10 Skirt Trends You’ll See Everywhere This Season
From runway highlights to high-street hits, skirts are making a big comeback this season—and more than ever, it’s about expressive fabrics, bold details and new shapes. According to trend reports, 2025 is the year of the skirt.
To help you stay ahead of the curve, here are 10 skirt trends you’ll be spotting on Instagram feeds, in stores and worn by fashion insiders everywhere.
1. Leather & Leather-Look Skirts
Skirts in genuine or faux leather are back with a punch. From pencil cuts to midi silhouettes, leather skirts are being styled for both day and night.
Why it’s trending: Leather adds edge, structure and a textural contrast that makes a skirt look intentional and modern.
How to wear it: Pair a leather midi skirt with a soft blouse for work, or with a graphic tee and boots for off-duty. Stick to neutral leather tones (black, tan, deep brown) for more versatility.
2. Sheer & Overlay Skirts
Transparent layers, mesh overlays and sheer hemlines are showing up on runways and editorials alike.
Why it’s trending: The peek-through skirt creates drama without being overbearing—it’s a subtle way to show off your legs or slip layering underneath.
How to wear it: Opt for a sheer midi skirt over a slip in a matching or contrasting colour. Keep the top simple—fitted knit or structured jacket. For day, choose a skirt with a built-in lining for modesty.
3. Denim Reimagined
Yes, the denim skirt isn’t gone—it’s just evolved. This season it’s longer lengths, unusual washes, patchwork, or high-waist cuts.
Why it’s trending: Denim is timeless, but when designers change the cut or details it becomes fresh again.
How to wear it: Choose a dark-wash denim midi skirt with a tucked white tee and sneakers for a casual look. For dressier occasions, add a blazer and heeled boots.
4. Statement Pleats & Textile Motion
Pleated skirts with dramatic movement—whether metallic, chiffon or strong accordion folds—are everywhere.
Why it’s trending: The pleat brings texture, volume and a bit of flair—no more flat skirt silhouettes.
How to wear it: Pair a metallic pleated midi skirt with a fitted turtleneck and heels. Or go daytime with a pastel pleated skirt, white sneakers and cropped jacket.
5. Bold Prints & Animal Patterns
From leopard to zebra to abstract florals, prints are making a strong return in skirt form.
Why it’s trending: Patterns are a fast way to upgrade a wardrobe and make a skirt the statement piece.
How to wear it: Let the skirt be the hero—pair with a solid top in a colour found in the print. Keep shoes neutral to avoid visual overload.
6. High-Waisted & Waist-Defined Cuts
Skirts that sit high on the waist and define the silhouette are trending big time.
Why it’s trending: They elongate the legs, define curves and instantly polish an outfit.
How to wear it: Tuck in your top or choose a cropped style. Add a belt to further highlight your waist. Works especially well with midi and maxi skirt lengths.
7. Utility/Cargo Skirts
Functional details—big pockets, sturdy fabrics, hardware—are showing up in skirt variations.
Why it’s trending: The utility trend continues to influence bottoms, and skirts are no exception—structured yet chic.
How to wear it: Try a cargo-skirt in a neutral tone with a fitted top and combat boots for street style. For softer styling, thread in a satin blouse and ankle boots.
8. Maxi & Floor-Sweeping Silhouettes
Long skirts that brush the ankle or floor are back in vogue, especially with flowy fabrics and bold prints.
Why it’s trending: Maxi skirts feel elegant, effortless and increasingly wearable across seasons.
How to wear it: Pair a maxi skirt with a tucked tee and sneakers for day or a fitted top and heels for evening. Avoid overly voluminous tops to keep proportions flattering.
9. Soft Pastels & Unexpected Neutrals
Colour trends this season include muted pastels and fresh neutral tones—think sage green, dusty blue, mocha brown.
Why it’s trending: These tones feel modern, versatile and perfect for mixing into existing wardrobes.
How to wear it: Choose a pastel skirt and keep the rest of your outfit neutral. Or pick a new-age neutral skirt (e.g., mocha) and pair with crisp white and gold accessories.
10. Wrap & Asymmetrical Hem Skirts
Wrap designs, asymmetric hems and diagonal cuts are adding a new dimension to skirts.
Why it’s trending: These changes in silhouette make a skirt feel new again without being radical.
How to wear it: Wrap skirt in a solid colour with a fitted top; asymmetrical skirt with a simple tee and heels. Let the hemline do the talking.
Why This Matters
The common thread across these trends is that skirts are no longer just “bottoms” — they’re key pieces. Editors and runways alike say skirts are the fashion-moment of 2025.
That means by investing in a few of these trend styles, your wardrobe can feel instantly fresh and right-now.
Conclusion
Whether you’re drawn to leather, denim, maxi flow or bold prints, one of these 10 skirt trends is likely perfect for your style. Pick what excites you, but keep in mind—fit, length and how you’ll wear it matter just as much as the trend.
Stay ahead of the curve, embrace the skirt resurgence, and you’ll find yourself wearing pieces that feel both current and timeless.
