Fashion
10 Super-Flattering Spring Skirts
Bring out the flounce, fit, and frill — spring is here, and so are its many, many skirts. This season, go beyond what looks good, and find the style that best flatters your figure: show off your curves by cinching at the waist, highlight your legs with a straight, short piece, or use fuller styles to add volume around the hips. These 10 skirts will put a little spring in your spring step.
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The Little Black Skirt
Quality fabric and perfect pleats are the key to a slimming waistline. Move over LBD — this LBS is about to be the star of every hot-weather wardrobe.
Topshop Pleated Scuba Skirt, $50, nordstrom.com
The Skater Skirt
This spring, skater skirts are everywhere. Find one that fits and then frolic away.
Favorite Skater Skirt, $7.80, forever21.com
The '50s Flounce
Keep your top simple and accentuate your hips in a flouncy printed skirt.
Free Generation Polka Dot Skater Skirt, $44, nordstrom.com
The Flattering Flare
Too much flare can be unflattering — this style is fitted and minimal.
Pink Skirt, $59, zara.com
The Edgy Mini
For petite frames, elongate the leg with a miniskirt. This one’s got some edge.
Floral Jacquard Wrap Skirt, $50, topshop.com
The Understated Mini
Cinched at the waist but not too dramatic, this springy mini is clean and crisp.
Mini Skirt with Centre Front Wrap Detail, $41.39, asos.com
The Detailed Mini
Small details like a scalloped hem take a simple skirt up on a notch. Dress it down with flats, or make it more formal with heels.
Linen Mini Skirt With Scallop Hem, $37.63, asos.com
The Fitted Skirt
This sophisticated style flatters the thigh and can be made edgy with a half-tucked v-neck tee and heels.
Fringed Tweed Skirt, $79, anntaylor.com
The Carefree Midi
Light and easy, this midi skirt moves effortlessly while flattering the waistline.
Closet Full Skater Skirt in Scuba, $56.44, asos.com
The Chiffon Midi
Chiffon pleats in peach? It’s no wonder spring is such a happy season.
Pleated Midi Skirt in Colourblock, $75.26, asos.com
