Pencil Skirts Are Cool Again, So Long as You Wear Them Like This

by Emma Spedding

The past few seasons have been dominated by distressed denim, hoodies and blazers, but this year it looks like things are about to get a little more polished and a whole lot prettier. One of the key buys for S/S 18 is pencil skirts. However, they have had a makeover so they are no longer corporate and boxy items saved for the city set. Firstly, the hemline is a little longer, so that they are more flattering than those styles that fall on the knee. Then they are no longer just black, navy or pinstripe grey: The new wave of pencil skirts come in more adventurous prints and striking colours. Then when it comes to fit, many designers like Victoria Beckham and Off-White have loosened up the form by adding in slits, buttons and using flowing, softer fabrics. No longer just for work, when paired with a white T-shirt and sandals, these make a perfect breezy Sunday brunch look too. Next up, keep scrolling to see how designers are re-working the pencil skirt and then shop the trend.