It's officially the season when we bring out our hefty warm denims out of the closet and style them 'winter appropriate' for a field day in fashion. While jeans are an obvious choice for the majority of us (read: match with anything), there are times when I want to dress up and make the most of the winter months, but a simple pair of denim jeans simply won't do, and my next basic favourite, yet wearable piece of bottom wear is a denim skirt! Denim is back in vogue, and it's huge. If you are on the same page with me and want to give those 'throw on a pair of jeans with any top' days a break this winter season, then check out these chic denim skirt outfit ideas below for some inspiration:
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Denim On Denim
The classic that never gets old. There's nothing more elevated than a simple denim-on-denim co-ord look if done correctly. Grab your favourite mini denim skirt from your closet and pair it with a slightly oversized denim jacket or a fitted denim shirt (or simply buy the set we found) in similar washes of denim, even though choosing different shades might tempt you, it doesn't look as flattering so do make a note of that.
This fit is perfect for a casual outing with friends or even a semi-formal dinner depending on the footwear, boots would make for the perfect choice if you want to keep the overall look slightly casual, or opt for a pair of vinyl heels to dress it up for the evenings. A matching denim crossbody or sling bag would be the cutest finishing touch for the look! For colder months, you can always wear a turtle neck and throw on an oversized trench on top.
Suit It Up
This section's dedicated to the typical New Yorker look with an oversized blazer and a cute denim skirt. Tell me this combination doesn't speak fluent fashion to you? This one's the perfect uniform for corporate girls in their 'girl boss era' who want to dress the part yet be comfortable all day long. All you have to do is grab your trusty white T-shirt and team it with a denim skirt (mini or midi) and an oversized blazer you already have in your wardrobe. While a solid coloured one would be a versatile choice, I would suggest having some fun with prints to keep it interesting.
Team this look with a pair of ballet flats if you want to bank on the soft feminine look, or a pair of clean white sneakers with a cute shoulder bag to carry all your essentials in style.
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Sweater Weather
Aren't sweaters just the best wardrobe staples for the colder months? They look polished, elegant, and keep you warm throughout the day — perfect for the transitional months. Simply wear your favourite sweater with a well-fitted short denim skirt and a pair of laced-up boots.
My picks are a sleek high-neck sweater in black (a classic you can never go wrong with) and a denim skirt with a slit to give the look some oomph along with black heeled lace-up boots for the perfect on-the-go fall look.
Corset Fever
Corsets don't seem to be going out of fashion anytime soon and so aren't the denim corsets. With luxurious fashion brands like Mugler and fast fashion brands like Zara minting on this trend for the past two years or so, it has become a fashion moment so why not pair them with a matching denim skirt and stockings and call it a day?
You can look for a sleeved denim corset or simply wear your sleeveless one over a white shirt (like in the picture) to protect your arms from the cold and also make it look more dressy. A denim pencil skirt would be ideal for this look for a brunch with the girls or get a maxi denim skirt in case you want a slightly more formal look. As far as styling is concerned, a pair of high heels should be enough to spruce up this look. We found these limited edition denim ones from Revolve's collab with Jenifer Lopez that are currently on sale on Nykaa Fashion so grab them soon if you want!
Y2K Dreams
Inspired by Gen-Zs who favour the low-waist skirts, this style is a little more blingy and experimental. Grab a low-waist denim skirt (yes, low waist is making a comeback unfortunately) and a bling top for the perfect casual but not so casual night out look.
Pro-tip: Check out our curation of Y2K outfits to channel peak Carrie Bradshaw energy here.
Stellar Leather
You pair two winter icons together, leather and denim and you get an outfit that does justice to anybody's winter dressing dreams. For an edgy casual look, wear your favourite mini denim skirt with a solid black tank top and your black leather jacket —three wardrobe staples you are bound to have in your closet.
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Classic Route
Nothing beats the sophistication of the denim with white pairing. And for a clean yet chic look, all you need is your crisp white button-down and our best friend here, a denim skirt. This look is so versatile and speaks fluent Parisian fashion with its understated yet glamorous vibe.