Best Spring Skirts

From maxis to minis, prints to polka dots, we've scoured the high street for the best skirts of the season

H&M pleated skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire
H&M pleated skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

From maxis to minis, prints to polka dots, we've scoured the high street for the best skirts of the season

A girl can never have too many skirts, right? This gorgeous pleated style in the prettiest of turquoise hues has just jumped to the top of our new season wish list.

H&M pleated skirt, £29.99

H&M pleated skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

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H&M pleated skirt, £29.99

H&M pleated skirt, £29.99

H&M pleated skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

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Warehouse fitted skirt, £15

Warehouse fitted skirt, £15

Warehouse fitted skirt, £15 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

From the chic tailored style and the classic colour combination to the purse-friendly £15 price tag, we love everything about this Warehouse skirt.

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Mango metallic yarn skirt, £34.99

Mango metallic yarn skirt, £34.99

Mango metallic yarn skirt, £34.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

You'll be spoilt for choice for skirts at Mango this season, where this yarn mini with a touch of metallic and a ribbon tie detail has just hit the web. We want!

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H&M houndstooth skirt, £29.99

H&M houndstooth skirt, £29.99

H&M houndstooth skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Give your skirts collection a spring overhaul with this classic houndstooth print number from H&M.

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Warehouse striped skirt, £45

Warehouse striped skirt, £45

Warehouse striped skirt, £45 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Whether you wear this skirt with a blouse at the office, with a slouchy tee on downtime days or out and about on holiday, we can guarantee that you'll reach for it again and again.

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Uniqlo denim skirt, £19.90

Uniqlo denim skirt, £19.90

Uniqlo denim skirt, £19.90 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

No girl's skirt collection is complete without a denim mini the perfect off-duty skirt!

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Dorothy Perkins printed pencil skirt, £26

Dorothy Perkins printed pencil skirt, £26

Dorothy Perkins printed pencil skirt, £26 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Stunning colourful prints were seen all over the spring/summer 2012 catwalks at the likes of Stella McCartney, Jil Sander and Thakoon. Get the look for less with Dorothy Perkins' pretty pencil skirt, which looks way more expensive than its £26 price tag.

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Monki pleated skirt, £40

Monki pleated skirt, £40

Monki pleated skirt, £40 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Swedish high street store Monki remains our go-to brand for stylish wardrobe staples at rude-not-to prices. The spring/summer 2012 collection does not disappoint, with this tomato red pleated skirt catching our eye on the e-boutique.

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Topshop striped boucle skirt, £38

Topshop striped boucle skirt, £38

Topshop striped boucle skirt, £38 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Full, high-waisted skirts create the most flattering silhouettes nipping in the waist for an enviable hourglass shape. Try Topshop's striped boucle number to get the look.

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Wallis printed skirt, £45

Wallis printed skirt, £45

Wallis printed skirt, £45 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

This designer-esque pleated skirt has just dropped at Wallis. We. Love.

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Reiss striped pencil skirt, £95

Reiss striped pencil skirt, £95

Reiss striped pencil skirt, £95 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

A striped pencil skirt in black and white is a fashion classic that will never go out of style.

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Coast pencil skirt, £80

Coast pencil skirt, £80

Coast pencil skirt, £80 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Add a pop of colour to your spring wardrobe with this Coast pencil skirt in fizzing pink.

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ASOS jersey maxi skirt, £28

ASOS jersey maxi skirt, £28

ASOS jersey maxi skirt, £28 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The floaty maxi skirt is a summer wardrobe staple, so channel your inner boho and snap up this jersey number from ASOS for effortless downtime cool.

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Lipsy bodycon skirt, £25

Lipsy bodycon skirt, £25

Lipsy bodycon skirt, £25 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Lipsy's website is always jam-packed with fashion goodies, but this week's drop is especially good. Top of our wish list is this bodycon mini in tomato red, which costs a teeny-tiny £25.

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All Saints sequinned skirt, £175

All Saints sequinned skirt, £175

All Saints sequinned skirt, £175 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Looking for the perfect skirt for the looming summer festival season? Well, your search is over. This sequinned tribal All Saints design is the one.

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Jigsaw tweed A-line skirt, £149

Jigsaw tweed A-line skirt, £149

Jigsaw tweed A-line skirt, £149 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The beauty of this Jigsaw tweed skirt is that it'll be so easy to wear. Simply team with a delicate blouse or a neutral tee and you're good to go.

