What Is The Right Length For A Midi Skirt?

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You might have pulled a midi-skirt off the shelf and tried it on, only to wonder where it's supposed to sit or if it fits you right. Midi skirts are unique wardrobe items, but the length can make or break their fashion status, so what is the correct length of a midi skirt?

Midi skirts should end above or below the centre of your calf. There is no definite correct length, as midi skirts can end anywhere below your knees and above your ankles, but midi skirts should not end in the middle of your calf as it is the widest part of your lower leg, making it unflattering.

If you're ready to take on the versatile, classy midi skirt, these guidelines will lead you to one that sits perfectly. There are also many benefits to the midi skirt, as well as styling choices. Once you know the ins and outs of midi skirts, you might find them to be your new staple wardrobe item!

Choosing The Right Midi Skirt Length

You might have tried on a midi skirt, thought it looked weird and moved on, but like many other people, you probably didn't have the correct length! Midi skirts are made to hem at the middle of your calf, but that is the worst length.

As a fashion rule, midi skirts should end below your knee, above the widest part of your calf, or below the widest part of your calf. Anywhere else, and it looks unflattering! Since midi skirts vary in length, you can get them tailored to your needs to make the ultimate fashion statement. Spell's Eve denim skirt shows the perfect below-the-calf length.

Your body type also determines what midi skirt will suit you. Shorter people should opt for shorter midi skirts to show more leg. Curvier fashionistas should opt for a midi skirt that starts at the waist, and boyish figures suit fishtail and pencil-style midi skirts.

Types Of Midi Skirts

You'd think that a midi skirt is simply a length, but they come in an array of styles, and one might catch your eye and become your new must-have clothing item!

Pencil Midi Skirts

Pencil skirts are named after their narrow straight shape. Pencil midis sit at the waist and extend 50 to 60 cm long. The pencil midis should hem above your calf.

A-line Midi Skirts

A-line skirts cinches at the waist and then flares outwards. They are a popular midi skirt style and look good at any length. Spell has this denim beauty in the A-line style or Kivari's knit midi!

Pleated Midi Skirts

Pleated midis are a very preppy style characterised by vertically folded fabric from a cinched waistline.

Boot Midi Skirts

These are longer midi skirts characterised by a flared frame that hems above the ankles to expose your boots.

Fishtail Midi Skirts

These midi skirts are also known as mermaid skirts which fit tightly from the waist to below the knees and then flare out at the bottom.

Tea Length Skirt

Tea-length skirts are technically their own type of skirt but are often categorised as a midi skirt. Tea skirts have a hemline that stops a few centimetres above the ankles. They come in multiple formal and casual styles. A great example is this crochet midi skirt in black by PatBo.

The Benefits Of Midi Skirt

Midi skirts pop in and out of fashion trends yet remain a timeless, elegant clothing item that adds trendy volume to your wardrobe.

The main benefits of owning a midi skirt include:

• A unique clothing item that isn't too mainstream.

• It can be worn throughout the year in multiple seasons.

• There is a wide variety of skirt styles and materials to choose from.

• Extremely comfortable and practical.

• Versatile styling options, from casual to formal wear.

• Flattering for multiple body types by elongating your figure and covering up parts you could be self-conscious about.

How To Style Midi Skirts

If you're ready to finally add a midi skirt to your wardrobe, fashioning them right will keep you looking glamorous and stay in love with it no matter what's trending. Midi skirts are ageless, and these fashion tips will take your style to the next level!

Wear Heels

Heels are a midi skirt's best friend because they help elongate your frame. Midi skirts on shorter individuals may seem a bit frumpy, but pairing them with heels looks incredible! If you're not a heel fan, midi skirts still work well with flats and sandals for a casual look, but heels take the cake regarding footwear.

Tuck Your Shirt

Midi skirts usually start at your waistline, and the general consensus is that they look most fashionable with a shirt or blouse tucked in. Wearing something that covers the length of a midi skirt may look odd, but there are no rules particularly, so if it looks good, then there's nothing stopping you!

