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Picking The Most Attractive Skirt Length

There are lots of different hemlines to select  from… mini’s…knee-length…below the knee (50’s) and now the maxi!
It can be very confusing .  Which length looks the best on which body type? How short is too short?
So, I’m going to break it down .

Mini Skirts:
Forget that whole you can’t wear short skirts  after 35 rule.  Believe me , I know everyone  saw this rule on “What Not To Wear” and it is accurate  in a lot of  cases, but as long as you have great  legs, go for it!  BUT,  always make   sure the skirt is no shorter than your middle finger when you hang your arm to your side.  Any shorter than that and you are entering the trashy   zone .   I wouldn’t  recommend a mini to anyone  who is really heavy .  If you want to wear a mini , but are worried  about flaws  on your legs you can either try a sunless tanner (St. Tropez sunless tanning mousse) or wear tights . You may also think twice about wearing a mini to a wedding. Sure the male San Antonio wedding photographer my take extra photo’s of you but the bride may not be happy.

NOTE: If you’re going for the  mini   skirt and showing off your legs, I would wear something more conservative on top i.e. a  Conservative blouse or a turtle-neck sweater.  I have a 1 naked body part rule.

Knee-length:
The most universally flattering length is at the knee.  This is your must have skirt length.  It flatters  every height and every body type .  It is also always the most office appropriate!  With this length , give or take an inch.  If it’s a inch above, fine.  This is actually favored if you’re on the petite side.  Inch below is also fine.  You can wear so much with the knee length skirt:  A blouse, shell and blazer, sweater, etc.

Below the Knee:
1950’s Style!  This skirt is very in style for fall.  It’s sexy  and fun!  It’s a great  length and shape for curvy ladies.  Not to mention it’s incredibly ladylike and sophisticated.  I wouldn’t recommend  this length if you’re trying to snare  a man (see Minis).  But, it’s great for business  and a demure night out! Pair with a cardigan  and shell, an off the shoulder knit or just a really soft and pretty cashmere, short-sleeved sweater.  Don’t forget the skinny waistline belt, structured handbag and pointed toe shoes!

Maxi Skirt:
These floor hugging , Muslim friendly skirts are tough  to pull off, especially for shorter  women.  I think it’s meant for very tall , slim , runway model  type women and that’s about all .  One slight mistake and you can go from sporting a fresh, fall trend to looking like you’ve busted out a burka.  Exercise caution with this length.  (Not recommended for work or attracting the male population .)

Basically, don’t hesitate to hem it up (or down) this fall.

Want  some help reinventing your wardrobe?  Contact personal shopper and fashion stylist Erin Busbee! Erin is a San Antonio fashion stylist and a personal shopper.