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    Your wardrobe needs a hardworking emerald skirt, here’s why

    Meet the surprising summer wardrobe staple

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    By Jazzria Harris
    Published 7 July 2023 In Buying Guides

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    An emerald skirt may not be the first item you think of when it comes to creating a hard-working summer wardrobe, but I’m here to tell you why it should be a staple for all your summer events. 

    Spotted on the Spring Summer ‘23 catwalks of Fendi and Issey Miyake, emerald green skirts come in all forms, from holiday-ready crochet to sleek tailored styles, ideal for the office. Yes, the colour may be bold, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t totally wearable as they can easily be reworked to suit your style and occasion.

    For an easy everyday look, don't be afraid to go big and bright by pairing your emerald green skirt with a matching top for a tonal look. A co-ord, like COS' lace iteration, takes the hard work out of the trend but you can also mix and match different tones of green for a more relaxed feel. 

    And don't be afraid to add contrasting pops of colour for even more interest too. Citrus-toned accessories make a fun pairing, or, tap into the Barbiecore movement and try introducing pops of pink for a modern feel. 

    A guest wearing green outside the COS show 2023

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    To take your emerald skirt into evening territory, opt for a more minimalist look. Pair an emerald green slip skirt with a satin camisole or figure-hugging bodysuit for a sleek, paired-back look. When it comes to accessories, a smart pair of slingbacks are the perfect finishing touch, as well as layers of gold jewellery. 

    Tamu McPherson wears green skirt at Prada Menswear SS23

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    So, if you're ready to join the green gang shop our edit of the best emerald green skirts available now. 

    Shop emerald green skirts

    Hush Jodie Plisse Midi Skirt in green

    Hush Jodie Plisse Midi Skirt
    £65 AT HUSH

    Boden Tweed Interest Mini in Green

    Boden Tweed Interest Mini
    WAS £110 NOW £55 AT BODEN

    Haight Green Tie-waist Satin Skirt

    Haight Green Tie-waist Satin Skirt
    £250 AT MATCHES

    Monsoon Winnie Wrap Midi Skirt in green

    Monsoon Winnie Wrap Midi Skirt
    £55 AT MONSOON

    COS Broderie Anglaise Midi Skirt

    COS Broderie Anglaise Midi Skirt
    WAS £99 NOW £69 AT COS

    Anna Kosturova Crochet miniskirt

    Anna Kosturova Crochet Miniskirt
    WAS £319 NOW £239 AT MYTHERESA

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    Jazzria Harris
    Jazzria Harris
    Freelance Fashion & Beauty Writer

    Jazzria Harris is a freelance fashion and beauty journalist with over 8 years experience working in the industry. At just 4ft 11, she’s an expert in petite dressing and previously wrote the column Jazz’s Short Stories giving tips and advice on dressing for petite proportions. Her wardrobe staples are a great black blazer, a hardworking slip skirt and of course a great pair of heels (for the extra inches, of course). Jazz has written for publications including ELLE UK, heat magazine, Eliza, Women & Home and more.

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