Skirts have been a staple in human attire for centuries, with their origins dating back to ancient civilizations.

In ancient Egypt, both men and women adorned themselves with simple wrapped garments resembling skirts, quite gender-neutral. As the century progressed, women’s fashion shifted towards the iconic hourglass shape, emphasizing a tiny waist and a flared skirt. The early 20th century saw the emergence of the flapper era, challenging traditional norms with shorter skirts that reflected the spirit of liberation. 

Today, skirts continue to evolve, with designers pushing boundaries, and experimenting with lengths, fabrics, and styles. From pencil skirts in professional settings to playful skater skirts and bohemian maxi skirts, the diversity in skirt fashion mirrors the ever-changing landscape of personal expression and style preferences. 

We dove deep into trends, staples, and the future of skirts in fashion and brought you the top 8 Payppy picks. These are jaw-dropping, so-new, and sure to make your fashion game hotter!

1. The Mid-slit tease 

Did you wear skirts with a side slit? Yeah good for you until 2023! This year, we shall be seeing a rise in mid-slit skirts and this is your cue to buy one right away! These are new, fashionable, and read, “Oh she knows what she’s doing with that thang!”

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The best way to style this skirt is with a tucked-in basic white tee, a layer of leather, or a denim jacket and thigh-high boots. Plus points for matching the bag with the jacket r you can add a pop of colour with an orange or neon green clutch bag. Accessorise minimally with statement hoop earrings and a clean sleek bun. 

2. Back-to-school 

We left school but didn’t really leave the pleats there, did we? The comeback of pleats in 2018-19 was iconic but this year, we’re seeing Miu-Miu-inspired pleated A-line mini skirts on all IT-girlies. 

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These skirts accentuate your waist, make your legs look longer, and help strike a perfect high-casual fashion balance. Now this can be worn in two ways — a delicate feminine way where you pair a monochrome skirt and corset or tube top, and either wear tall socks with women’s loafers, or you can dress it down a bit with a turtleneck graphic hoodie or oversized sweatshirt, black skirt and a pair of pointy-toe heels. In the mood to add coloured stockings? Go for it! Let your hair down or wear them up according to the neckline. A sling-bag is a must. 

3. Skort fever

Skorts = skirt+shorts. A simple math, and a beautiful marriage between chic and functional. The comfort of shorts and the elegance of a skirt is exactly what a girl needs in 2024 and we’re so effing in for it. 

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Start with a faux leather or a tweed skort. Rock a full-sleeve t-shirt or top, preferably V-neck. Match your boots or high strappy heels to the colour of the skort. Go wild, make it bold, and strut out confidently as if you’ll be papped. Freshly cut hair or a blowout will look the best with this ensemble. 

4. Sheer is #TheNewCool 

This might be the most audacious suggestion we make, but we come bearing tips on how to pull it off effortlessly. Sheer skirts have been the talk of the town, popular among celebrity fashion and a fashion week papped look brought to life. 

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Here’s how to style it: Pick a tulle skirt, or get it stitched to your liking. A shirt dress that’s preferably opposite or complementary to the skirt colour — check the colour wheel for the best ways to mix-match colour combos. For a runway-look-like finish, tuck in the shirt, wrap the skirt around it, add a bow tie or statement chunky jewellery neck piece and call it a look by adding a pencil heel boot. Minimal makeup and glass skin go just right with this outfit. 

5. Fringed extravaganza 

While we are at it, let us introduce yet another fancy skirt trend – the fringed skirt. This is when the skirt has loose fabric straps suspended from the waist down or rhinestone embellishments. 

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Why do skirts have to be only an everyday casual outfit piece? A rhinestone fringed skirt is the best choice on New Year’s Eve, or to concerts or even at a drinks night with your girls. If you find a two-piece set with a bustier, blouse or top with the matching skirt, call yourself lucky. Or you can wear it down a little with a solid-coloured corset, body suit or a tube top to make it look like a dress. Finish with strappy heels or glittery boots to channel the pixie irl. 

6. Asymmetrical zippered faux leather era 

Leather skirts are going to be around, time and again, reminding us how they’re a staple in every woman’s wardrobe. But we at Payppy believe in cruelty-free fabrics and as a step towards sustainability, we promote faux leather. 

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A power-clothing look, this one is sure to make you look like a model off-duty. Begin with a one-sleeve top, and tuck it into your favourite faux leather skirt. The skirt can be back, blue or any peppy colour – really depends on how you’re feeling that day. Sexy stilettoes and a bronzy face are your go-to. Feeling inspired by the Pantone colour? Here’s your guide to incorporate that in your wardrobe. 

7. The silky femme look

We hear how simplistically French women dress up, and this look is just the right example of the same. Simple solid colours scream sophistication. Don’t mind the alliteration but here’s the look you need to steal, right now!

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Keeping it Gen Z feminine, start building your look with a white cropped top, an ivory silk midi skirt, and throw on a grey hoodie as a  layer. Soft face-framing bangs, chic sneakers and dainty jewellery will make you stand out as the perfect Gen Z chic icon. 

8. Men in plaid skirts

2024 may be the year when gender-neutral fashion finally gets its well-deserved fame and boom, ultimately making men feel secure in their masculinity even when wearing a skirt. 

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You can pair a midi plaid skirt with a tripped top for a maximal in you. Or tone it down with a plain white button-open shirt. Pair vintage-looking socks and loafers for a finished look. Accessorise with rings, belts and bracelets.

That was all for this blog. Always wear your confidence, embrace your body and do what feels good for yourself. These skirts will make them talk, make sure you make it worth their while.