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New Look bird print skirt, £16.99

New Look bird print skirt, £16.99

New Look bird print skirt, £16.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Embrace your inner fashion romantic and go all girly this season in New Look's pretty bird print skirt.

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Oasis printed skater skirt, £42

Oasis printed skater skirt, £42

Oasis printed skater skirt, £42 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Garden parties are calling, and so is this sweet printed skater skirt from Oasis. Snap it up before we beat you to it...

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Dorothy Perkins striped pencil skirt, £25

Dorothy Perkins striped pencil skirt, £25

Dorothy Perkins striped pencil skirt, £25 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

A striped tube skirt is a must for spring. Dorothy Perkins' understated black and blue style has effortless style written all over it.

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H&M striped skirt, £12.99

H&M striped skirt, £12.99

H&M striped skirt, £12.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Striped skirts are an ever-useful addition to the wardrobe easy to wear, and easy to pair with an array of T-shirts and tops. We love H&M's skater number in fun multi-colours.


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Dorothy Perkins floral print pencil skirt, £26

Dorothy Perkins floral print pencil skirt, £26

Dorothy Perkins floral print pencil skirt, £26 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

When it comes to print, big and bold is the fashion mantra to follow this season, so take your cue from the catwalks and snap up Dorothy Perkins' flower print skirt. With so much going on below, keep things clean and simple on top and complete your look with summer sandals.

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Topshop floral print pleated skirt, £34

Topshop floral print pleated skirt, £34

Topshop floral print pleated skirt, £34 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The spring/summer 2012 catwalks were awash with pretty pastel colours. Nod to the trend in Topshop's floral print pleated skirt. 

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Mango lace miniskirt, £59.99

Mango lace miniskirt, £59.99

Mango lace miniskirt, £59.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

A black lace mini is perfect for cocktail evenings and glamorous night-time events this spring. Mango's version is the best that we've spotted on the high street yet.

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Boohoo floral print skirt, £15

Boohoo floral print skirt, £15

Boohoo floral print skirt, £15 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

No your eyes aren't deceiving you, this must-have floral print skirt is priced just £15 on Boohoo.com. We'll race you to it...

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Topshop boucle skirt, £36

Topshop boucle skirt, £36

Topshop boucle skirt, £36 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Go all '60s with your skirts this season with Topshop's lovely pink boucle mini.

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Dorothy Perkins polka dot midi-length skirt, £28

Dorothy Perkins polka dot midi-length skirt, £28

Dorothy Perkins polka dot midi-length skirt, £28 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Cool floaty style? Check. Pretty polka dot print? Check. For less than £30? Check, check, check.

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Miss Selfridge pencil skirt, £29

Miss Selfridge pencil skirt, £29

Miss Selfridge pencil skirt, £29 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Want to smarten up your new season wardrobe? Then this pencil skirt from Miss Selfridge is for you. The mustard hue and black trim will go with a plethora of outfits, and it's perfect for looking chic at work.

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Mango polka dot skirt, £29.99

Mango polka dot skirt, £29.99

Mango polka dot skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The polka dot is a print that will never go out of style. Add some of the timeless look to your wardrobe with Mango's classic mini for less than £30.

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Miss Selfridge striped maxi skirt, £75

Miss Selfridge striped maxi skirt, £75

Miss Selfridge striped maxi skirt, £75 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

This striped maxi skirt from Miss Selfridge is the perfect floaty style for cool spring/summer dressing.

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Warehouse leather skirt, £80

Warehouse leather skirt, £80

Warehouse leather skirt, £80 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Channel your inner bad girl and go edgy with your skirt choices this season with Warehouse's black leather number.

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Whistles pleated skirt, £110

Whistles pleated skirt, £110

Whistles pleated skirt, £110 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Think capsule wardrobe when justifying a purchase of Whistles' pleated skirt. Yes, it may be one of the pricier additions on our list, but its timeless shape will ensure its a wardrobe favourite for years to come.

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River Island peplum skirt, £20

River Island peplum skirt, £20

River Island peplum skirt, £20 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Peplum skirts were all over the spring/summer 2012 catwalks at the likes of Dior, Jason Wu and Givenchy. Get the look for just £20 with River Island's classic black style.

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Zara split pencil skirt, £49.99

Zara split pencil skirt, £49.99

Zara split pencil skirt, £49.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

If you're a fan of the pencil skirt but want to style it in a more sexy way, why not try this black design from Zara that comes with racy splits down the side?

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Warehouse floral print skirt, £38

Warehouse floral print skirt, £38

Warehouse floral print skirt, £38 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Don't be a shrinking violet and embrace this season's love of colour and print. Warehouse's tropical style will work wonders on sunny spring days, weekends away and holidays.

