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25 Summer Skirts That Are Worth Shaving Your Legs For

Or not and wearing them anyway.

By Meg Donohue and Justine Carreon
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Courtesy of Scanlan Theodore, Jacquemus, NA-KD, and Levi’s

As temperatures rise, so do hemlines. Summer 2023 trends are hot, hot, hot—and we couldn’t be more ready to ditch our fleece-lined leggings and work pants for breezy, summery silhouettes. The number one style we’re excited to rock? Skirts, hands-down. Ahead, we found chic (and affordable) alternatives to Miu Miu’s infamous style, as well as airy maxis, classic denim numbers, and sultry knits.

  • Double Cotton Mini Skirt

    Day-to-Night

    Scanlan Theodore Double Cotton Mini Skirt

    $400 at us.scanlantheodore.com
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  • Pleated Micro Mini Skort

    Trendy Dupe

    Free People Pleated Micro Mini Skort

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  • Bea Skirt
  • High Waisted Ruched Split Thigh Bodycon Midi Skirt

    Va-Va-Voom

    Floerns High Waisted Ruched Split Thigh Bodycon Midi Skirt

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  • Icon Skirt

    Summertime Must-Have

    Levi’s Icon Skirt

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Shop our edit of 25 perfect skirts for summer, ahead.

Day-to-Night

Scanlan Theodore Double Cotton Mini Skirt

Double Cotton Mini Skirt
Day-to-Night

Scanlan Theodore Double Cotton Mini Skirt

$400 at us.scanlantheodore.com

If Miu Miu’s viral micro mini isn’t for you (or your budget), this spin-off is perfect for dressing up or down.

Sizes: 2-8

Colors: Khaki

Material: Cotton

Trendy Dupe

Free People Pleated Micro Mini Skort

Pleated Micro Mini Skort
Trendy Dupe

Free People Pleated Micro Mini Skort

Alternatively, if you loved Miu Miu’s mini and don’t want to break the bank, try this under-$80 option instead.

Customer review: “Lots of fun and totally sexy. The skirt sits low on the hips and is SHORT… LOVE. The shorts are really comfortable and confidence-boosting.”

Sizes: 0-14

Colors: 6 options

Material: Cotton

Flirty Femme

Reformation Bea Skirt

Bea Skirt
Flirty Femme

Reformation Bea Skirt

This midi skirt can be dressed up with heels for garden weddings and dressed down with sneakers for errands.

Sizes: 0-12

Colors: 7 options

Material: Viscose, rayon

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Va-Va-Voom

Floerns High Waisted Ruched Split Thigh Bodycon Midi Skirt

High Waisted Ruched Split Thigh Bodycon Midi Skirt
Va-Va-Voom

Floerns High Waisted Ruched Split Thigh Bodycon Midi Skirt

As summer continues, you’ll want to own this skirt in every color.

Customer review: “Used this dress for my birthday in Miami. The fit was great material was nice and stretchy. I’m 5’6”, weigh about 220 and for a Large. I like my things fitted. I will definitely buy again in more colors.”

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: 10 options

Material: Polyester, spandex

Summertime Must-Have

Levi’s Icon Skirt

Icon Skirt
Summertime Must-Have

Levi’s Icon Skirt

A classic denim mini is always a good idea.

Sizes: 23-34

Colors: Light or medium wash

Material: Cotton, twill

Editor Approved

LYR by Splendid Loopknit Maxi Skirt

Loopknit Maxi Skirt
Editor Approved

LYR by Splendid Loopknit Maxi Skirt

Rethink knits for summer! Opt for lightweight styles, like this one with a thigh-high slit, for a breathable yet chic look.

Customer review: “I had no idea this skirt had cashmere in it but it really is so soft! I’ve been looking for a lightweight, versatile white maxi for YEARS now and am so happy with this one.”

Sizes: XXS-XL

Colors: Black or cream

Material: Viscose, nylon, polyester, cashmere

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Size Inclusive

Madewell Plus Wrap Mini Skirt

Best Seller
Plus Wrap Mini Skirt
Size Inclusive

Madewell Plus Wrap Mini Skirt

Now 33% Off

Wrap skirts are always a good purchase. They’re naturally flattering and comfortable. Plus, they look fancier than they feel.

Sizes: 0–16; 14W–22W

Colors: Black multi

Material: Viscose, sustainable rayon

Unbeatable Bargain

Verdusa High Waist Satin A Line Flared Midi Skirt

High Waist Satin A Line Flared Midi Skirt
Unbeatable Bargain

Verdusa High Waist Satin A Line Flared Midi Skirt

There are a variety of colors available in this simple slip skirt, but you’ll get miles out of this neutral champagne color.

Customer review: “Glad I went for it because this skirt is so flattering and the color is so pretty, got tons of compliments. The cut is really nice and hangs perfectly.”

