The 22 Skirts Fashion People Will Be Wearing Daily This Summer

wdc tv news staff May 13, 2025

18 5 minutes read

Marilyn Nwawulor-Kazemaks wearing a white tee, black lace-trim skirt, and yellow sweater.

I know, I know—in the summer, everyone wants to wear shorts, sundresses, and linen pants. But I'm not everyone, and neither are my fellow skirt devotees. When the weather gets warm, all I can think about is breaking out the collection of breezy, short, silky, and sheer skirts that I've been curating in preparation for that exact moment. You can wear pants and dresses all year long. Billowy skirts, however, feel just right for hotter days—the perfect choice whenever you're stumped on what to wear. Just throw on a lace-trim slip skirt with an oversize tee or a crochet mini with a leather bomber, and you're done. Getting dressed, at least in the months between May and September, really is that easy.

To lean as heavily on skirts as I and other fashion people in the summertime, you need a proper collection of both classic and timeless silhouettes as well as timely, on-trend pieces. Think tailored column skirts and poplin A-line shapes combined with crochet minis and drapey balloon skirts. The former will be a perfect match with bolder tops, knits, and outerwear, while the latter can do all the work when styled with simple tees and tanks.

To ensure you have the most successful skirt summer possible, I went ahead and drew up a guide to skirt shopping, including the best summer skirts to shop in 2025 and a few particularly chic skirt outfits to copy once your shipments have arrived.

2025 Skirt Outfits

Marilyn Nwawulor-Kazemaks wearing a white tee, black lace-trim skirt, and yellow sweater.

What you'll need: white tee + lace-trim skirt + knee-high boots + colorful sweater

I see more lace-trim skirts in the WWW office than any other skirt trend, and J.Crew's version is the most popular by a country mile. Toss one on with a white oversize tee and tall boots next time you're stumped. A fun sweater around your waist will add shape and intentionality.

Elly McGaw wearing a black tank top, black-and-white skirt, and black Bottega Veneta bag.

What you'll need: black tank + double-layer skirt + block-heel pumps

When your skirt is interesting, so is your whole outfit. That's the beauty of a good skirt. Here, a black tank, shoes, and bag are clearly background characters to an eye-catching double-layer Sportmax skirt. It gets all the attention (as it should) and takes the work out of having to accessorize and outfit plan.

Courtney Grow wearing a leather jacket and mini crochet skirt.

What you'll need: white tee + crochet miniskirt + jelly flats + chore coat

On those in-between-weather days, instead of wearing pants and no jacket, do the opposite and wear a tiny (preferably crochet) miniskirt paired with a big jacket crafted out of either leather or canvas. You'll stay warm either way, but this way is far more fun.

Sylvie Mus wearing a white button-down shirt and denim pencil skirt.

What you'll need: white button-down shirt + dark-denim pencil skirt + heeled sandals

Not sure what to wear to work on a Friday? Ditch your classic pencil skirt for a dark-denim version and tuck in a crisp white button-down shirt. Heeled sandals, pumps, or tall boots would all work. It's more casual but still clean and sophisticated.

Alexis Badiyi wearing a red vest, gray skirt, and cream bag.

What you'll need: red top + gray midi skirt + kitten heels

I personally adore a gray skirt because it's a perfect contrast piece when you want to wear a bright color like red, blue, or pink. Honestly, orange and green too. Sometimes, black and white are too harsh with vibrant hues, whereas gray creates a perfect balance.

Stephanie Broek wearing a button-down shirt and cow-print pony hair skirt.

What you'll need: White button-down shirt + pony-hair skirt

This is another great example of a loud, maximalist skirt becoming wearable and easy by being styled with a basic, like a button-down shirt in off-white. Bold wardrobe items can be scary, but it's all about balance. You don't always have to go all out with every outfit. Sometimes, just one over-the-top item will do just fine.

Eliza Huber wearing a leather blazer and pink Prada skirt.

What you'll need: leather jacket + satin miniskirt + pumps

This bubblegum-pink satin skirt with a legit train will never not be the main focal point of every outfit it's worn with, but you can still pair it with cool items that aren't just a simple tee or tank. Here, some color-blocking was utilized with the addition of a gray cashmere sweater and leather blazer.

Debora Brosa wearing a black top, cream necklace, and white skirt.

What you'll need: black sweater + long cord necklace + white poplin skirt

This isn't just any poplin white skirt. The decorative front flap makes it all the more worthy of admiration, allowing the wearer to simply style it with a black, navy, or cream sweater. Add just a cool corded necklace and vintage bag to finish off the ensemble.

Laura Reilly wearing a red top and burgundy leather skirt.

What you'll need: red sweater + burgundy leather skirt + tall boots

Sometimes, it can be easy to always wear your fun skirt with a simple black or white T-shirt. It's worked before, so why can't it again? It will, but it's also worth trying out new color and top-shape options. Clash a little, or add a pattern! The world is your oyster, especially when you have a great collection of skirts to play with.

Rikke Krefting wearing a leather bomber jacket and cream lace-trim skirt.

What you'll need: leather bomber jacket + tall heeled sandals, lace-trim skirt

No matter what length or style your lace-trim skirt is, wear it and wear it often. It's a surprisingly versatile wardrobe item, looking great with sandals, sneakers, and boots as well as heavy outerwear and lightweight basics.