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The Awkward Girl’s Guide to Midi Skirts

Want to know how to wear a midi skirt? Read on…

How to wear a midi skirt

Midi skirts. So elegant. So stylish. So exactly like something Audrey Hepburn might wear

… right up to the moment you look in the mirror, and discover that the midi skirt you thought would look SO chic hasn’t magically turned you into Audrey, Ultimate Style Icon. No, your midi skirt has only gone and transformed you into Audrey, the little old lady from down the road, instead. She’s 92, you know. And she’s got no time for all this ‘fashion’ nonsense, let me tell you, because she’s got to get to the shop before it closes, and buy young Jimmy some kippers for his tea, and… wait, where was I?

Oh yeah: midi skirts. They’re awkward, is what I’m trying to say here. Or they CAN be. In the wrong hands, they can end up looking downright frumpy, in fact, and that, my friends, is what I’m here to help you with today. Well, I’m going to try, anyway: I just want to be clear here that I in no way consider myself to be an expert on the dark art of midi-skirting, but I do get quite a lot of comments from readers who say they’d like to wear some of the skirts I’m always prancing around in, but are worried they’ll make them look super-short, or stumpy, or like Queen Elizabeth II on a bad day. God, it’s horrible the things people say about themselves, isn’t it? (Not the Queen Elizabeth thing, obviously: I mean, her Madge is stylin’.)

If you’re one of those people, then, this post is for you, and is here to show you that yes, you CAN wear a midi skirt: even if you think you’re too short, or too round, or too whatever-it-is that’s holding you back. Because if I can do it, anyone can: trust me on this. So, first things first:

 

black midi skirt and stripe bardot top with red shoes

CHOOSING YOUR MIDI SKIRT OUTFIT

So, the first rule of midi skirts is that you don’t talk about midi skirts. No, wait: that’s Fight Club, isn’t it? OK, the first rule of midi skirts is that they’re not all equal, which means you must choose your skirt with care, and probably get it tailored to make sure it fits you properly. Because here’s the thing: a true midi skirt (like they used to wear back in the Olden Days) should ideally hit around mid calf – hence the name “midi”. We’re not going to do that, though, and the reason is that this is not a flattering place for a skirt to hit. I

‘m not saying it can’t be done – pretty much ANYTHING can be done, if you have the right attitude – but it’ll be tricky, and why would you make things tricky when you don’t have to ?

The thing is, you don’t actually NEED to wear a mid-calf-length skirt to get the effect of a midi, though: a slightly shorter skirt will create the same kind of effect, but be much easier to style, which is why most of the “midi” skirts you see me wear hit just below the knee, rather than at mid-calf.

Most of them have also been altered to get them to that length: the one I’m wearing in the photos below (Collectif’s ‘Leisel’ circle skirt, if you’re wondering) is one of the few exceptions to this rule, but the vast, vast majority of midi skirts available on the high street right now will come almost to my ankles, so they have to go for the chop before I can wear them.

what to wear with a midi skirt

My first two tips, then, are these:

01.
IT’S ALL ABOUT PROPORTION – Midi Skirt Length:

if the mid-calf look isn’t for you, try going a little bit shorter. As long as your skirt is longer than average, people will still see a “midi”, so you’ll get the effect you’re after without feeling like you’re in a costume drama.

02.
YOUR TAILOR IS YOUR BEST FRIEND.

Or your sewing machine, if you have one. (My dog is actually my best friend, but that has nothing to do with midi skirts, so…) If you can sew, taking up a hem will be child’s play for you: if you can’t, it shouldn’t cost much to have it done for you, so hit up Google and find someone who can do the deed.

So, you have your perfectly hemmed midi skirt. Now what? Well, now comes the fun part: working out what to wear with your awesome new midi skirt. Below, you’ll find some quick tips on what to wear with a midi skirt: before you read them, though, I just want to re-iterate that these are tips, not rules. There ARE no actual “rules” when it comes to personal style, so these are just the tips I’ve personally found most effective when styling midi skirts: I’m not going to come and hunt you down or anything if you don’t follow them.

Let’s take it from the top: literally, I mean…

WHAT TOPS SHOULD YOU WEAR WITH A MIDI SKIRT?
Hoe to Style a midi skirt?

