Bubble skirts are the bottoms to have on your radar this fall.
The voluminous, hyperfeminine style that dominated summer is no fleeting trend: Its hold on fashion continues into the colder months, proving it’s more versatile than you might think.
The puffy-hemmed bottoms appeared across fall/winter 2024 runways, from Simone Rocha’s demure sheer minis to Molly Goddard’s wide tulle midis. Nicolas Ghesquière doubled down on bubble skirts in Louis Vuitton’s Cruise 2025 collection — and Zendaya gave them her seal of approval at the brand’s spring 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week. Alaïa, meanwhile, introduced funnel-like versions for spring/summer 2025 and Chloé brought out light-toned, embroidered styles.
We know bubble skirts have staying power — they’ve been a statement piece since the ‘80s, when Vivienne Westwood’s punk puffballs and Christian Lacroix’s extravagant, layered skirts were party wear staples. They’re still fun and festive but can also be styled down for more casual activities. Fall calls for a bubble skirt on top of jeans or trousers to channel that Y2K aesthetic, with tights or thermal leggings for extra warmth, or with a matching top for a co-ordinated look. Style with sneakers, heels, or knee-high boots and don’t be afraid to experiment with color and pattern, too.
Ready to find the right bubble skirt for you? Ahead, find 18 styles you can shop now.
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Ghospell Vanessa Midi Bubble Skirt, $, available at Ghospell
Sea Amari Denim Skirt, $, available at Shopbop
Geel Tyler Bubble Skirt, $, available at Lisa Says Gah
free-est Bubble Bliss Skirt, $, available at Free People
Weekday Olivia Balloon Skirt, $, available at Weekday
ASOS DESIGN Cotton Poplin Bubble Maxi Skirt, $, available at ASOS
Sunday Best bubbly poplin skirt, $, available at Aritzia
Paula Canovas Del Vas Bonbon Midi Skirt, $, available at SSENSE
Rejina Pyo Flora Skirt Taffeta Yellow, $, available at Rejina Pyo
Minga London Suya Black Bubble Midi Skirt, $, available at Minga London
Helsa Poplin Bubble Skirt, $, available at Revolve
Reformation Brynn Skirt, $, available at Reformation
Urban Renewal Remnants Bubble Hem Convertible Midi Skirt, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Molly Goddard Wilder Skirt Neon Pink, $, available at Molly Goddard
Eliza Faulkner Emmie Skirt Green, $, available at Eliza Faulkner
Patou Recycled Faille Bubble Skirt, $, available at Patou
J.Crew Collection Bubble Mini Skirt in Taffeta, $, available at J.Crew
Siedrés Balu Cotton Puffball Maxi Skirt, $, available at Revolve
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