7 fall-friendly mini skirts if you’re not ready to give up bare legs
With your summer tan barely starting to fade, it would almost be a sin to cover up your legs already, don’t you think?
For those reluctant to accept the cooling temperatures, we bring you the autumn-friendly mini skirt. With a knee-high boot here and a sweater there, your mini skirts needn’t be banished to the back of your wardrobe quite yet. Here’s how to style your perfect-for-fall mini skirt.
Since its inception in late 2023-early 2024, the Office Siren aesthetic has had social media in a chokehold. Heavily reminiscent of the 90s and 2000s fashion, Office Siren puts a sassy and sexy spin on classic office wear. Luckily for us, the Office Siren aesthetic also provides endless inspiration when it comes to mini skirt outfits for fall. A slim-fit mini skirt paired with a matching fitted blazer, sheer tights, and a fitted button-down makes for a chic yet edgy outfit for fall. Finish off the look with slingback kitten heels and a classic handbag—and maybe also check your workplace’s dress code before showing up.
Majestic Filatures
Soft Touch Two-Button Blazer Blue
$250.00
Neiman Marcus
Veronica Beard
Ivory Tweed Blazer Size XXS White
$241.69
HEWI
Maeve
The Rue Oversized Blazer by Maeve Jacket White
$168.00
Anthropologie
Commando
Utility Micro Mini Skirt Black
$62.99
Rue La La
Alo
| Match Point Tennis Skirt in Black, Size: Medium
$78.00
Alo Yoga
AllSaints
Riley Slim Fit Floral Mini Dress Black
$159.00
AllSaints
Knee-high boots are your best friends this season! A pair of tall boots will not only protect your legs from the cold, but it’ll also give your outfit a very season-appropriate fall vibe. You can also add a pair of sheer stockings for added warmth. When styling a mini skirt, any style of tall boots that fits your taste will do. But what are the trendiest boots for AW24? Cowboy boots are a classic, and chunky biker boots are still going strong. Square toes are casual and trendy, but many of the must-have styles for 2024 feature a dramatic pointed toe. These styles are thigh-high, slouchy, or feature a barely-there micro heel. All you have to do now is take your pick!
Silent D
Kaias Knee-High Boots Black
$280.00
Anthropologie
-46%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Suede Boots Brown
$269.10
$499.00
AllSaints
Stuart Weitzman
Nola Snake-Embossed Leather Knee-High Boot White
$246.99
Rue La La
-40%
AllSaints
Maddie Knee High Leather Boots Black
$364.50
$605.00
AllSaints
If you’re as obsessed with Parisian style as we are, you probably have a collection of striped t-shirts and sweaters in your wardrobe. If you want to infuse some classically French elegance into your cold-weather looks, a striped sweater specifically is a great addition to a fall mini skirt outfit. A grey pleated mini skirt paired with a classic striped jumper and chunky black boots make for a chic and fall-ready outfit.
English Factory
Bold Stripe Sweater White
$45.99
Rue La La
Frankie Shop
Blake pleated miniskirt Gray
$260.00
Mytheresa
-58%
En Saison
Quinley Square-Neck Pleated Mini Dress Gray
$49.95
$118.00
Anthropologie
-51%
Comeforbreakfast
Gray Mini Short A-Line Womens Skirt
$177.00
$363.00
LUX LAIR
Nothing says fall like tartan, therefore a tartan mini skirt is not only super chic but perfectly in season. When styling plaid or tartan, lean into the punk and grunge aesthetics: a full black look will allow your tartan mini to take centre stage. A black blazer especially will add a more polished vibe to an edgy look such as this. Finish off the look with your favourite sunglasses and knee-high boots.
Mare Mare
Basque-Waist Plaid Mini Skirt
$148.00
Anthropologie
-40%
Bencivenga
Multicolor Checkered Ruffle High Waist Mini Womens Skirt
$204.00
$340.00
LUX LAIR
Rowing Blazers
Pleated Plaid Mini Skirt
$138.00
Anthropologie
Avec Les Filles
Printed Mini Skirt Brown
$59.99
Rue La La
5. With a season-appropriate jacket
The key to dressing for fall and winter? Layering. As long as you’re bundled up in thin and versatile layers you can make any look work, no matter how cold outside. A great way to use layering to style a mini skirt during the fall is pairing it with a season-appropriate long coat that you can keep open to show off your look or button up if you get chilly. Pairing a short skirt with a long jacket will also allow you to play with proportions and silhouettes, creating dimension and movement in your look. Outerwear is the hero piece of this look, so make sure you invest in coats and jackets that are not only functional but also add interest and personality to your wardrobe.
