I haven’t worn skirts much in years. I don’t know. I got all in my head about it, but lately I’ve been feeling like showing off the gams again and I’m seeing mini skirts pop up all over from different retailers.
I recently got this little number from Gap Factory, in pinstripes no less, and had to style it up.
My Skirt Details: If you want to dip your toe into this skirt moment, this one from Gap Factory is so inexpensive. It’s typically on sale for $24! I’m not sure why the description says ‘pull-on’ because the skirt has a side zipper and hook closure (that’s one reason I sized up in it) but it’s comfy in the size up and gave me a little bit more length, too. I included a few more great skirt options below if you want something other than a pinstripe.
How to Style a Mini Skirt This Fall: 5 Outfit Ideas + My Confidence Tips
I hadn’t planned on trying out all these outfits when I got this skirt in, but once I put it on, I started playing around and having a blast coming up with different looks. It’s still so warm many places right now that I didn’t lean super heavy with the pieces or fabrics, but I did pop on jackets with one of the looks and did a couple more with layers.
I’m not typically a tights gal, but this is making me want to find some good brown sheer tights and matching brown boots to try out with the navy. That color combo has the whole team here swooning this year. But for now, here’s what I came up with for styling a mini skirt in your 40s.
1 | With A Sweatshirt + Sneakers For Sporty Vibes
Similar Sweatshirt | Skirt (L) | Sneakers
This is how I’ll most likely wear this look the most. I love a sporty moment mixed with preppy pieces and this combo is fun and casual. I also liked this with my white platform Nikes.
Similar Sweatshirt | Skirt (L) | Sneakers
And I pulled in a couple favorite jackets to warm up the look for later, too. I only have an oversized trench right now (I needed to update the size of my classic trench) but I like the vibe.
Similar Sweatshirt | Skirt (L) | Sneakers // Similar Trench | Similar Sweatshirt | Skirt (L) | Sneakers
2 | With The Matching Vest + Cowprint Mules
Vest (M) | Skirt (L) | Mules | Button Down (or this)
I work from home, but I so wish I had a reason to wear this look somewhere! I love love it so much. I’ve always wanted a matching pinstripe suit. This is the only white button-down I have right now and it’s gorgeous on its own, but I’d pair a crisper one with this for the office or if/when I get a place to wear it.
I think without the button-down underneath I could get away with this for a date night or something. I’d probably grab my moto jacket to top it off/toughen it up with.
3 | With A Denim Shirt, Rugby Cardigan, and Clogs
Cardigan (M) | Shirt (M) | Skirt (L) | Clogs
I love this kind of collegiate-inspired outfit. Once I decide on the clog shoes I’m keeping (big try-on post is coming soon) I’ll be rocking this weekly — I have a feeling. I love the color of these clogs with this outfit. They’re a little lower than what I was imagining I’d keep, but great if you don’t want a high platform! And this cardigan is my favorite. It’s light enough for this warm-natured lady but still has those great fall vibes.
4 | With A Layered Sporty Combo: Denim Shirt + Sweatshirt
Similar Sweatshirt | Shirt (M) | Skirt (L) | Clogs
Swapped the cardigan here for another sweatshirt, this time a white one with the denim shirt layered underneath. I think this look would be fun with socks, too, but I’d size up in these clogs if you want to wear anything more than tights with them. I’m still figuring out what socks look best with this kind of look on me because most tend to cut off my legs visually and make them look shorter than I’d like. But maybe a taupe thin pretty sock would be good? Especially if I go with these clogs instead.
5 | With An Oversized Button Down Shirt + Cow Print Mules
Oops dang, sorry about the wrinkles here. I normally cannot stand them but eh, this week has been nuts. I love this combo of the oversized button down and mini skirt and pointed mules SO much. I need to keep playing with it with other oversized button-downs (Danielle just did a fun styling post if you’d like to check it out). I think a blue would be good, too. Somehow I don’t have an oversized sweater right now, but that would be so good swapped in here, too. I’ll keep searching for the perfect one (sweaters and I are having a moment because they are so hot lol.) I need a cozy cotton one that isn’t too light or too heavy and hits right about where the shirt does above.
Extra Tips For Wearing Mini Skirts
My tips for feeling good in shorter skirts and dresses? The main one is not too surprising, but it’s also super easy…self-tanner. My current favorite is this lotion that only takes 15 minutes to soak in before you can get dressed and leaves a nice even glow. I’ve been using the Med/Dark and will switch to the Fair/Med for winter (it also comes in an Extra Dark option for darker skin tones but I can only find it in the mousse right now.) It helps me feel more glowy + confident and I LOVE it.
My other tip is to be obsessed with barre3. We do lots of balance work, but that one’s a little more personal to me (though SO good for my mental health). I have found creatine to be super helpful in gaining/not losing muscle this year. Consult your professional about that one, but it’s been great for me.
I’ve been doing so many try-on articles lately I forgot how much I love doing a styling post. I hope these mini skirt styling ideas were helpful if you’ve been perusing skirts, too, or feel like showing a little leg as well. Until next time…
xo,
L
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