Midi Skirts: The Marie Claire Edit

Midi skirts are the only skirt style to be seen in this summer. Whether you love super-smart pencil cuts or the versatility or the figure-flattering a-line shape, check out this season's top skirt length...

Midi Skirt
Midi Skirt
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Midi skirts are the only skirt style to be seen in this summer. Whether you love super-smart pencil cuts or the versatility or the figure-flattering a-line shape, check out this season's top skirt length...

Midi skirts are the essential cut for summer. Forget your maxi and shun your midi, because the in-between skirt style is the fashionistas' favourite for SS14.

A spring/summer obsession with pleats makes midi skirts the ultimate style staple for the upcoming season. Whether you choose a wide-set pleat to achieve that classic 1950s flare, or a tight, feminine fold for a girlie, flirty look, this essential design detail makes all the difference to the skirt style.

Midi skirts are also the perfect canvas for SS14's modern florals. Wear watercolour prints and bold blooms to make midis a versatile smart separate. And, to add to that feminine flare, a pastel palette is the ultimate match for this soft, calf-skimming skirt length.

If you're going for a bolder, more fashion-forward approach, try the sports luxe trend in check mesh fabrics or the hot colour favourite for SS14, monochrome. Shake off the 1950s association once and for all with a midriff-revealing Angora sweater and statement ankle boots, or embrace the style with a sweater and collared shirt. If you're still not excited, channel a surprisingly urban midi skirt look by teaming it with a logo t-shirt and pastel courts.

Midi Skirt

Midi Skirt
(Image credit: Rex)

However you want to style yours, get involved with the only skirt length to be seen in right now...

Midi Skirt

Midi Skirt

Midi Skirt
(Image credit: Rex)

However you want to style yours, get involved with the only skirt length to be seen in right now...

Zara Midi Skirt, £35.99

Zara Midi Skirt, £35.99

Zara Midi Skirt

A pocketed midi skirt has that casual edge. With oversized low pocket holes, the Zara Midi Skirt is the ultimate choice for off-duty days.

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Zara Gold Pleated Skirt, £39.99

Zara Gold Pleated Skirt, £39.99

Zara Gold Pleated Skirt

Add a touch of shimmer to summer with the new season drops at Zara. This Gold Pleated Skirt would be great for mixing up your textures.

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Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt

The nautical Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt has wide pleats to add shape and definition at the hips and legs.

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Whistles Daisy Midi Skirt, £115

Whistles Daisy Midi Skirt, £115

Whistles Daisy Midi Skirt

With Whistles' Daisy Midi Skirt you can wear pastels in an even more ladylike way.

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Miss Selfridge A-Line Midi Skirt, £35

Miss Selfridge A-Line Midi Skirt, £35

Miss Selfridge A-Line Midi Skirt

Add a spot of sunshine yellow to your summer wardrobe with this Miss Selfridge A-Line Midi Skirt.

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Thierry Colson Mimi Skirt, £288

Thierry Colson Mimi Skirt, £288

Thierry Colson Mimi Skirt

Get into the full 60s swing with a midi skirt like Thierry Colson's Mimi Midi. We're loving the gingham for picnic weather.

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Karen Millen Paint Printed Full Skirt, £99

Karen Millen Paint Printed Full Skirt, £99

Karen Millen Paint Printed Full Skirt

Karen Millen's Paint Print Skirt is the most classy way to wear monochrome in summer. You can even make this office appropriate with a stiff white shirt.

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Ted Baker Skirt, £149

Ted Baker Skirt, £149

Ted Baker Skirt

The sweetest midi skirt style we've seen all summer, is Ted Baker's sugar-coloured midi skirt with soft folds and a full skirt.

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Miss Selfridge Gingham Midi Skirt, £25

Miss Selfridge Gingham Midi Skirt, £25

Miss Selfridge Gingham Midi Skirt

Sample a subtle gingham print with Miss Selfridge's Gingham Midi Skirt.

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Oasis Rose Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Rose Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Rose Midi Skirt

This Oasis Rose Midi Skirt is going to go with everything this season. Wear it everywhere.

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Alice + Olivia Printed Midi Skirt, £405

Alice + Olivia Printed Midi Skirt, £405

Alice + Olivia Printed Midi Skirt

A midi skirt with a little more character, the Alice + Olivia Midi Skirt has colour, bold patterns and even a chimp.

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Topshop Daisy Embroidery Midi Skirt, £70

Topshop Daisy Embroidery Midi Skirt, £70

Topshop Daisy Embroidery Midi Skirt

Floral are bolder than ever this summer, and that's why we're loving the Topshop Daisy Midi with its raised embroidery detail.

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Topshop Jacquard Midi Skirt, £85

Topshop Jacquard Midi Skirt, £85

Topshop Jacquard Midi Skirt

The Topshop Jacquard Midi Skirt features bold colours against a dark print so it's not too overpowering for colour matching.