Working out what kind of top to wear with your midi skirt is actually pretty simple:

: choosing the right style of top to wear with a midi skirt

what top to wear with a midi skirt
what top to wear with a midi skirt

As you can see, Amber on the right of this photo has obviously been spending a bit too much time on Pinterest lately. She’s been looking at all the photos of cool girls in full skirts and slouchy sweaters, and she’s decided that she could be one of those girls, too. She’s wrong about that, though: and Amber-on-the-left knows it. That’s why she’s smiling smugly: because Amber-on-the-left knows what you’ve all long suspected – that those Pinterest girls are magical fashion unicorns. They don’t actually exist outside of Pinterest, and if you try to copy them, you’ll just end up looking like Amber-on-the-right, and you don’t want that, do you?

This tip is one that most people probably know, and it basically says that if you’re wearing volume on the bottom, you can’t ALSO have volume on the top, and vice-versa. If you, too, are a magical fashion unicorn, you might just be able to pull it off, but if you’re just a regular person like me, you’ll probably find that circle-cut midi skirts will look better worn with a top that’s both fitted and cropped (or tucked, in this case). You need to define the waist to make the volume work, basically, so anything that can be described using the words “slouchy” or “oversized” is best left to the Pinterest girls – or worn with a midi skirt that’s more fitted:

The Awkward Girl's Guide to Midi Skirts and How to Wear Them

what NOT to wear with a midi skirt

This tip is one that most people probably know, and it basically says that if you’re wearing volume on the bottom, you can’t ALSO have volume on the top, and vice-versa. If you, too, are a magical fashion unicorn, you might just be able to pull it off, but if you’re just a regular person like me, you’ll probably find that circle-cut midi skirts will look better worn with a top that’s both fitted and cropped (or tucked, in this case). You need to define the waist to make the volume work, basically, so anything that can be described using the words “slouchy” or “oversized” is best left to the Pinterest girls – or worn with a midi skirt that’s more fitted:

Even then, I’d still want to tuck it, to create the illusion of a waist:

tucking a sweater into a skirt at the front only is an easy way to create the illusion of a waist

This simple little “front only” tuck is a really easy way to emphasise the waist, and make the overall look a little more polished, without having to tuck tons of fabric down the front of your skirt, which, AWKWARD.

stripe top with tuck volume on the top = no volume on the bottom. (EDITED TO ADD: In the years since this post was written, the ‘slouchy top + midi skirt’ look has become quite fashionable, which makes it much easier to wear, because it’s a look that people are pretty accustomed to seeing these days. That makes this piece of advice feel a little bit redundant – and me feel a bit stupid, really – but I can’t go back in time and change it, so moving on…)

WHAT SHOES TO WEAR WITH A MIDI SKIRT?

This is another fairly easy one, and I’ve made a handy graphic to illustrate it:

style advice: what kind of shoes should you wear with a midi skirt

what shoes to wear with a midi skirt

By which I mean, “ditch the ankle straps”. Shoes with ankle straps can be almost as tricky to wear as midi skirts themselves, as, like midi skirts, they have a tendency to shorten the leg. (Visually, I mean, not literally.) See how these shoes draw a line across my ankle, effectively dividing the leg into two halves, and making it look a bit shorter? The long hem of the skirt is doing that already, and I don’t need any help to make my legs look shorter, so while I will occasionally wear ankle straps (like I said, there are no “rules” here…), for the most part I try to avoid them with longer skirts. Speaking of things that shorten legs…

HOW TO WEAR A CALF LENGTH SKIRT with flats

how to style a midi skirt with flats

can you wear flats with a midi skirt?

A lot of people think they shouldn’t wear flats with a midi skirt, citing the “but they’ll make my legs look shorter!” rule as evidence of this. Now, there’s no getting away from the fact that flats will make your legs look shorter, and so will midi skirts, so if making your legs look longer is your goal, then yeah, stick to heels. There’s also no getting away from the fact that heels aren’t always practical, though, so, again, it’s all about proportion. As long as your skirt isn’t super-long, you should still be able to wear flats with it: my rule of thumb here is to go for pointed or almond toes rather than round ones (pointier toes will lengthen the appearance of the foot, and therefore the leg), and if I’m going to be wearing flats, I’ll normally try to pick a slightly shorter skirt. Oh, and no ankle straps – again!

