25 Best Women’s Skirts for Summer — Best Summer Skirts of 2023
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Day-to-Night
Scanlan Theodore Double Cotton Mini Skirt
Day-to-Night
Scanlan Theodore Double Cotton Mini Skirt
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
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
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
Va-Va-Voom
Floerns 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
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
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
Size Inclusive
Madewell Plus Wrap Mini Skirt
Size Inclusive
Madewell Plus Wrap Mini Skirt
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
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
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
On-Trend
NA-KD 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
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
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
Two-in-One
Free People x REVOLVE 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
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
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
Pop of Color
Zara 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
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
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
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 Trimmed
Danielle Guizio Feather Trim Mini Skirt
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 is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com. Her passions include spicy foods, sustainability, and the Y2K remake of Charlie’s Angels. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
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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