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.
Isabel Marant
Berenice Shorts - Black
$347.46
Italist
Cinq à Sept
Crystal Cascade Embellished Asymmetric Midi Skirt Black
$395.00
Neiman Marcus
PacSun
Laila Asymmetric Skirt in Brown at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Small
$34.95
Nordstrom
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.
Pinko
Pinstripe Flared Skirt - gray
$203.05
Italist
-40%
SIMKHAI
Poplin Lace-Trim Boxer Shorts Green
$177.00
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
Pinko
Capena Skirt - Black
$246.43
Italist
-30%
Favorite Daughter
The Favorite Skort Blue
$159.60
$228.00
Neiman Marcus
Pilcro
Celeste Boyfriend Uncuffed Mid-Rise Relaxed Jeans Gray
$168.00
Anthropologie
Max Mara
Virgin Wool Pinstriped Trousers - Black
$247.78
Italist
-40%
Veronica Beard
Piper Belted Pinstripe Shorts Blue
$238.80
$398.00
Neiman Marcus
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.
Guest In Residence
Fringe Plaid Mini Skirt
$225.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Guest In Residence
Fringe Plaid Mini Skirt
$225.00
Neiman Marcus
Bobo Choses
Checked Cotton Dress - Multicolor
$175.39
Italist
Carhartt Work in Progress
Brandon Jeans - Blue
$190.87
Italist
Alo
| 7/8 High-Waist Airlift Legging in Winter Frost, Size: Medium
$134.00
Alo Yoga
Carhartt Work in Progress
Jeans - Black
$194.41
Italist
Hudson
Rylee Low-Rise Loose Wide-Leg Jeans Blue
$195.00
Anthropologie
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.
Pilcro
Reese 100% Cotton Smocked Midi Skirt Blue
$148.00
Anthropologie
-40%
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Tiered Maxi Skirt in Rich Black at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large
$59.40
$99.00
Nordstrom
-33%
ASTR the Label
Madeleine Mini Skirt Blue
$79.95
$119.00
Anthropologie
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
AG Sydney High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans Blue
$245.00
Anthropologie
Liu Jo
Asymmetric Closure Cotton Jeans - Blue
$229.56
Italist
Wax London
Felix Jeans - Blue
$121.66
Italist
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.
A Gold E
Henson Jeans - White
$272.87
Italist
A Gold E
Low Slung Baggy wide-leg jeans Gray
$320.00
Mytheresa
Haikure
Bethany Jeans - White
$332.47
Italist
Boyish
High-Rise Rigid Tickled Pink Relaxed Tapered Jean
$31.99
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.
Anthropologie
OK Originals Sheer Scrunch Socks Gray
$12.00
Anthropologie
Alo
| Ripstop Electric Straight Leg Pants in Black, Size: Medium
$138.00
Alo Yoga
-60%
Vince
Lace Slip Skirt Gold
$187.20
$468.00
Neiman Marcus
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.