But what about boots, I hear you say! I’m glad you asked…

HOW TO WEAR A MIDI SKIRT with boots

When it comes to boots…

what kind of boots should you wear with a midi skirt

what boots to wear with a midi skirt

Ankle boots with bare legs makes for a very trendy look, and you’ll see the Pinterest girls do it all the time. They’re magical unicorns, though, remember? When I try to do it, it just doesn’t look right: that doesn’t mean it won’t look right on YOU, you magical unicorn of a person, but when I’m wearing boots with a midi skirt, I always make sure the hem of the skirt covers the top of the boots. Again, this is to prevent that whole “dividing up the leg” thing I keep banging on about. Another way to do it is to pair your ankle boots with tights of the same colour:

how to style a midi skirt with ankle boots

midi skirt and tights

It’s much less trendy, but then again, I’ve never claimed to be trendy, so no surprises there. (Oh, and it’ll be warmer than bare legs, too!)

Finally: outerwear!

what kind of coat should you wear with a midi skirt

What coat to wear with a midi skirt

MIDI SKIRTS AND OUTERWEAR: WHAT TO WEAR WITH A MIDI SKIRT

Winter can be particularly difficult for us midi-skirters, because not many coat manufacturers take midi skirts into consideration, unfortunately. There are basically two types of outerwear that work with midi skirts:

01. Very long coats, which cover the skirt entirely

02. Very short jackets, which leave most of the skirt exposed.

Oh, and if your midi skirt is a full one, your coat also has to be full, otherwise you end up with tons of fabric trapped inside a straight-cut coat, and that’ll be as uncomfortable to wear as it is awkward to look at. Here’s an illustrated guide:

how to wear a midi skirt with coats and jackets

what coat to wear with a midi skirt?
biker-jacket-and-midi-skirt

Of this lot, the first coat works because it’s both long enough to cover the skirt and full enough to accommodate it. The second coat is what I call the “badly wrapped parcel” look: it’s too short, so the skirt sticks out underneath: it’s not the worst look in the world, but I always think the two different hems look a little messy, so it’s one I try to avoid. The white jacket is also too short to cover the skirt, but because it’s SO short that it leaves most of the skirt exposed, it works better than the coat. The biker jacket is better still, because it’s short enough to show almost all of the skirt, while the green coat is… just everything that’s wrong with the world, really. (When worn with the skirt, I mean.) It’s both too short AND too narrow, so it’s turning my body into a rectangle, and trapping the skirt underneath it: it’s the worst of all worlds, basically.

Where to shop for calf length skirts

Since this article was written, skirts like the ones pictures have become a little harder to find. Don’t worry, though, midi devotees: you can still find your favourite length of skirt (in fact, there are more of them around than ever), it’s just that, these days, it normally comes attached to a dress of some description, and will tend to be little longer, and less “retro” in shape than the one I’m wearing here.

The good news is that, regardless of what your skirt/dress looks like, the same “rules” still apply. At the time of writing, it’s become fashionable to wear what I’d personally call unflattering shoes with dresses and skirts of all descriptions (think Birkenstocks, sports shoes, clumpy boots) so, if being “on trend” matters to you, you might want to disregard some of the footwear tips I’ve given above, but most of the other tips hold true, even several years after this post was first published.

Here’s how I normally wear my midi skirts:

red polka dot skirt with white t-shirt and Converse sneakers

polka dot circle skirt with slogan sweater and high heels

floaty chiffon skirt with grey t-shirt

Zara check pencil skirt

And now you know everything *I* know about how to wear a midi skirt. If there’s anything I’ve missed, drop me a comment!

how to style a longer skirt

What is a midi skirt

A midi skirt is a type of skirt that falls midway down your calf, between the knee and the ankle. The term “midi” refers to its mid-calf length, which distinguishes it from mini skirts, which are significantly shorter, and maxi skirts, which typically go down to the floor. Midi skirts come in a variety of styles, such as A-line, pencil, pleated, and circle skirts, and they can be dressed up or down, making them a versatile piece for many occasions. They’re considered a timeless piece in women’s fashion, flattering a wide range of body types and suitable for both casual and formal settings.

