The 25 Best Spring Skirts of 2023
Skip into the new season with a flowy, dreamy skirt.
Longer days and blooming buds are Mother Nature's indicators that spring has finally arrived, while airy fabrics and free-flowing silhouettes are fashion's mark on the season. An ethereal day dress is a great standby, but don't sleep on the versatility of spring skirts. Whether you prefer a Versace-esque shape-framing silhouette or a longer bohemian style à la vintage Yves Saint Laurent, any spring skirt interpretation will provide relief from cumbersome jeans and heat-trapping leggings. Play with hemlines and waistlines, prints and pleats, and choose from a variety of fabrics—from denims to silks. Ahead, we've listed our top contenders for spring-season skirts, broken down by category.
The Floral Skirt
Star Fruit Midi Skirt
This piece is sure to give you a long-needed pop of color after a long, gray winter. We also love this Latinx-owned brand and its commitment to ethical, sustainable clothing production.
Floral Bias Midi Skirt
We love the way this traditionally feminine skirt looks paired with a loose band t-shirt and black boots. It would also look great paired with a form-fitting body suit or crop top.
The Faux Leather Skirt
Faux Leather Column Skirt
This size-inclusive option is a gorgeous, deep shade of brown that's perfect for a work event or an evening out.
Petite Vegan Leather Midi Skirt
The subtle pleats on this skirt lend it a flattering silhouette and overall put-together look.
French Connection Crolenda Faux Leather Mini Skirt
We love this burnt-orange color. Don this skirt to add a unique, retro flare to any outfit.
The Denim Skirt
Collusion Lightwash Maxi Denim Skirt
Who says long skirts can't be edgy? This lightwash denim look, along with the slit at the back, make this skirt an unmistakable ode to the '90s.
Modern Femme Denim Mini
This piece by Free People is made of stretchy fabric and lacks a zipper, which gives it a sleek finish that's sure to contrast well with a chunky sweater or baggy hoodie.
Denim Button-Front Flap-Pocket Midi Skirt
The perfect balance between short and long, this skirt and suits for any occasion. Plus, it has pockets!
The Pleated Skirt
White + NET SUSTAIN Asymmetric Pleated Wool-Gauze Midi Skirt
This flowing piece from haute couture brand Chloé will be sure to last you a lifetime, and is versatile enough to wear through all four seasons.
Women's Pleated Skirt
This shade of purple is reminiscent of lavender fields, making it perfect for spring.
Petal & Pup Ivy Skirt
The long, willowy silhouette of this skirt, coupled with its front-slit, makes it the perfect option for a walk in the park or a date night by the water. Dress it up with a pair of heels, or down with sneakers or black boots.
Slip Skirts
Satin Midi Slip Split Side Skirt
We love the way this model paired her delicate slip skirt with a dark, cotton band tee. It's the perfect balance of delicate and tough.
Bias-Cut Silk Maxi Skirt
This shade of green is perfect for transitioning between seasons, and the skirt's length makes it work for any occasion, casual or formal.
Drawstring Mini Slip Skirt
PSA: Not all slip skirts are long! This piece by Madewell makes for a more youthful, energetic look, and the drawstring waist adds a sporty touch to this traditional style.
Charlotte Pleated Skort
Remember skorts? Consider this an earnest plea to bring back this stylish, worry-free trend. We love this mini version of the pleated skirt, which brings us to our next category...
The Miniskirt
Checkerboard Flock Handkerchief Mini Skirt
This is a quirky, retro take on the miniskirt that you'll be sure to stand out in no matter where you go. Its asymmetrical is sure to spice up an otherwise ordinary top or sweater.
Rap Skirt Clas Sick
Ksubi's irreverent, original style shines through in this high-quality piece whose hem stops at the perfect length.
Anthropologie A-Line Mini Skirt
The linen fabric, unique embroidery, and meticulous detailing on this skirt make it a worthy addition to your closet.
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Sara Holzman is the Style Director for Marie Claire, where she's worked alongside the publication for eight years in various roles, ensuring the brand's fashion content continues to inform, inspire, and shape the conversation about fashion's ever-evolving landscape. With a degree from the Missouri School of Journalism, Sara is responsible for overseeing a diverse fashion content mix, from emerging and legacy designer profiles to reported features on the influence of social media on style and seasonal and micro trends across the world's fashion epicenters in New York, Milan, and Paris. Before joining Marie Claire, Sara held fashion roles at Conde Nast's Lucky Magazine and Self Magazine and was a style and travel contributor to Equinox's Furthermore website. Over her decade of experience in the fashion industry, Sara has helped guide each brand's style point of view, working alongside veteran photographers and stylists to bring editorial and celebrity photo shoots to fruition from start to finish. Sara currently lives in New York City. When she's not penning about fashion or travel, she’s at the farmer’s market, on a run, working to perfect her roasted chicken recipe, or spending time with her husband, dog, and cat. Follow her along at @sarajonewyork
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