The Best Maxi Skirts Will Make You Forget the Micro Mini

You can't go wrong with a black maxi skirt, as this Leset style shows. Made from a lightweight and stretchy poly blend, it features a swinging A-line silhouette. Style it with a casual button-down shirt and slip on a pair of ballet flats for an outfit that's polished without trying too hard.

No wardrobe is really complete without a slip skirt. Banana Republic's maxi slip skirt will teach you why it's a near-universal favorite. It's made from a light-reflecting silk chartreuse that creates slight texture (and catches the eye). Another winning detail: It has an elastic waistband you can comfortably wear all day.

Denim skirts are a massive fashion trend this year, and Free People's maxi-length version deserves a second look. It boasts a mid-rise waist, A-line silhouette, and six colors ranging from dark indigo to light blue to black. It's so easygoing, it might even usurp your favorite pair of jeans as your daily go-to. "Besides looking good, it's super comfy," writes one reviewer. "There's just enough fabric to make it easy to walk in but not so much as to overwhelm."

If you're getting in touch with your bohemian side, the first step is to make sure you own a flowing, tiered maxi skirt. And if you don't yet have one, add Farm Rio's to your closet. Made of a lightweight georgette crepe fabric, this ruffled skirt offers drama on its own, while the black-and-white print leaves you room to style it with a playful pop of color.

This longline column style from COS puts a modernized twist on the age-old pencil skirt. With its peek-a-boo slit on the back that hits just above the knee, this option is work-appropriate without feeling drab. It's fit with belt loops and narrow pockets, creating a tailored effect similar to that of your favorite suit trousers.

Yes, it is possible to wear a pleated skirt in 2024 without looking like you're a prep school student ditching first period. The pro tip is to style it with relaxed separates. Start with a structured pleated maxi—like The Frankie Shop’s heavyweight twill number—and team it with a loose crop top or understated cami.

Surprise, surprise: florals are a dominant spring trend once again. While the natural motif comes around every season, some new versions make the print feel less predictable. SIR's red floral maxi skirt is a perfect example. It's made of a lightweight cotton and silk blend, cut into a ruched, tiered silhouette that draws the eye. The end result is relaxed and bohemian, as opposed to a stuffier style fit for an upper-crust garden party.

Denim maxi skirts are trending so fervently that more than one belongs on this list—specifically, one with an unexpected asymmetric hem. Choose between five different colorways—inky black, dusty brown, and a washed-out white—and a 26 to 34 size range.

One thrilled Nordstrom reviewer calls this frayed-hem style a "versatile and viable skirt" that's "wonderful, comfy, and fabulous." Plus, the denim isn't too rigid: "It's a stretchy material that moves easily with your movements and gives a very flattering shape," they write.

Under the rise of gorpcore (the fashion aesthetic comprised of practical and camping-ready styles), cargo pants have experienced a massive surge. So too have more feminine cargo skirts as a result. These multi-pocked bottoms from ASTR the Label are a great way to incorporate the hard-working trend into your spring and summer wardrobe.

The sheer trend is still going strong for 2024, as evidenced by this half-see-through lace style by Hill House Home. The sensual maxi skirt comes with a built-in brief mini skirt lining. (Read: No need to fret about the best undergarment to wear with the sheer bottoms.) Consider teaming it with an oversize top, like a breezy blouse or even a roomy graphic T-shirt.

When comfort is your top priority, the best maxi skirts are crafted from flexible materials with lots of give. Reformation’s Maria Skirt is an ideal option. This ankle-grazing style is made of a stretchy jersey fabric that feels like butter on the body. For a richer texture, try it in slate gray or berry velvet.