Related: How to style a midi skirt in winter

Related: How to get used to wearing heels

 

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styling tips for midi skirts

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COMMENTS
  • Hana

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    Oooh I love this article! It’s so great to see how different shoes and tops look with midi skirts, and I think you nailed the perfect look – but I bet you’ve had a lot of practice with all those beautiful retro dresses 🙂

    November 12, 2015
    • Shirl SW

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      Hurrah for mentioning flats! We can’t all totter about in vertiginous heels, yet fashion bloggers go on and on about the spindly heeled foot torturers like we should all wear them! I prefer to be able to get from a to b and back again without spraining something!

      April 2, 2019
  • Daisy

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    Fab advice, very helpful 🙂 Now if you could do this for every type of clothing I’d have a handy how-to-wear-clothes guide and my stylish mum and brother wouldn’t criticise my (lack of) dress sense!

    November 12, 2015
      • Aparna

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        Please do that! Your pictures look great, and your tips make sense.

        November 16, 2015
  • Media

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    Hi Amber, love the article! Would you say these tips also apply to long coats, like the princess coat? I’d love to get one, especially those with faux fur on the hem and cuffs but since I’m so short (less than 160 cm), I’m not sure if I can pull it off or if it won’t look to costumey.

    November 12, 2015
  • Erin

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    Amber this is a great idea! The instructional guide style reminds me of reading fashion magazines in the 90’s, and the pictures are super helpful and cute. I also like the cheeky thumbs-up/thumbs-down photos. 🙂

    November 12, 2015
  • Love this post – and also glad to see I’m following most of your ‘rules’ as I’m not a magical fashion unicorn either (putting it mildly). I do sometimes wear ankle straps with my midis though – but those tend to be with the shorter, more knee-length ones, yep. Problem is my feet are so narrow I largely need a strap on my shoes, so it can’t be all court shoes all the time over here 🙁 Anyway, you’re definitely right that the key to these skirts is so often – just get them to fit right, and pay someone to alter them if you have to!

    November 12, 2015
      • Loretta

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        Hi Amber I’ve a bright bright yellow midi skirt Wondering what color top you’d recommend with it fur a wedding? Cheers Loretta

        April 28, 2019
  • I really like how you showed the yes & no versions!! Although I will disagree with you and say I liked that striped slouchy shirt with the pencil skirt when you front tucked it—I think it gave you a whole different personality and the lines were good!!! jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

    November 12, 2015
  • Can I ask for one on looking stylish while walking the dog please? Summer was fine, but now pup and I are walking in the rain more and more, and it’s getting colder. I’ve suddenly realised pup must think I live in my gym kit and husband’s waterproof coat (and so must my fellow dog walkers).

    November 12, 2015
      • Normally I wouldn’t mind but we live in a small community. Dog walks usually involve bumping into husband’s colleagues/bosses and/or their (immaculate looking) wives.

        November 13, 2015
  • Brenda F

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    Thanks for this post, Amber! I had written off midi skirts long ago, but maybe will try again. I think everyone needs a good tailor, it’s amazing how they can turn frump into fashion with the shortening of a hem!

    November 12, 2015
  • TinaD

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    This is a really good primer on proportion. I fell over a photo a while back of Christian Dior measuring a model’s hemline–I forget where–apparently it was supposed to be 40 cm from the floor in all cases, measured with the woman in shoes. I don’t know how that works out on normal people, because I can’t simultaneously wear my skirts and measure the hemlines, but it suggests shorter skirts for shorter legs, and also shorter skirts for flatter shoes, to keep the New Look proportions. (And I totally agree re:Pinterest; street stylistas appear to exist in a land without weather. Because otherwise, jeans+camelhair coat+strappy sandals=frostbite. Unless we’ve decided that “lost three toes” is the new sexy?)

    November 12, 2015
    • Stand on the bottom of a measuring tape? Or else rope in someone else for assistance.

      November 15, 2015
    • Kirstin

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      I have seen this too! It finally made sense why the skirts always looked fabulous!

