How to Wear the Latest Skirts (No Matter Your Body Type!)
After years of skinny-jeans domination, the skirt is having a moment. But with so many styles out there—from pleated to peplum (not to mention maxis, midis, and minis)—a definitive how-to is in order.
By Clarissa Cruz
Peplum Skirt
There's a lot of flounce for the ounce here, so select a soft material. "Stiff peplums look too Dynasty," says O creative director Adam Glassman.
How to Wear It: Embrace the skirt's femininity by choosing a sexy peep-toe or strappy heel.
If You're Short: Avoid wedges—they visually shorten your legs.
If You're Tall: A wide belt is an unexpected, chic addition.
What to Avoid: A full top that obscures the peplum. And no boots, stiletto or otherwise.
Blouse, Tucker by Gaby Basora, $298. Skirt, Eva Franco, $195. Hat, Kangol. Cuff, Kenneth Cole New York. Belt, L.K. Bennett. Shoes and clutch, L'Wren Scott.
Shot at Goorin Bros. Hat Shop, New York City.
How to Wear It: Embrace the skirt's femininity by choosing a sexy peep-toe or strappy heel.
If You're Short: Avoid wedges—they visually shorten your legs.
If You're Tall: A wide belt is an unexpected, chic addition.
What to Avoid: A full top that obscures the peplum. And no boots, stiletto or otherwise.
Blouse, Tucker by Gaby Basora, $298. Skirt, Eva Franco, $195. Hat, Kangol. Cuff, Kenneth Cole New York. Belt, L.K. Bennett. Shoes and clutch, L'Wren Scott.
Shot at Goorin Bros. Hat Shop, New York City.
From the October 2012 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine