Mini Skirts for Grown-UpsThis piece can go way beyond the club.

Welcome to The Essentials, our weekly series highlighting a must-have classic, key to building a timeless, pulled-together closet.

Mini skirts deserve their time in the spotlight. We’ve seen a lot of midi and maxi skirts over the past few years, but I’m here to make the case for a classic mini. People often think of mini skirts as the belly-baring, low-rise, early ’00s staple, but the piece has come a long way. Today, there are a wide variety of mini skirt options that aren’t just for the club, ranging from fringe to denim. The beauty of the mini skirt is that it can be easily dressed up or down. Take a high-waisted leather skirt, for example: rock it with some strappy heels and a bodysuit for a night out, or pair it with a blazer, sweater, tights, and boots for a daytime outfit. Ahead, 10 skirts that solidify the mini’s essential status.ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull1MOD MINI SKIRTCelia Belted Floral Linen Skort

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Channel your inner Brigitte Bardot with this mod little number. Style this vintage-inspired skirt with a sleeveless high neck blouse and some espadrilles. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull2SLIP SKIRTSlip Skirt

Cydnie Jordan New Yorkcydniejordanny.com$130.00shop now

This skirt might be a basic, but it’s anything but basic. A little black slip skirt is a versatile piece that works for every season. This skirt can be dressed up for a night out with some heels or dressed down with a t-shirt and sneakers. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull3PLEATED MINIPleated Skirt

Zarazara.com$29.99shop now

This purple pleated skirt is the perfect pop to a neutral outfit. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWhttps://4960fc724e2d9ef7787cdca54750759d.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html4PAPER BAG WAISTPaperbag-Waist Mini Skirt

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Highlight your waist with this Attico mini skirt that cinches you in. The neutral color will make this piece a go-to in your wardrobe. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull5DENIM MINIParker Wrap Denim Miniskirt

Free Peoplenordstrom.com$78.00shop now

It’s time to give the boring denim mini skirt an upgrade. This skirt has an asymmetrical wrap front that gives the classic piece an edgy feel. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull6ANIMAL PRINTZebra Print Mini Skirt

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A great way to incorporate animal print into your wardrobe is by rocking a printed mini skirt. Pair this funky piece with a black turtleneck and black tights to let it shine. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWhttps://4960fc724e2d9ef7787cdca54750759d.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html7FRINGE MINIMichael Michael Kors Fringed Mini Skirt

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Fringe is about to be one of this season’s biggest trends, so I suggest getting ahead of the game by buying a fun fringe mini skirt. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWhttps://4960fc724e2d9ef7787cdca54750759d.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html8COTTON MINILoveShackFancy Emilia Cotton Miniskirt

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The perfect beach skirt: found. This cotton miniskirt will look amazing thrown over your favorite bikini paired with some shell jewelry. ADVERTISEMENT – CONTINUE READING BELOWnull9FALL-APPROVED FLORALNaomi Ruffled Floral-Print Cotton-Voile Mini Skirt

Isabel Marant Étoilenet-a-porter.com$260.00$104.00 (60% off)shop now

Floral skirts are a summertime staple, but many feature light colors that are only wearable three months of the year. This burgundy skirt is a fall-approved color allowing you to incorporate the feminine floral into your autumn wardrobe.
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