I'm Convinced Everyone Will Be Wearing This "Outdated" Staple This Summer

woman wearing black denim skirt

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@devapollon

When I say the words "denim skirt," your mind probably goes to a classic mini that often features cross-stitching where a pair of jeans would typically split. That description matches the most popular style over the past few years. I can still remember a time when I wouldn’t go more than a few days without wearing my denim mini. The times have changed, and as fashion designers are pushing for longer hemlines, I'm convinced that the sleek maxi aesthetic that ruled the 1990s is going to be the name on everybody's hips. Fashion people have agreed with them, including the long silhouette in even their casual wardrobes. 

This leads to the phenomenon of the longer skirt that I have been seeing all throughout New York City. As temperatures rise, skirt lengths will do the opposite. It's guaranteed that every It girl will be wearing this come summer. One might call it outdated—having peaked in the early 2000s—but word is out that this staple is back and very much here to stay. With this item being at the top of my list rn, take a look at the below 30 pieces I currently have floating in my shopping cart.

This is the skirt that's already on its way to me.

This one has cross-stitching that makes it feel special.

And now I need a white one, too.

I want to copy this entire look.

A leg slit makes it much easier to move in.

This looks just like the skirts I saw walk down a few of the runway shows I've attended this week.

Wearing this look with metallic mules would be a vibe.

Black is perfect if you're new to the trend.

I'm always down to pair mine with a crisp poplin shirt.

And I'll leave you with a few options in case you're set on wearing a miniskirt:

Everything about this skirt is perfection.