The Y2K “Skirt-over-pants” look is making its return in 2024
Even though trend forecasters often disagree on what will be the next big thing, there is a little something they are all agreeing on: the return of the “skirt over pants” trend. You read that right, one of the most controversial Y2K styles will come back stronger than ever in 2024. It’s true what they say about fashion being circular…
Representing creativity and individuality in fashion, this bold aesthetic is emerging as a new way to layer clothing and create unique silhouettes. The trend has seen a 37% increase in Google searches for the keyword “skirt-over-pants” during December 2023. On Stylight we’ve registered an 11% increase in demand for asymmetrical skirts, a popular staple for the Y2K look.
En Saison
Gabriella Asymmetric Ruffled Maxi Skirt White
$108.00
Anthropologie
-65%
AllSaints
Pamela Asymmetric Skirt in Black at Nordstrom, Size 8 Us
$75.97
$219.00
Nordstrom
-51%
Isabel Marant
Perrine floral-print skirt - women - Viscose/Silk - 38 - Black
$287.00
$590.00
FARFETCH
This is the year to rock the perfect Disney Channel-esque skirt-over-pants combo, and to look trendy doing it. Don’t believe us? Read on to see our picks for the six chicest ways to style skirts over pants.
A monochrome, suiting-inspired skirt-over-pants look slots in perfectly with the Y2K Office Siren trend we’ve seen gaining popularity during the last months of 2023. Yoyo Cao’s argyle sweater and colour-coordinated shoulder bag flawlessly finish off the look.
-61%
Kenneth Cole
Pinstripe Mini Skirt Blue
$39.00
$99.00
Rue La La
-50%
6397
Pinstripe bermuda shorts with crossover closure Brown
$220.18
$440.36
TheDoubleF
-60%
Alexia Admor
Clio Pant Black
$79.99
$199.00
Rue La La
-80%
Eleventy
Slim Fit Stripe Stretch Virgin Wool Blend Pants in Sand at Nordstrom, Size 00 Us Beige
$159.00
$795.00
Nordstrom
-50%
1989 STUDIO
Brown striped flared pants
$227.13
$454.26
TheDoubleF
-30%
Ottolinger
Women s Ada Leggings Black Pinstripe
$239.00
$342.00
Slam Jam
Plaid and tartan skirts over jeans seem to be the most popular way to style the skirt-over-pants trend. Go super bold and colourful like Adewunmi Erhabor or more casual with jeans and neutral shades.
-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
$59.33
$148.33
TheDoubleF
-68%
Chaser
Kana Midi Skirt Black
$49.99
$158.00
Rue La La
-60%
Department Five
Wide-leg Pop blue jeans with washed effect
$103.83
$259.58
TheDoubleF
Adopting a Scandi-inspired approach is another super cool way to do skirts over pants. A breezy white balloon skirt paired with straight-leg jeans, an interesting sweater, and ugly-chic sneakers will make you look instantly stylish.
-45%
Vince Camuto
Long Ruffles Skirt Black
$59.99
$109.00
Rue La La
-51%
Open Edit
Tiered Maxi Skirt in White at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Small
$33.97
$69.50
Nordstrom
-49%
Free People
Many Layers Midi Skirt White
$49.99
$98.00
Rue La La
-46%
BP.
Tiered Cotton Maxi Skirt in Ivory at Nordstrom, Size X-Large White
$26.97
$49.50
Nordstrom
-36%
Levi's
Ribcage High Waist Straight Leg Jeans in Small Course at Nordstrom, Size 26 X 32
$62.97
$98.00
Nordstrom
-65%
Guess Co
Women s Flare Denim Pants Used Sanded Black Wash
$131.00
$376.00
Slam Jam
-60%
Citizens Of Humanity
Light blue washed out Winslow jeans
$137.21
$343.01
TheDoubleF
-65%
Guess Co
Women s Flare Denim Pants Used Indigo Wash Multi
$145.00
$413.00
Slam Jam
Baggy pants—whether they are jeans, cargo, or slacks—surprisingly lend themselves very well to being layered with a skirt. The draped, voluminous silhouette they create can be highlighted with an equally drapey top for a fashion-forward look.
-45%
Ganni
Black washed-effect baggy jeans
$150.42
$273.49
TheDoubleF
-83%
Triarchy
Ms. Triarchy Natural Baggy Jean Brown
$50.99
$295.00
Rue La La
-60%
The Attico
Brown shaded baggy jeans
$352.28
$880.71
TheDoubleF
-84%
Boyish
High-Rise Rigid Tickled Pink Relaxed Tapered Jean
$31.99
$198.00
Rue La La
Remember last summer’s fishnet craze? As Liat Neuman teaches us, layering your fishnet skirt or dress over wide-leg jeans adds an interesting textural twist to your look. Not only that, but it allows you to get more wear out of items—like fishnet skirts—that would be otherwise very season-specific.
Alo
| Sport Play Knit Dress in Black/Onyx, Size: Small
$148.00
Alo Yoga
-59%
Vince
Sheer Silk-Blend Pencil Skirt Rose
$149.99
$365.00
Rue La La
Savage x Fenty
At First Sight Veil in Endless Blue at Nordstrom
$44.95
Nordstrom
-35%
Rotate
Black long floral dress
$235.02
$361.56
TheDoubleF
The mix of genres, the desire to challenge norms, and the search for non-conformist fashion have fueled this trend and made it into a gender-neutral revolution. The silhouette of a pleated skirt paired with baggy jeans is soon to become a menswear staple.
