From thoughtful florals to abstract geometrics, prints are making their mark in every category. One classification having a major moment this summer? The printed skirt. Effortlessly blending spirited expression with easy-breezy sophistication, these pieces aren’t just wardrobe staples but reliable statement-makers. This right print can elevate a simple tank top or T-shirt, taking you from an alfresco lunch date to rooftop sunset soirée with a few different accessories. And this is even more important when the sweltering heat ushers in. Less is more!
Brands, both high and low, are leaning into saturated hues and movement-friendly fabrics that dance with every step. There are watercolor pleats from Zara, complementing simple black tank tops and easy slides. On the higher end, Dries Van Noten’s printed cotton maxi skirt is a welcome and unexpected option for muscle tees and flip-flops. On the more subdued (but still whimsical!) side is a draped polka dot midi skirt that looks even better when worn with a matching top. Complete your look with any number of hero accessories, from raffia bags and shell pendant necklaces to woven totes and beaded necklaces.
This season, skirts aren’t just part of the outfit—they are the outfit. No matter where your summer wardrobe takes you this season–the city streets or a faraway destination–here are six seriously chic ways to wear your new printed skirt (plus, a few other favorites to covet).
The Geometric Find with All Black Accessories
Zara’s pleated, geometric midiskirt is constantly selling out, and for good reason. The unexpected, bright print serves as an easy starting point. Styling-wise, sport it monochromatic accessories, like Toteme’s leather slides, and Lemaire’s fishnet-embellished croissant bag.
The Multicolored Maxi with a Muscle Tee and Shell Necklace
Dries Van Noten’s multicolored cotton maxi will add a welcome splash of color to your summer rotation. Let the vivid print do the talking with Veronica Beard’s muscle tee as your base, and Jennifer Behr’s shell pendant necklace playing off the skirt’s tones. Toteme’s crocodile flip-flop is a chic finishing touch.
The Two-Tone Pencil Skirt with Work-Friendly Extras
For office hours, you probably want to strike a balance of sophistication and practicality. That’s easily accomplished with Zara’s two-toned midi skirt, Flore Flore’s black tank top, and Dragon Diffusion’s woven basket bag—a style big enough to fit a laptop.
The Polka Dot Pairing with a Basket Tote
Like the stripe, polka dots during summer have endless appeal. There are plenty of ways to wear it, but we at Vogue appreciate a matchy-matchy moment. We also love how the print looks alongside a basket bag.
The Playful Maxi with Sophisticated Additions
Khaite takes the classic maxi skirt silhouette and puts a whimsical spin on it with a raspberry print. For a date or event, pair it with Suzie Kondi’s red terry T-shirt and The Row’s barely-there heeled sandals.
The Modern Pencil Skirt with the Draped T-Shirt
When it comes to foolproof combinations, few pairings are as chic as a modern T-shirt and pencil skirt. La DoubleJ’s reimagining the formula with a mood-boosting print. The same can be said for 3.1 Phillip Lim’s T-shirt, updated with artful draping.
