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The classic jersey maxi skirt is as common as the black T-shirt in our wardrobe. No rules for this one—you can pair it with anything. Whether you’d like to show off your curves like Kim Kardashian or take a more modest approach by wearing a man’s shirt over your skirt is entirely up to you.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-t-bags-layered-stretch-jersey-skirt T-Bags
Layered stretch-jersey skirt
US $74; AED/SAR 272
www.theoutnet.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-dolce-and-gabbana-polka-dot-silk-top Dolce & Gabbana
Polka-dot silk top
US $612; AED/SAR 2,248
www.mytheresa.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-aquazzura-christy-patent-leather-point-toe-flats Aquazzura
Christy patent-leather point-toe flats
US $675; AED/SAR 2,479
www.net-a-porter.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-razan-alazzouni-starburst-earrings Razan Alazzouni
Starburst earrings
US $608; AED/SAR 2,230
www.bysymphony.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-tabitha-simmons-perforated-leather-zip-top-clutch Tabitha Simmons
Perforated leather zip-top clutch
US $252; AED/SAR 926
www.modaoperandi.com

Look 8: Figure Flattering

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The A-line of your maxi skirt makes for an interesting start to building a silhouette, and is also an ideal way to gain some height and create the illusion of a very slender silhouette as the heels are hidden by the full skirt. The high waist also works in your favor.

8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-dice-kayek-high-waist-pleated-skirt Dice Kayek
High waist pleated skirt
US $846; AED/SAR 3,107
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-3.1-phillip-lim-cropped-perforated-tank-top 3.1 Phillip Lim
Cropped perforated tank top
US $375; AED/SAR 1,377
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-gianvito-rossi-emina-mules Gianvito Rossi
“Emina” mules
US $517; AED/SAR 1,899
www.farfetch.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-lana-flawless-crossover-diamond-hoop-earrings Lana
Flawless Vol. 2 crossover diamond hoop earrings
US $7,220; AED/SAR 26,520
www.neimanmarcus.com
8-styling-tips-outfit-ideas-how-to-wear-maxi-skirts-marni-mini-trunk-python-flower-crossbody-bag Marni
Mini trunk python-flower crossbody bag
US $2,190; AED/SAR 8,044
www.neimanmarcus.com

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