Cole Haan
Insulated Twill Raglan Trench Coat Black
$93.00
Rue La La
Avec Les Filles
Funnel-Neck Mid-Length Trench Coat Jacket Green
$188.00
Anthropologie
-55%
AllSaints
Linnie Lightweight Trench Coat
$224.10
$499.00
AllSaints
A mini skirt can be the chance to go for a high/low look, perfect for a weekend on the town or a casual lunch. To achieve this look, pair your mini skirt with a pinstripe blazer—a mini skirt suit would be ideal in this case, but separates work just fine. The accessories are what really bring this look together: a stretchy jersey headband, tiny 90s sunglasses, crew socks, and chunky Adidas Campus sneakers.
Kenneth Cole
Pinstripe Jacket Blue
$69.99
Rue La La
-30%
Tahari by ASL
Pinstripe Ruched Sleeve Blazer in Ice Blue at Nordstrom, Size 20W
$111.30
$159.00
Nordstrom
AllSaints
Payton Linen-Blend Blazer White
$134.99
Rue La La
Tahari by ASL
Pinstripe Belted Blazer in Ochre at Nordstrom, Size 14W
$179.00
Nordstrom
Ganni
Stretch Stripe Flounce Mini Skirt Gray
$48.00
Rue La La
-52%
Motel
Mini skirts Blue
$51.00
$106.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Frankie Shop
Blake pleated pinstripe twill miniskirt Beige
$168.00
$240.00
Mytheresa
-44%
Silvian Heach
Mini skirts Blue
$65.00
$116.00
Yoox.com
-35%
adidas
Campus 00s Better Scarlet/Cloud White sneakers - unisex - Suede - 12.5 - Red
$114.00
$176.00
FARFETCH
adidas
Campus 00s sneakers - women - Leather - 6.5 - Purple
$92.00
FARFETCH
-18%
adidas
Sneakers Blue
$88.00
$107.00
Yoox.com
adidas
Campus 00s Sneaker in Aurora Ivy/White/Gum at Nordstrom, Size 6.5
$110.00
Nordstrom
If the autumnal breeze is simply too much for your naked legs to bear, but are still looking for unique ways to style your beloved mini skirt, the noughties have exactly the trend you’re looking for: the controversial skirt-over-pants. A pleated mini over pants—baggy jeans, wide-leg slacks, flared yoga pants…—makes for a perfect fall look that combines a bold attitude with an eye-catching silhouette.
Adrianna Papell
Ruffle Jacquard Dress Blue
$69.99
Rue La La
-60%
Alice & Olivia
Carter Pleated Mini Skirt Green
$140.00
$350.00
Neiman Marcus
Avec Les Filles
Denim Mini Skirt Blue
$48.00
Rue La La
Varley
Plus Amanda 2.0 Court Mini Dress Red
$128.00
Anthropologie
Faherty
Stretch Silk-Blend Velvet Genevieve Pant Red
$69.99
Rue La La
-81%
Maeve
The Colette Crop Velvet Ruffle-Hem Pants by Maeve Red
$29.95
$158.00
Anthropologie
-30%
Leset
Lauren mid-rise jersey wide-leg pants Brown
$122.00
$175.00
Mytheresa
Vince Camuto
Pull On Wide Leg Pant Brown
$59.99
Rue La La
A final word of encouragement
My mum always says that “your legs don’t get cold”. I am a little unsure of what exactly she means by that, but I’ve chosen to interpret it as an encouragement for all of us to not give up on our mini skirts just yet!
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
Bruno Magli
Mens Aydin Leather Oxford Brown
$239.99
Rue La La
Astr
the Label Lace Trim Satin Slip Dress Brown
$45.99
Rue La La
-34%
Nike
Mens C1TY Shoes in Black | FZ3863-018 Gray
$68.97
$105.00
Nike
Vince
Fulton Suede Sneaker Gray
$109.99
Rue La La
-43%
Cole Haan
Mens Triangle Quilted Vest - Blue Size Medium
$169.95
$298.00
Cole Haan
Tiffany & Fred
Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag Brown
$128.00
Rue La La
Nike
Mens Air Max 90 Shoes in Grey | CN8490-002 Gray
$135.00
Nike
Vince Camuto
Rose Crewneck Pullover White
$49.99
Rue La La
Olukai
Mekila Flip Flop in Natural/Natural at Nordstrom, Size 10
$140.00
Nordstrom
Vince Camuto
Maxi Dress Black
$59.99
Rue La La
-23%
Cole Haan
Mens Grand Remix Oxfords - Brown Size 10.5
$159.95
$208.00
Cole Haan
Veja
Campo Bicolor Leather Low-Top Sneakers White
$175.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Vince
Poppy Blur Crushed Column Skirt
$189.00
Rue La La
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli