Trousers go into a coma, and the long skirt makes a comeback: here's how to wear the piece that's taking this winter by storm--and is easier to style than ever
The skirt is a hit in all its versions
Its length extends past the knee--in some cases, reaching nearly to the ankle. This is the only consistent feature of the season's most popular skirt; otherwise, the garment proves to be a hit in every variation. The pencil silhouette--revived and reinterpreted on the runway by brands like Khaite and Max Mara--has caught the eye of younger actresses, who look beyond the "power dressing" aesthetic traditionally associated with this piece, proving it works well outside of an office-inspired context. For instance, British actress Daisy Edgar-Jones--who looked impeccable while promoting the new adaptation of *Sense and Sensibility*--wore a Maison Margiela design a few weeks ago, paired with a cropped top that left her midriff exposed. Alongside these types of narrow, form-fitting garments, A-line silhouettes--fitted at the waist and flaring out slightly--are also proving popular. Brands such as Ralph Lauren--featuring floor-length skirts paired with oversized sweaters or safari-style jackets--, Altuzarra and Chloé--which embraced a layered look--, and the French label Carven--which toned down a sober grey skirt by styling it with a sweatshirt--have made it clear that there are no hard-and-fast rules when it comes to wearing them. Asymmetrical designs, straight-cut skirts, and styles that incorporate current trends (such as the sash-effect skirts seen at Erdem) also feature among the new arrivals for this autumn-winter season, proving that you can brave the cold even with your legs exposed--though, naturally, it's best to wear a good pair of tights. Below, you'll find a selection to help you embrace the trend.
LAUNCHMETRICS SPOTLIGHT
Trousers go into a coma, and the long skirt makes a comeback: here's how to wear the piece that's taking this winter by storm--and is easier to style than ever