      June 7, 2017
  • Hi Amber, that was a really thought-out well written post. The thing with midi – or even any other skirt the length is always come down longer as i’m quite short, so a midi could be a maxi on me and and a maxi could be a dress! If you get what I’m getting at. I still found the tips to helpful. xx

    November 12, 2015
  • Gosh, could you be any cuter! This was fantastic, i loved LOVED the visual photos to go with the tips. So helpful!!!

    November 12, 2015
  • Miss Kitty

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    Loved this article! Lots of helpful tips, thanks! Could you please please please also do one on accessorising (if that’s a word)? This is my total bugbear – I can put together a fairly decent outfit, but fall flat with my accessories. I would love to see how you do it! And also one on how to wear different winter coat styles and boots, seeing as I will be digging these out fairly shortly.

    November 13, 2015
  • I really liked this post! The side by photos are great!

    I saw in one of your replies above that you are thinking of doing more of these kinds of posts – that would be great!

    November 13, 2015
  • This is so helpful, thanks Amber! I’ve just bought my first full midi skirt (a tutu!), and was stumped what to wear it with. Your post came at the perfect time!

    November 13, 2015
  • Jay

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    I actually really like the slouchy shirt/skirt combo on you.

    November 13, 2015
  • Kate

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    I’m sure many will benefit from this post. The comparison photos are so cute, it must be very time consuming to do it.
    You always look stunning in pencil dress but it’s not for everyone. It’s very challenging to carry it off. How about choosing the right pencil dress for different body type?

    November 15, 2015
  • Thanks for the work that went into this post, the advice is good and the photos are perfect illustrations.

    November 17, 2015
  • Nini

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    Nice post, I love your tips, they make sense to me 🙂

    I was wondering, do you wear a petticoat underneath ? I like the volume a petticoat gives but it’s just too fluffy for me and really not practical for everyday (and it’s just two layers !). I guess I just need a bit of practice.
    Now, I am a newbie with longer skirts but I find it very difficult to walk with : the fabric keeps bunching in the middle and I spend most of my time adjusting it. Am I missing something ? Any advice on how to avoid it ?

    January 12, 2016
      • Nini

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        I tought I had subscribed to the comments but apparently not, silly me !

        Yes, I will try with a slip under, see how it goes 🙂 I noticed it mostly with my coat on, I guess it’s just not full enough.

        Thanks !

        January 19, 2016
  • Mika

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    I like the green coat as it is a beautiful coat on its own. However I disagree with the covering of the whole skirt length as it lends itself to the “Is she wearing anything underneath?” stares. Whereas the camel color coat prevents that and also gives a nice contrast (orange/blue) with the shes being neutral (black). Overall great post as you offer great styling ideas. Do you have any blogs for the longer midi skirts (and dresses)? What about non fuller midi skirts or midi pencil skirts?

    February 2, 2016
  • Elena

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    Cool post! I like your modeling because you have a pleasant look on your face, unlike many “magical fashion unicorns”! That made me laugh. ? Thanks for providing the thoughtful info!

    March 8, 2016
  • Tara

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    Sorry, but most of this advice is just wrong. Tucking a tight top into the waist of a flared midi looks absolutely old fashioned, very 50’s. The pumps only make it look worse. And those tall boots are awful with that skirt. Those tall boots are just awful, period. If you want to wear tall boots with midis you need to have a little more bulk at the ankle, rounded toe, and block heel, not those form-fitting pointed toe things. Ankle boots look fantastic with midis and they also look very current, but like the tall boots the ankle boots need to have some heft, a rounded toe and block heel. And no “shooties”! As for tops, tight tops look horribly old fashioned. If you want to tuck, wear a looser fitting tee or shirt/blouse. If you don’t want to tuck, wear a cropped or slightly longer loose fitting tee or sweater. You really don’t want to look like you stepped out of the pages of a 1950’s magazine ad for stoves!

    March 10, 2016
    • Melly

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      Agree! I think the look with the ankle boots is awesome.

      October 17, 2016
  • Way cool! Some very valid points! I appreciate you penning this write-up and also the rest of the website is also really good.

    March 17, 2016
  • Amber,
    I like the advice you give about how to wear a midi skirt. It is spot on. While fashion is very personal, a close-fitting top with a midi skirt gives an optimal profile especially for us shorter women, because we don’t want to compromise the look by looking like we’re drowning in fabric.

