Legs, it’s been quite a while since we’ve seen you. Our uniform for the last few months may have consisted of jeans, leggings, or sweatpants and a cashmere sweater or hoodie, but spring is quickly approaching and that’s all about to change. We’re swapping our cold-weather staples for some leg-bearing treasures, and the mini skirt is the perfect place to start.
Not only are mini skirts very on-trend (just look to the runways, street style, and Instagram), but they also don’t need to sit in the back of your closet until temperatures rise. Buy yours now and wear it tomorrow with tights and a structured blazer, then style it a few weeks later with a tee and white sneakers. Now that we’ve convinced you of its styling prowess and versatility, click on to see some of our favorites — and to scoop one up before summer swoops in.
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Intimately Micro Mini Half Slip
This top-rated mini slip from Free People is ridiculously easy to slip over a bodysuit or pair with your favorite t-shirt.
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Intimately Micro Mini Half Slip, $, available at Free People
Maeve Faux Leather A-Line Mini Skirt
Make this edgy faux leather mini skirt from Anthropologie a staple in your spring wardrobe. (We think it looks particularly fun contrasted with a cute, feminine top.)
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Maeve Faux Leather A-Line Mini Skirt, $, available at Anthropologie
Reformation Tia Belted Mini Skirt
The classic denim mini skirt gets a slightly updated look with a built-in retro belt.
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Reformation Tia Belted Mini Skirt, $, available at Reformation
Torrid Mini Challis Tiered Skater Skirt
If you’re going to wear an ice skater-inspired mini skirt, we recommend you twirl in it at some point.
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Torrid MINI CHALLIS TIERED SKATER SKIRT, $, available at Torrid
Zara High Waist Mini Skirt
It’s quite impossible that a hot pink mini skirt will steer your outfit in the wrong direction.
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Zara HIGH WAIST MINI SKIRT, $, available at Zara
BP. Pleated Skirt
While you can’t escape the school uniform vibe of a plaid mini skirt, the short hemline assures that this look is for after-school hours.
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BP. Pleated Skirt, $, available at Nordstrom
Tory Sport Tech Twill Ruffle Golf Skort
This activewear skort is ready for whatever activity you have on deck, whether it’s golf, tennis, or even a night on the town.
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Tory Sport Tech Twill Ruffle Golf Skort, $, available at Shopbop
Tach Black & White Hadar Miniskirt
Think of it as a cozy knit sweater, but in the form of a mini skirt.
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Tach Black & White Hadar Miniskirt, $, available at SSENSE
Girlfriend Collective FLOAT Ultralight Split Skort
Girlfriend Collective’s size-inclusive skorts are all the rage. (Many of the styles are frequently sold out.) We particularly love this style with the slit up the thigh.
Girlfriend Collective FLOAT Ultralight Split Skort, $, available at Girlfriend Collective
Los Angeles Apparel Tennis Skirt
This classic pleated tennis skirt from Los Angeles Apparel comes in an array of bright, poppy colors.
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Los Angeles Apparel Tennis Skirt, $, available at Los Angeles Apparel
Eloquii Seam Detail Mini Skirt
If you’re looking for a faux leather mini skirt that isn’t basic and black, don’t miss out on this iridescent olive piece from Eloquii.
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Eloquii Seam Detail Mini Skirt, $, available at Eloquii
Madewell Corduroy Mini Skirt
We can assure you that a chocolate brown corduroy mini skirt will be one of the more versatile pieces in your closet.
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Madewell Corduroy Mini Skirt, $, available at Madewell
Sandy Liang Sarah Mini Skirt
The subtly scalloped hemline on this Sandy Liang skirt is giving beautiful floral vibes.
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Sandy Liang Sarah Mini Skirt, $, available at END.
Lisa Says Gah Sarah Mini Skirt
The satin finish on this floral mini skirt allows you to get a little dressy without trying too hard. (You can thank the elastic waistband!)