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Miss Selfridge skater skirt, £28

Miss Selfridge skater skirt, £28

Miss Selfridge skater skirt, £28 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Guaranteed to go with pretty much anything you own, this Miss Selfridge skater skirt is a must-buy in our book. Trust us, you won't know how on earth you managed to live without it. And... it's only £28!


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Coast satin pencil skirt, £80

Coast satin pencil skirt, £80

Coast satin pencil skirt, £80 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Got a spring wedding to attend? Christening perhaps? Or even a glamorous garden party? This pale satin pencil skirt from Coast is your new go-to skirt for every smart occasion this season.

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ASOS midi-length skirt, £35

ASOS midi-length skirt, £35

ASOS midi-length skirt, £35 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The midi-length skirt is a demure look that is still proving popular. If you still haven't got one in your wardrobe, you can't go wrong with this navy blue number from ASOS.

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Reiss printed midi-length skirt, £149

Reiss printed midi-length skirt, £149

Reiss printed midi-length skirt, £149 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

This Reiss printed skirt has us dreaming of sunny spring days, picnics in the park and BBQs. Fabulous!

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Oasis floral print skirt, £40

Oasis floral print skirt, £40

Oasis floral print skirt, £40 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Flaunt your fashion credentials and wear floral prints this season with Oasis' 1950s-inspired style.

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Sacoor Brothers pinstripe skirt, £125

Sacoor Brothers pinstripe skirt, £125

Sacoor Brothers pinstripe skirt, £125 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Sacoor Brothers' chic and preppy aesthetic is the perfect look for spring. The Portuguese fashion brand has heaps of pretty items dropping online that will see you through the new season and beyond. Top of our wish list? This striped pink skirt that will work with a plethora of looks. 

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Whistles tweed skirt, £95

Whistles tweed skirt, £95

Whistles tweed skirt, £95 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Instantly brighten up your spring wardrobe with Whistles' tweed skirt in egg yolk yellow. How cute!

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French Connection satin pencil skirt, £77

French Connection satin pencil skirt, £77

French Connection satin pencil skirt, £77 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Dresses might be the most popular option for stylish formal events, but a chic pencil skirt, like this French Connection style, can prove a sophisticated alternative. Try teaming with a silk tee or blouse for instant chic.

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Zara peplum skirt, £39.99

Zara peplum skirt, £39.99

Zara peplum skirt, £39.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

The peplum skirt gets a pretty spring make-over at Zara this season. We'll be wearing ours with slouchy T-shirts on more relaxed days and sharp blouses when we want to take it up a notch.

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New Look printed pencil skirt, £14.99

New Look printed pencil skirt, £14.99

New Look printed pencil skirt, £14.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

An eye-catching print and super-flattering silhouette add instant impact to New Look's pencil skirt.

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Hobbs animal print maxi skirt, £139

Hobbs animal print maxi skirt, £139

Hobbs animal print maxi skirt, £139 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Anything from Hobbs' spring/summer collection is a must-have, and this cool printed maxi skirt has already raced to the top of the must-have style charts.

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ASOS lace skirt, £14

ASOS lace skirt, £14

ASOS lace skirt, £14 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

Go nude in ASOS' flirty lace skirt this spring. Anyone who's anyone has been rocking the pale hue this season, so show off your style credentials and follow suit.

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Missguided chain print pencil skirt, £11.99

Missguided chain print pencil skirt, £11.99

Missguided chain print pencil skirt, £11.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

If you're looking for some bargain buys to stock up your summer holiday suitcase, look no further than Missguided, where this purse-pleasing pencil skirt will be perfect for wearing on days out and about.

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Wallis printed maxi skirt, £35

Wallis printed maxi skirt, £35

Wallis printed maxi skirt, £35 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

A style snip at just £35, Wallis' printed maxi skirt is perfect for summer styling. So, so easy to wear, simply add a block colour tee and sandals.

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Zara front gathered skirt, £29.99

Zara front gathered skirt, £29.99

Zara front gathered skirt, £29.99 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

With such a flattering cut and colour, you could easily be mistaken for thinking that this Zara skirt is far pricier than its £29.99 price tag. What a bargain!

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Toast maxi skirt, £195

Toast maxi skirt, £195

Toast maxi skirt, £195 - skirt - skirts - best skirts - high street - fashion - shopping - marie claire

If you're looking for a more luxe maxi skirt that will last for seasons and seasons to come, this Toast style has your name written all over it.

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