Sizes: XS–XXL

Colors: 23 options

Material: Polyester

Adorable Activewear

Alo Yoga Airlift Timeless Mini Skirt

Airlift Timeless Mini Skirt
Adorable Activewear

Alo Yoga Airlift Timeless Mini Skirt

For an athletic style that isn’t a pleated mini, Alo Yoga’s tennis skirt might be for you.

Customer review: “Absolutely love. I wasn’t expecting this skirt to fit so smoothly, it literally fit like a glove, and once on me, I absolutely love the style of it. The fit + the color, I can't wait for warmer weather.”

Sizes: XXS–L

Colors: Black or periwinkle

Material: N/A

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On-Trend

NA-KD Crochet Knitted Maxi Skirt

Crochet Knitted Maxi Skirt
On-Trend

NA-KD Crochet Knitted Maxi Skirt

Live out your wanderlust dreams with this bohemian style.

Sizes: XXS-XXL

Colors: Tangerine

Material: Acrylic, cotton

Great Deal

Tna Ruched Bodycon Mini Skirt

Ruched Bodycon Mini Skirt
Great Deal

Tna Ruched Bodycon Mini Skirt

Looking for a style you could wear during the day and at night? A ruched mini is it.

Customer review: “Love this skirt!!! Makes ur butt look so good...Will buy different colors of it.”

Sizes: XXS-XXL

Colors: 12 options

Material: Cotton, elastane

Amazon Favorite

Alelly Cute High Waist Ruffle Skirt

 Cute High Waist Ruffle Skirt
Amazon Favorite

Alelly Cute High Waist Ruffle Skirt

Now 19% Off

With over 9,300 raving reviews, trust that this skirt will be your new summer security blanket when it comes to dressing up.

Customer review: “Nice & breezy. Perfect for a man or woman. Long enough so the wind won’t blow it up, but short enough that won’t make you hot.”

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: 44 options

Material: Polyester

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Two-in-One

Free People x REVOLVE Silvia Convertible Maxi

Silvia Convertible Maxi
Two-in-One

Free People x REVOLVE Silvia Convertible Maxi

If the Y2K resurgence is calling you—but you don’t want to answer—try this skirt with hip strings that Manny Santos would be proud of.

Customer review: “This is a gorgeous, versatile, comfortable skirt and I get tons of compliments when I wear it!! Love love love!”

Sizes: XS-L

Colors: Red or gray marl

Material: Cotton blend

Show Some Skin

4th & Reckless Kezia Crochet Knit Skirt

 Kezia Crochet Knit Skirt
Show Some Skin

4th & Reckless Kezia Crochet Knit Skirt

If there’s one thing trending hard right now, it’s sheer clothes. Join in the sexy fun with this goldilocks-level open-knit maxi.

Sizes: 2-12

Colors: Black or white

Material: Cotton, acrylic

Investment Piece

Jacquemus Notte Logo-Plaque Cut-Out Skirt

Notte Logo-Plaque Cut-Out Skirt
Investment Piece

Jacquemus Notte Logo-Plaque Cut-Out Skirt

We’re obsessed with skirts that have this slinky attached belt feature. It carries the same sex appeal as an exposed thong, but without being as bold (or polarizing).

Sizes: XXS-XXXL

Colors: Champagne

Material: Viscose, spandex/elastane

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Pop of Color

Zara Asymmetric Skort

Asymmetric Skort
Pop of Color

Zara Asymmetric Skort

A polished mini with a built-in skort in this green apple hue is an unexpected combo that totally works.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: 6 options

Material: Polyester, viscose, elastane

Show-Stopper

Lovers & Friends Quinn Embellished Mini Skirt

Quinn Embellished Mini Skirt
Show-Stopper

Lovers & Friends Quinn Embellished Mini Skirt

Leave little to the imagination with this skirt, which also makes for a great beach club coverup.

Sizes: XXS-XL

Colors: Silver metallic

Material: Nylon blend

Very Versatile

Los Angeles Apparel Ponte A-Line Skort

Ponte A-Line Skort
Very Versatile

Los Angeles Apparel Ponte A-Line Skort

Are you falling victim to the return of Indie Sleaze? Start here.

Customer review: “I’ve had a lot of trouble finding cute A-line skirts and have even stopped looking for shorter skirts altogether in recent years. This skirt is so cute and fits perfectly, I am actually able to wear it and feel confident. If you are size 16 this skirt in XL will fit!”

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: 6 options

Material: Rayon, nylon, elastane

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Mix-and-Match

Fifi Skirt

Fifi Skirt
Mix-and-Match

Fifi Skirt

This flirty skirt was made for outdoor dining.

Size: 00-16

Colors: Multi

Material: N/A

Feather Trimmed

Danielle Guizio Feather Trim Mini Skirt

Feather Trim Mini Skirt
Feather Trimmed

Danielle Guizio Feather Trim Mini Skirt

Now 33% Off

You haven’t seen the last of the feather trim trend yet! This mini incorporates it perfectly without going over the top.

Sizes: XS-XL

Colors: Green or periwinkle

Material: N/A

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Meg Donohue
Associate Fashion Commerce Editor

Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.

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Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.   

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