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J.W.Anderson Pleated Skirt, £810

J.W.Anderson Pleated Skirt, £810

J.W.Anderson Pleated Skirt

A fine pleat makes the J.W.Anderson Skirt a little softer and a lot more feminine.

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River Island Double Layer Midi Skirt, £50

River Island Double Layer Midi Skirt, £50

River Island Double Layer Midi Skirt

A two layer midi skirt is an original way to wear a midi skirt, thanks to River Island.

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Warehouse Calf Length Skirt, £45

Warehouse Calf Length Skirt, £45

Warehouse Calf Length Skirt

Choose a bold colour-pop midi skirt like Warehouse's Calf Length Skirt if you want it to be versatile enough to mix and match all summer.

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River Island Pineapple Print Midi Skirt, £28

River Island Pineapple Print Midi Skirt, £28

River Island Pineapple Print Midi Skirt

We're more than tempted by River Island's Pineapple Prints. This midi skirt captures the heart of tropical fashion themes for SS14.

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H&M Pleated Skirt, £34.99

H&M Pleated Skirt, £34.99

H&M PLeated Skirt

H&M's Pleated Skirt offsets a fine pleat with a bold pattern to create the ultimate midi skirt balance.

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H&M Flared Skirt, £34.99

H&M Flared Skirt, £34.99

H&M Flared Skirt

If you're loving cool blues this summer, wear a china print like the one seen on this H&M Flared Skirt.

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Coast Harper Skirt, £75

Coast Harper Skirt, £75

Coast Harper Skirt

For weddings, dates and special occasions, choose Coast's Harper Skirt with a full structure and a soft summery pattern.

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Warehouse Midi Skirt, £46

Warehouse Midi Skirt, £46

Warehouse Midi Skirt

Metallics are a hot spring favourite. For a high-shimmer finish, the Warehouse Midi Skirt is a wardrobe essential.

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Next Black Check Mesh Skirt, £48

Next Black Check Mesh Skirt, £48

Next Black Check Mesh Skirt

Checked, mesh fabrics help to achieve that sports luxe look for SS14. Next's Black Check Mesh Skirt has the perfect balance of feminine and sporty styling.

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Carven Floral Print Skirt, £350

Carven Floral Print Skirt, £350

Carven Floral Print Skirt

Carven use vintage colours, florals and shapes to make this Floral Print Skirt a 50s style staple. Featuring a button down front and straight pencil shape, this is a classic separate for the new season.

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Oasis Rose Print Full Skirt, £55

Oasis Rose Print Full Skirt, £55

Oasis Rose Print Full Skirt

Oasis nail the midi skirt trend with a floral print. The Rose Print Full Skirt is girlie and flirty, perfect for spring.

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Warehouse Patent Full Midi Skirt, £50

Warehouse Patent Full Midi Skirt, £50

Warehouse Patent Full Midi Skirt

Create the ultimate texture clash this season in the Warehouse Patent Full Midi Skirt. Wear yours with a short-sleeved knit or a textured Tee.

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J.W.Anderson Pink Wool Midi Sunray Kilt, £495

J.W.Anderson Pink Wool Midi Sunray Kilt, £495

J.W.Anderson Pink Wool Midi Sunray Kilt

Midi skirts with pleats are the best way to wear the trend this season. Use a thin pleat to create a girlie, floaty look with this JW Anderson Sunray Midi.

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Topshop Spliced Midi Skirt, £55

Topshop Spliced Midi Skirt, £55

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As seen on Daisy Lowe at Fashion Week, this midi skirt is not only an on-trend colour but the flapper-style panels avoid it looking frumpy.

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Net-A-Porter Mui Mui Polka-Dot Jacquard Taffeta Skirt, £1,745

Net-A-Porter Mui Mui Polka-Dot Jacquard Taffeta Skirt, £1,745

Midi Skirts: 20 For Easy Day To Night Glamour

We absolutely LOVE this polka dot midi skirt. It's subtle enough that it still looks elegant and smart, but fun and voluminous enough that it packs a serious sartorial punch.

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Net-A-Porter Marni Printed Satin-Twill Skirt, £690

Net-A-Porter Marni Printed Satin-Twill Skirt, £690

Midi Skirts: 20 For Easy Day To Night Glamour

If you like to mix things up on the print front, check out this Marni printed silk skirt. We love the intricate design. Pop on with a collared shirt and you're away!

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Net-A-Porter Michael Kors Printed Faille Skirt, £1,075

Net-A-Porter Michael Kors Printed Faille Skirt, £1,075

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Fancy something floral? You could dress this Michael Kors skirt up for a cutesy 40s-inspired look. Whilst you're here, make sure to check out the latest Michael Kors discounts.
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