Why are skirts-over-pants so cool?
If you’re chronically online, like we are, you must have noticed a shift permeating in subculture. We’re not talking about genderless clothing or summer’s eternal debate on brat vs. demure. We’re referring to something a lot more nostalgic. Think back to the days when skirts over pants were cool. Need an image reference? Think Miley Cyrus and Ashley Tisdale circa early 2000s.
This time the look has been resurrected for 2024 with more polish and refinement. After a promising take by Chopova Lowena for their FW24 collection, serving pleated plaid skirts layered on top of tailored trousers is proof that this socially verboten trend can still be brought back. All you have to do is style it cleaner for a more Olsen-twins-inspired look. Remember when Kendall Jenner dropped that all-grey look? We were sceptical, yes. But now we’re totally on board.
Channel the Y2K style by throwing a denim miniskirt over a pair of trusted jeans. If preppy is more your mojo, then wear your pleated skirt with a pair of baggy jeans under. Mix and match for permutations—the closet is your oyster!
The tricky trend needs a little creative thinking, so we at Le Mill have done all the heavy lifting and rounded up some much needed skirts-over-trousers style inspiration. Scroll through for the best combos.
Pleats, please
This fall, pleated skirts are getting a major makeover. It isn’t just for the prim and proper—the girls are ditching the traditional and embracing a more relaxed, edgy vibe. Think washed-out denim, charcoal grey tanks, and a whole lot of attitude. We're totally crushing on Noharika Gangaramany's take on this classic Issey Miyake staple, turning it into a must-have for the dressed-up-comfort trend.
Clash or match?
Want to add a touch of feminine to an androgynous look? Look no further than Olivia Hirst's genius hack: a pop of lace. She's taken the Sandy Liang route and paired a lacy white skirt with baggy trousers and a simple tank. It's the perfect way to dip your toe into this trend without going full-on girly.
A tailored case
If you’re drooling over Rokh’s RTW Spring 2024 collection, we’ve got the lowdown. It’s all about simple, tailored pieces that whisper sophistication. Awoka H. Awomi has mastered this art, blending Dion Lee and Peter Do’s styles for a look that’s as easy as it is understated. Think box pleats, tailored pants, and a relaxed-fit blazer. It’s the ultimate case of mod-chic, and it’s very demure.
Denim on denim
Tired of skirts? Switch it up with a dress instead! We're loving this denim-on-denim look from Ikisvon Jamang. It's a foolproof way to look effortlessly cool. To give the illusion of a skirt, she adds a belt to cinch the waist. And like Jamang, don't forget to top it off with a denim jacket—because, when it comes to denim, more is always better.
