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From Tenniscore To Y2K, The Miniskirt Trend Is Here To Stay

Yes, you can even wear one during winter.

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Emy Venturini a red plaid mini skirt, a leather jacket, and combat boots in Paris, France.
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Now known as the re-emergence era, the arrival of 2021 marked the start of a new period for fashion. After being cooped up throughout 2020, the dawn of the new year saw a rise in sensual silhouettes and a party-ready approach to dressing that encouraged you to get down and shimmy. Perhaps most ubiquitous of all, however, was the desire to flash some skin. Stepping outside in a top with a midriff-revealing cutout or participating in the flirty miniskirt trend, became a widespread act of sartorial rebellion. And even as 2022 looms closer, this bare-it-all phenomenon shows no sign of ceasing. In particular, skirts of both the micro and mini variety will continue to reign supreme.

Leggy silhouettes were dominant throughout the Spring/Summer 2022 showings from renowned fashion houses and indie labels alike. Miu Miu, for one, embodied a blingy, Y2K-inspired spirit and unveiled a crop of revelatory low-slung minis. Dior’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection paid homage to a throwback decade, too, though Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri went even further back on fashion’s timeline; ‘60s-inspired, mod-style dresses, shorts, and skirts were at the heart of the fashion house’s show. As for the smaller luxury labels, Sandy Liang’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection adopted a sporty approach to the mini with pleated tennis skirts.

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Clearly, miniskirts aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. To help garner outfit inspiration for the illustrious, thigh-revealing piece, scroll onward for some styling ideas. You’ll even discover a few styling tricks for wearing the miniskirt trend in the winter months, too.

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Fresh Off The Courts

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A tenniscore vibe is always an inspired, laidback choice. Complete the full sporty picture and pair a pleated tennis skirt with a polo top and white sneakers. You can, however, leave the racquet at home.

Relaxed Suiting

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Preppy fashion is another phenomenon from 2021 that will continue to surge into the new year. If you’re inclined to test out the classic trend, try a relaxed blazer and a matching mini skirt. Slip into a pair of timeless loafers, and you’re golden.

A Dopamine-Boosting Color Palette

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Tap into the ongoing maximalist trend of joyful dressing with a brightly hued miniskirt. Style the rest of your look in a similar mood-boosting fashion for optimal happiness. A colorful, printed puffer jacket is an ideal choice for colder days.

Garage Band Punk

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Lean into a grunge-inspired moment and opt for a tartan mini skirt with a leather jacket. You can even participate in 2021’s combat boot trend, too, if you’re so inclined.

Low Slung, À La A Y2K Pop Star

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Pay tribute to Britney Spears and Aaliyah by donning a low-slung miniskirt. Pair with a matching bra top, and cover up with a longline coat for when temperatures drop.

With Knee-High Boots

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A mini skirt paired with a knee-high boot is an infallible duo. Consider a shoe and skirt in a matching neutral like black. Then, throw in a neon green purse — like the vibrant and ruched Gabbi number from the celeb and It-girl-adored JW PEI — for a playful pop.

A Printed Mish-Mash

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A playful skirt lends itself to an experimental combination of prints. To tone down the look, throw on a pair of black tights if need be.

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