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Lisa Says Gah Sarah Mini Skirt, $, available at Lisa Says Gah
Boden Plisse Mini Skirt Metallic Foil
This tiered, metallic mini skirt is already layered to double down on whatever evening festivities you’ve got planned.
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Boden Plisse Mini Skirt Metallic Foil, $, available at Boden
Madewell Plus Denim High-Waist Straight Mini Skirt
Sometimes, all you really need is a classic washed denim skirt with a high waist and a slightly longer hem.
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Madewell Plus Denim High-Waist Straight Mini Skirt, $, available at Madewell
Urban Outfitters UO Grace Knit Mini Skort
Available in a few colorways and priced at under $50, this mini skirt has become a fan favorite amongst Urban Outfitters shoppers.
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Urban Outfitters UO Grace Knit Mini Skort, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Quince Washable Silk Mini Skirt
R29’s Most Wanted team has been a longtime fan of Quince and its washable silk items, which is why we cannot deny this flirty mini skirt.
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Quince Washable Silk Mini Skirt, $, available at Quince
Steve Madden Charlize Mini Skirt
Though it may be a little hard to see from this photo, this mini skirt is fully embellished with lightweight crystals.
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Steve Madden Charlize Mini Skirt, $, available at Revolve
Moda Operandi Isla Skirt
What do you get when you cross a mermaid with a disco queen?
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Moda Operandi Isla Skirt, $, available at Moda Operandi
H&M Short Wrap-front Skirt
If you’re gonna pick a poison tonight, choose this snakeskin print. It’s a bit venomous, sartorially speaking!
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H&M Short Wrap-front Skirt, $, available at H&M
Raey Metallic Fringed Mini Skirt
A mini skirt that makes you wanna shimmy-shimmy and swoosh-swoosh your hips.
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Raey Metallic fringed mini skirt, $, available at Matches Fashion
Aritzia Rider Skirt
If a pair of pleated khakis were a mini skirt, this would be it.
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Aritzia Rider Skirt, $, available at Aritzia
Mango Tweed Miniskirt
Need a mini that works for the office as well as happy hour? You can’t ever go wrong with a tweed skirt.
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Mango Tweed miniskirt, $, available at Mango
Farm Rio Full Of Hearts Mini Skirt
This darling quilted mini skirt from Farm Rio is all love, if you ask us.
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Farm Rio Full Of Hearts Mini Skirt, $, available at Farm Rio
Marco Rambaldi Off-centre Button-Fastening Skirt
Get extra cozy by pairing this knit mini skirt with an equally textured cashmere sweater on top.
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Marco Rambaldi off-centre button-fastening skirt, $, available at Farfetch
Aerie Ruched Rib Mini Skirt
This easy-going pull-on mini from Aerie is perfect for that tropical getaway or a lazy Sunday in the house.
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Aerie Ruched Rib Mini Skirt, $, available at Aerie
Topshop Pleated Faux Leather Miniskirt
The pleated tennis mini skirt toughens up.
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Topshop Pleated Faux Leather Miniskirt, $, available at Nordstrom
Uniqlo Pleated Checked Mini Skirt
Leave it to Uniqlo to offer just as many adorable (and affordable) mini skirts as the brand does its array of puffers and Heattech long johns.
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Uniqlo Pleated Checked Mini Skirt, $, available at Uniqlo
Abercrombie and Fitch 2000s Utility Micro Mini Skirt
The Y2K effect keeps holding on with this cargo-inspired mini skirt.
Abercrombie and Fitch 2000s Utility Micro Mini Skirt, $, available at Abercrombie and Fitch
COS Pleated Wool-Blend Mini Skirt
If a “micro” mini isn’t quite your style, try this pleated skirt that offers more coverage but still hits above the knee.
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COS PLEATED WOOL-BLEND MINI SKIRT, $, available at COS
& Other Stories A-Line Mini Skirt
Red is a power color. Wear it unabashedly.
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And Other Stories A-Line Mini Skirt, $, available at And Other Stories
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