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
$250.00
Neiman Marcus
Naked Wardrobe
Fitted Blazer in Leopard at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$148.00
Nordstrom
-30%
AllSaints
Aleida Denim Blazer Black
$174.30
$249.00
AllSaints
-30%
Open Edit
The Icon Relaxed Blazer in Burgundy Fudge at Nordstrom, Size Small Red
$62.65
$89.50
Nordstrom
-54%
Alo
| Match Point Tennis Skirt in Black, Size: Medium
$78.00
Alo Yoga
-44%
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Cece Regular Fit Skirt Black
$49.99
$89.00
Rue La La
-50%
On
Women s FKA twigs Studio Skort Black
$61.00
$122.00
Slam Jam
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!
-60%
-76%
Tory Burch
Lila Leather Knee-High Boot Brown
$167.00
$698.00
Rue La La
-61%
Dune London
Teine Leather Boot Black
$99.99
$255.00
Rue La La
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.
-61%
Helmut Lang
Shirt Stripe Top White
$155.99
$395.00
Rue La La
-57%
Vince Camuto
Sequin Stripe Sweater White
$29.99
$69.00
Rue La La
Frankie Shop
Blake pleated miniskirt Gray
$300.00
Mytheresa
-55%
Hyein Seo
Women s Pleated Wrap Skirt Dark Grey Gray
$209.00
$463.00
Slam Jam
-61%
Kenneth Cole
Box Pleat Mini Skirt Gray
$45.99
$119.00
Rue La La
-65%
Rails
Alfie Pleated A-Line Mini Skort in Taupe at Nordstrom, Size 8 Gray
$65.80
$188.00
Nordstrom
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.
-28%
Open Edit
Pleated Plaid Miniskirt in Tan Sophia Mini Check at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Brown
$49.99
$69.50
Nordstrom
-60%
Douuod
Grey/blue wool blend checked skirt Multi
$57.92
$144.82
TheDoubleF
Madewell
Plaid Miniskirt in Brown Gray Plaid at Nordstrom, Size 14
$128.00
Nordstrom
-83%
Rebecca Taylor
Plaid Skort Green
$41.99
$245.00
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.
-35%
Avec Les Filles
Belted Faux Leather Utility Trench Coat in Whiskey at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$179.99
$278.00
Nordstrom
-55%
Cole Haan
Slick Wool-Blend Flared Trenchcoat
$179.99
$400.00
Rue La La
-50%
London Fog
Double Breasted Trench Coat in Dark Khaki at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Brown
$159.99
$320.00
Nordstrom
Alo
| Oversized Sherpa Trench Jacket in Black, Size: Medium
$298.00
Alo Yoga
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.
-30%
Kenneth Cole
Pinstripe Double Breasted Jacket in Black/Oyster at Nordstrom, Size Large
$118.30
$169.00
Nordstrom
NVLT
Double Lapel Tweed Blazer in Brown at Nordstrom Rack, Size X-Large
$49.97
Nordstrom Rack
-65%
Favorite Daughter
The Miranda Pinstripe Blazer in Beige/Navy Stripe at Nordstrom, Size Large
$121.80
$348.00
Nordstrom
Nic+Zoe
Pinstripe Ponte Blazer in Grey Multi at Nordstrom Rack, Size Small Gray
$84.97
Nordstrom Rack
-50%
Kenneth Cole
Pinstripe Mini Skirt Blue
$49.99
$99.00
Rue La La
-30%
Douuod
Navy blue pinstripe Grace skirt
$62.13
$88.76
TheDoubleF
-57%
adidas
Campus 00s Better Scarlet/Cloud White sneakers - unisex - Suede - 12.5 - Red
$86.00
$198.00
FARFETCH
-9%
adidas
Campus 00s sneakers - women - Leather - 5.5 - Purple
$126.00
$138.00
FARFETCH
-25%
adidas
Campus 00s Sneaker in Black/Off White/Grey at Nordstrom, Size 6.5
$82.50
$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.
-28%
Open Edit
Pleated Plaid Miniskirt in Tan Sophia Mini Check at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Brown
$49.99
$69.50
Nordstrom
-59%
Julia Jordan
Jacquard A-Line Dress Black
$80.99
$198.00
Rue La La
-30%
Adrianna Papell
Mixed Media Metallic Fit & Flare Dress in Black/Gold at Nordstrom, Size 16
$118.30
$169.00
Nordstrom
-61%
Julia Jordan
Peplum Waist Mini Dress Black
$53.99
$139.00
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!
-25%
adidas
Samba OG Sneakers Core Black / Cloud White
$117.00
$156.00
Slam Jam
Nike
Womens Air Max Plus Shoes in White | DM2362-100
$190.00
Nike
Alo
| Accolade Hoodie in Black, Size: Medium
$148.00
Alo Yoga
-25%
Carhartt Work in Progress
Jake Messenger Bag Black
$116.00
$155.00
Slam Jam
Nike
Mens Air Force 1 07 Shoes in White | CW2288-111
$115.00
Nike
Lacoste
Mens Metropole Bracelet in Silver at Nordstrom
$95.00
Nordstrom
-14%
Nike
Womens Air Max Plus Shoes in Grey | DZ3670-004 Black
$153.97
$180.00
Nike
Polo Ralph Lauren
Brown corduroy baseball cap Beige
$51.39
TheDoubleF
-25%
adidas
Samba OG Sneakers Cloud White / Core Black
$117.00
$156.00
Slam Jam
Stone Island
Moss-coloured crew neck sweatshirt in cotton Brown
$130.80
TheDoubleF
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