    March 21, 2016
  • Emma

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    feeling empowered! Thank you:
    from the girl who NEVER wears skirt!

    April 5, 2016
  • Loved your pictures on this! Great post, super helpful tips and illustrations on how to wear a midi skirt.
    xx- S || Gamine & Stripes

    July 10, 2016
  • joanne

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    where oh where did u get that long green coat!! it is gorgeous and im determined to have it in my life!! 😀

    July 27, 2016
  • Silla

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    Hey Amber, really love your post and it couldn’t have come at a better time. I have this full midi skirt and I am wondering if I could pair it with sneakers but I am worried about that it’ll make my legs look short. I have to wear it to a dinner party, casual that is.
    Help

    September 20, 2016
  • Linda Lowe

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    Helpful article and nicely done. Excellent work!

    December 16, 2016
  • Very Helful tips

    December 26, 2016
  • Elisa Hu

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    I could swear I am following all the rules, but still get unfavorable reviews whenever I wear my “midi” (just below knee, as advised on here). I’m starting to think it’s a cultural thing because, living in Brazil, the Audrey Hepburn look isn’t quite as valued as the Kim Kardashian look…

    December 29, 2016
  • Juliette

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    Finally some good advice about midi skirts! I love mine but never know what jacket to wear it with, thank you!!
    Can I ask where the long greenish coat is from? Its beautiful

    March 6, 2017
  • Thank you for this, it’s so useful to see the midi skirts paired with different shoes and jackets! I was wondering if you happened to have any tips about wearing palazzo pants, for a future post? I think I’m at the opposite end of the height scale to you at almost six foot tall, but I have two fabulous pairs of palazzo pants and I struggle with the shoes and jacket for them!
    Lisa | http://www.whatlisadidnext.com

    April 3, 2017
      • No worries at all!

        April 3, 2017
  • Dee

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    You addressed every single concern I have with midi skirts! Finally…someone who gets me! However midi skirts still look absolutely terrible on me. They are my favorite thing in the world but I think it’s just not meant to be ??

    April 23, 2017
  • Jen

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    You look super cute but my problem is that I have a bit of a pudge to contend with and tucking is not a good idea so any tip on that! I love midi but usually wear a nice shirt but most definitely no tuck! Loved your article BTW. Hope to read more!

    May 20, 2017
  • Thank you so much! This article is very helpful. I laugh when you point out that girl in the Pinterest are unicorn girl… LOL.

    June 30, 2017
  • Blue skirts looks good with white or yellow color shirt that make new and fresh look.

    July 13, 2017
  • This is a very informative article. Love the details. Thanks for sharing.

    September 8, 2017
  • Jennarose

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    I love this article. I am also 5’4 and for some reason it never occurred to me to get the midi dresses/skirts hemmed. I have now done that with all of my skirts to where they hit below my knee and it makes a world of difference, I have legs again! Thank you.

    September 12, 2017
  • Lucy parkinson

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    I have just been looking at said magical unicorn girls on Pinterest for A/W fashion trends and I’m soooo glad I came across your article! It’s so great to see a trend converted in to common sense for normal people ( being more of a muggle fashion donkey than a magical unicorn…). I might actually attempt to buy one now and look nice not ridiculous. Loving your site. Will be back.

    September 15, 2017
  • Paula

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    Oh my goodness! I love the mint green midi coat with the pale faux fur trim – can you share where this is from please?
    I may be missing something but I can’t see the reference anywhere?

    November 21, 2017
  • Great tips, Amber. Thanks for your suggestions. I am sure this is going to help many girls.

    November 29, 2017
  • Cortsa

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    Thank you so much for this post!!! I love the midi skirt but was struggling to get the right shoes and jacket to go with it. THANK YOU for answering so many of my questions and helping me feel more confident about myself! xoxo

    January 15, 2018
  • I’m a passionate wearer of midi skirts, just like the ones you wear yourself. But I am failing to find a WARM winter jacket year after year, especially when my no. 1 rule is: it has to be either short or Long enough to go with a midi. Oh, and no puffer jackets please…

    So, do you have any idea where such magical jackets / coats can be found? I really Need a WARM one, we get around -20°C here in Austria/Europe…

    February 27, 2018
  • Dawn

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    You’re a delight to read and your outfits are beautiful.

