As winter makes its graceful exit and spring eagerly tiptoes in, I find myself looking for small ways in which to bring some of that new-season anticipation into my wardrobe. While floral prints and pastel hues perennially dominate the season, I find that there’s a glimmering contender vying for the spotlight: The silver skirt.
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This captivating piece has been making waves on runways and gracing the ensembles of celebrities and fashion insiders alike, cementing its status as a hot-ticket item for the months ahead. Skirts are big this season, this we know—runway analysts at Tagwalk confirm that there were 18% more skirts in the S/S 24 collections than there were for S/S 23. Still, of all the skirt trends we’ve seen as a consequence, the silver skirt is, in my opinion, the most exciting.
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On the spring/summer 2024 runways, the silver skirt’s prominence was clear as designers seamlessly integrated this metallic marvel into their collections. Seen at Carolina Herrera, Carven, and Coperni, the silver skirt emerged as a true standout that was styled in a hybrid of ways.
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Carolina Herrera’s interpretation exudes sophistication, marrying a sequin midi with something many of us would consider to be a wardrobe basic—a relaxed-fit cotton shirt in contrasting a black hue. At Carven, the brand paired its gunmetal silver skirt with a matching shirt to create a pull-together co-ord option that would work for any evening occasion. Meanwhile, Coperni took a more whimsical approach, pairing its herringbone sequin midi with a mohair-textured knit, creating an interesting texture clash and presenting us with a more low-key silver-skirt styling option.
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As if I needed any further persuasion, some of my favourite fashion icons have sealed the deal. From Rosie Huntington-Whiteley recently gracing the streets of Paris wearing a chic tulle skirt with ornate silver embellishments to street-style star Nathalie Fanj effortlessly rocking the trend with a white shirt and mary janes. And let’s not forget Fer Millan Delaroiere’s show-stopping sequinned maxi alternative, which left me breathless.
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They may be trending but I do think the silver skirt trend has the power to stick around beyond spring. Not only will it come in handy for wedding season but, before you know it, it’ll be time to start thinking about those all-important party outfits once more. With so much style inspiration, adding this trending skirt to my wardrobe is proving to be a tempting prospect.
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I’ve spent the better part of my afternoon incorporating silver skirt outfits into my spring mood boards and I’ve only just hit the surface—the market is full of them, too. Keep scrolling to see all the pieces currently sitting in my virtual baskets until I decide which I’m committing to.
Shop My Favourite Silver-Skirt Trend Pieces:
Mango
Metallic Midi Skirt
One that won’t break the bank but looks equally chic.
BERNADETTE
Bernard Asymmetric Sequined Taffeta Mini Skirt
Mini skirts are still going strong this season.
LA LIGNE
Sequined Tulle Midi Skirt
It’s giving The Great Gatsby vibes.
COS
Coated-Denim Maxi Skirt
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect maxi denim skirt for my 5’6″ figure—this might just be it.
Wear with sheer black tights for extra insulation.
BOTTEGA VENETA
Intrecciato Metallic Crinkled-Leather Skirt
The silver skirt in Bottega Veneta’s signature leather weave? I cannot.
Staud
Oaklyn Metallic Faux Leather Midi Skirt
The front slit does it for me.
Karen Millen
Metallic Faux Leather Midi Skirt
Proof that all you need to make a silver skirt work is a black top.
& Other Stories
Sequinned Midi-Length Pencil Skirt
IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE
Borthwick Sequined Tulle Mini Skirt
I’m picturing styling this with a white shirt and slingbacks.
Rabanne
Sequined Miniskirt
Now this is a statement piece.