Mix and Match: Perfect Skirt Outfits for Any Event

Calling trendsetters and fashion rebels! From skimpy minis to long flowing maxis, body-hugging pencils, and cutesy pinafores, skirts are fun, edgy, and young and are a must-have part of your retro wardrobe. 

This blog is your go-to guide for mastering the art of mixing and matching to create the perfect skirt outfits for any event on your social calendar. Whether you are off for coffee with your bestie, dressing up for a cosplay event, glamming up for an evening affair, or simply expressing your individuality on a casual day out, we have the style you need to leave a lasting impression. Mix and match your skirts with a variety of tops and cool footwear, and you have the perfect skirt outfits for any event! 

Let’s Take A Stroll Through History

Did you know that skirts date as far back as 3000 BC? Skirts were worn as a classic wrap-around garment in ancient Egypt. Due to the excessive heat, the fabric of choice was flax or cotton as they were lightweight and breathable. The Scottish kilt dates as far back as the 16th century, worn by men in distinctive patterns to designate their clan. When weaving and tailoring became a skill in the Middle Ages, men started wearing trousers and women took to wearing skirts. Victorian ladies were fashion icons in their opulent, layered skirts adorned with lace and jewels. 

Each decade of the 20th century is known for its unique style of skirt –

• The 1910s featured the Hobble Skirt, a long flowing garment, tied at the calves to create a bubble look. An old tale claims that this style was created by a woman who flew in a plane and tied the skirt to prevent it from blowing upwards in the wind. 
• The 1920s saw the arrival of the chic flapper style, short, seductive and smothered in fringes and bejewelled embellishments. Don’t forget the long slender cigarette holder for added attitude. 
• The 1930s echoed the Great Depression with sombre, bland, no-frill skirts with a longer hemline and few embellishments. 
• The 1940s brought functional war-time skirts with a military and factory aesthetic, made from heavy-duty cloth designed to last. 
• The 1950s revived fashion and fun with the iconic Dior tightly clinging pencil skirt, as well as the flattering A-line cut that we love to this day.
• The 1960s saw legs and more legs when ladies sashayed out in Mary Quant’s mini-mini skirt and sky-high heels.
• The 1970s was the decade of revolution and hippie culture. Peace-loving, nature-inspired flower children donned colourful wrap-around gypsy skirts paired with flat leather thongs and floral garlands in their hair. 

Style Your Dark Side Look 

In the grand tapestry of alternative fashion, skirts offer stunning fashion alternatives that can channel the dark, the mysterious and the bizarre.  

Pair a Banned Apparel Doomed Romantic High Low Hem Skirt with a white crop top, loads of chains and chunky buckled statement boots for your Gothic look. The lace details add exquisite textures that evoke a sense of intrigue and seduction. Our Victorian Ruffle Skirt is perfect for an edgy look when worn with an opulent luxurious velvet corset and knee-high lace-up boots. 

Create your steampunk look with a pleated black skirt teamed up with a body-hugging lace-up leather top and industrial eyewear. Add a touch of rebellion to your Dark Side skirt look with sexy fish-net stockings, choker accessories adorned with dark gemstones and wide-brimmed hats. 

For a bewitching Halloween or Day of the Dead ensemble, choose the versatility of a Miss Cruella long skirt adorned with grinning skulls. Enhance the eerie ambiance with spiderweb stockings, a witches hat and loads of mystical rings. 

Be Terrific in Tartan

Tartan skirts, with their timeless appeal and rich cultural heritage, are the perfect choice to make a sophisticated statement at dress-up events. Cher Horowitz from Clueless is an iconic character in her yellow tartan skirt suit, showcasing 90s fashion in stylish and preppy ensembles. Hermione Granger from Harry Potter looks refined and elegant in her academic tartan, while Serena van der Woodsen from Gossip Girl effortlessly blends sophistication with a bohemian edge. 

For classic elegance, opt for a below-the-knee Red Tartan Tori Skirt paired with a crisp white blouse. This ensemble exudes sophistication, making it ideal for formal events or gatherings with a touch of traditional charm. Be a punk princess with a rebellious edge and team up a Darkdoll Tartan Mini Skirt with a leather jacket and combat boots, perfect for an unconventional dress-up event. 

Channel your inner schoolgirl academic charm with a pleated tartan skirt, knee-high socks, and a fitted blazer. For a touch of old-style Hollywood glam, pair a high-waisted tartan pencil skirt with a tucked-in blouse, perfect for themed events that celebrate the elegance of a bygone era.

Vintage Skirts for Graceful Elegance 

When you have had enough of frumpy boyfriend tees and want to feel gorgeous and feminine, nothing beats a vintage skirt to create a charming, ladylike outfit for a special occasion. 

Style our exquisite Cherry Blossom Pencil Skirt with a soft neutral-coloured blouse to enhance the vibrant hues of the blossoms. Cinch in your waist with a pink belt to accentuate the hourglass shape. For cooler evenings, carry a luxurious, soft pastel pink cashmere throw to wear over your shoulders. 

Our knee-length Red Tori Skirt says Boss Lady in no uncertain terms. Pair it with a black blazer, low-heeled pumps, a red laptop bag and own the boardroom. 

For a fun-in-the-sun look, a cute Daisy 60’s Checked Mini Skirt is ideal for a walk on the promenade or sipping cocktails at the beach bar. Team it up with a lacy crop top, strappy sandals and a huge beach tote embellished with an inspirational saying. 

Funky Styles For Dress Up Events

Funky outfits are easy to create when you mix and match skirts with cool tops. Create a Boho look with a patterned maxi skirt and a denim jacket embellished with patches and embroidery. Look street-style edgy in an asymmetrical leather mini skirt teamed up with an oversized graphic tee. 

For a playful look, colour blocking always attracts the eye. Choose an edgy Urban Vamp Pleats Skirt in pink and wear it with mismatched colourful bobby socks and quirky sneakers. Or, embrace the print-on-print trend with a bold geometric print skirt contrasted with a breezy floral top – a jarring but super-cool clash of designs. Complete the look with platform shoes. 

The Wrap 

Whether you are channelling a macabre alien oozing green gore, transforming into a dreamy princess headed to a ball or going punk with buckles and spikes, skirts give you versatile and endless possibilities to create your one-of-a-kind look. Explore our fabulous collection and discover the perfect skirt outfits to make a statement at any event!