    April 11, 2018
  • Melissa

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    Your hair is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for this post! Very helpful.

    April 13, 2018
  • wow what a lovely blog and your pretty look.

    April 26, 2018
  • PikaHon

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    The ankle boots with bare legs DO look very good on you! Or is it only in the picture?

    Anyhow, I loved reading this article. It’s funny, the pictures are really descriptive and you are absolutely gorgeous! Also, I really feel like I’ve learned something.

    Keep up the good work!

    June 10, 2018
  • Pia

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    Thank you for all the inspiration! I am quite tall, and love the length just below the knees. Please give me more articles like this!

    July 6, 2018
  • Sarah Barltrop

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    Thank you! Also where is your black midi skirt from? I can’t seem to find one like that!

    August 11, 2018
  • Rosa

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    Thanks for a great article. I really love the strip fitted top you have on. I’ve been trying to find the exact thing for a while but haven’t had much success. Can you please tell me where you got it?

    September 6, 2018
  • Nobantu Maliwa

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    Thank u for this article it’s really helpful, please do another one with other clothing items e.g skinny jeans, boots, dresses etc.

    September 17, 2018
  • Sarah

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    What about different lengths in short sleeves? Does that effect the look at all? Also, I do a LOT of walking, but I can’t wear flats because of the way my feet are, any ideas for shoes?

    February 15, 2019
  • Antonymous

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    I know it might sound strange and funny, but I read that actually the shorter the skirt the higher the heel as apparently a more visible leg might benefit more definition :D, although you can make the untucked shirt work with higher heels, as it lengthens the bust. While the right long skirt can lengthen the legs more.

    March 31, 2019
  • Erin

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    Thank you so much! Really loved the photos!

    May 1, 2019
  • Samantha

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    I love love love the first coat, the one with the fur trim! It’s beautiful! Where do I get a coat like that!

    Also thanks for all the advice!

    May 8, 2019
  • Claire

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    What if I don’t have a petticoat and don’t have access to a tailor or sewing machine?

    May 13, 2019
  • Rosemary

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    You give excellent fashion advice! I remember being a teenager in the 1960″s and girls were not allowed to wear longer skirts to school which I thougnt was stupid. I remember beiing told my skirt length was innapropriate. Long skirts such as midis look great with the right accessories.

    October 19, 2019
  • Kathrin

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    Hi Amber,
    I`ve recently noticed a video on Youtube which is showing one of your photos from this blog content.
    Your head has been chopped off, but I recognized the photo immediately when I saw it.

    The link is https://youtu.be/Pwlj-FAiNmY @ minute 2:35.

    This Youtuber claims to be very elegant and affluent, but I don`t find it very chic to steal other people`s content.

    December 10, 2019
  • Rosaleen Doyle

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    Excellent advice thanks for the tips! Useful as midi skirts are lovely when you know what to wear with them!

    April 7, 2020
  • Carolina

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    Looked on Pinterest for midi-skirt looks and found your post. Your suggestions about how to wear a midi skirt are so helpful. I am old enough to be your grandmother but I still care about my appearance and gravity has not helped the appearance of my knees. Love your common sense approach to this topic.

    August 9, 2020
  • Reena

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    You’re a great writer! Your style (writing!) makes me laugh.

    September 25, 2020
  • Maia

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    Hi Amber! Thank you for your tips. I have a pair of low-cut brown booties and black tights. The booties are a darker shade of brown and I was wondering, do you think this would still work? Do the boots and tights really have to be the same color for the elongating effect? I have been stressing over this, which I know is silly! Your input would be appreciated. <3

    November 6, 2020
  • Sue

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    Great tips. Thanks

    December 13, 2020
  • Susana

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    Belts? What about belts? It seems I need to make more of a waist but don’t want to look so out of date. Suggestions?

    June 21, 2021
  • Ash

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    Amber,
    What about super petite ladies? Midi skirts hit almost at my ankle. So, is there anything wrong with wearing a midi as a full length?

    May 19, 2022
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