Balance The Outfit

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Midi skirts are quite a structural clothing element, and styling can be tricky. To make it easier, you should balance your outfit by opting for a tighter-fitting shirt with fuller midi skirts. Flared or pleated midi skirts only work with a tight-fitting top; otherwise, your body shape gets blocked with fabric walls. For tighter midi skirts, you can opt for either loose or tight-fitting shirts and blouses.

Cinch Your Waist

Since most midi skirts start at your waist, it provides the perfect opportunity to accentuate your figure by cinching it in. You can do this by balancing the outfit as previously mentioned or by adding a belt. If you don't balance your look or cinch the waist, you could risk looking frumpy, as no silhouette defines your body.

Don't Wear Tights Underneath

One fashion no-no is tights under midi skirts, at least that's what most fashion rules say, mainly because it looks outdated. If you're cold and still want to style the midi, you can wear flesh-coloured stockings to keep the warmth inconspicuous!

Conclusion

Midi skirts should not sit halfway on your calf because they would cut off at the widest part of your leg, which can look unappealing. Instead, wear a midi skirt with the hem above or below mid-calf. There are plenty of styles, and a midi skirt could be a great new addition to your wardrobe if you style it right!

Midi skirts are trendy, but many of us avoid them due to fear of frumpiness. After all, we&#;re the vivacious, spirited, self-confident women who invented the mini. And yet, there&#;s something so appealing about being able to cross our legs or sit like a guy, and not have to think about tugging down hems when we stand up. I&#;m a pretty picky fashion editor who doesn&#;t endorse every trend, but this one gets an unexpected five stars. Here are 10 whys and ways we can all get on board. 

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Andie MacDowell in a midi-dress length just above the swell of the calf; Rachael Ray in a straight midi just below the calves.

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1. There&#;s a midi for every body, leg shape and length

The term &#;midi&#; applies to any length from two inches below the knees to just above the ankles. The easiest lengths for most women are just above the swell of the calf (a couple of inches below the knees) or just below the calves (so that a few inches of ankle show). The most unflattering length is exactly at the widest part of your calf. A good tailor can tweak any midi to hit exactly where it&#;s best for you. Even an inch can make a difference between beautiful and blah, so go for it.

Diane Lane in a pencil midi just above calves; Lela Rochon in a pleated midi that's inches above her ankles.

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2. You can always use another new black skirt, right?

So, start with a style you usually wear in a longer length &#; a pencil, pleated, wrap or A-line skirt. The familiar silhouette will enhance the appeal, and it&#;s pretty risk-free. The worst that can happen is that you shorten it to your normal hemline &#; but I suspect you&#;ll be hooked.

Nicole Yvette Brown in a slim taupe knit midi; Jenny McCarthy in tailored black pencil midi.

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3. Slim cut midis work like squeeze-free skinny jeans or leggings

Narrow midis in pencil trumpets that fit and flare at the hem, and knit tube skirts provide an elongated tapered base. They keep the outline of your curves in plain sight but don&#;t reveal thigh or leg proportions (or squeeze) like skin-hugging leggings and jeans do. Trim midis work with any top &#; fitted or full. Feel free to add tucked-in T-shirts and silky blouses or untucked full-cut sweaters, jackets and tunics.

Designer Carolina Herrera in belted flared midi suit; Publicist Peggy Siegal dons a midi.

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4. Fuller-cut midis provide added flair (and flare!)

Fuller midis make an even bolder fashion statement than slim midis and come in A-line or pleated styles. Just keep skirt proportions and your body/leg proportions in sync. (See tip No. 1.) Show a few generous inches of leg at the ankles for balance and some body definition with a fitted top, V neckline or belted waist. For evening, just add a black jacket or white blouse to a generously cut skirt &#; and you&#;re done.

Spanish singer Luz Casal in a shirtdress; Regina Hall in an A-line midi wrap skirt.

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5. Waist definition restores legginess

Worried that a long skirt will make you appear to be standing in a ditch? This comes up a lot with those of us 5 feet 4 inches and under, and also taller women with a long torso and shorter legs. The trick is to show the waist and draw attention to it or where your waist would be (sometimes this means cheating with a slightly higher or wider waistband). Look for midis with a belt, elastic cinched or tie-waist, then tuck in your top or add a nipped waist jacket. Any or all of these will create the illusion of a longer lower body.

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