How to Wear a Floral Skirt

Floral skirts are a great fashion staple to have in your wardrobe for both casual and professional looks. Putting together a nice outfit with your floral skirt can be done using items you likely already have in your closet, like solid-colored tees, sweaters, or even graphic T-shirts. When in doubt, opt for a neutral-colored top to wear with your floral skirt to make your outfit look great.

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Creating a Casual Look

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    Tuck a matching tank top into your skirt for a summer outfit. Choose a tank top that goes with the colors of your floral skirt for a quick and easy outfit. Tuck your tank top into your floral skirt so your waist is defined and finish the outfit with a pair of stylish tennis shoes or sandals. If the weather is warm, choose a floral skirt that's made out of a light material to help keep you cool.[1]
    • For example, wear a floral maxi skirt with a black tank top and black sandals.
    • A-line, circle, and high-waisted floral skirts look great with tank tops.
    • Add a light jacket or sweater on over your tank top to wear in the evening when it gets cooler.
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    Pair a high-waisted floral skirt with a cropped shirt for a stylish look. Pick out a solid-colored cropped tee or cardigan that matches one of the colors of the florals. Put on a high-waisted skirt to go along with your top, and finish off the outfit with a pair of flats or fun sandals.[2]
    • For example, you might pair a high-waisted skirt with roses all over it with a white cropped cardigan, rose-colored flats, and a purse.
    • High-waisted skirts look great on people with apple body types.
    • Your high-waisted skirt can be long or short, depending on how warm it is outside.
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    Pick out a neutral-colored top that matches the florals for a simple outfit.[3] Choose a tee, sweater, or any other fitted top that's in a neutral shade like black, white, or gray. Pair your top with a floral skirt that's right for your body type. This is an easy outfit to add layers to, like a jacket or sweater, if the weather turns chillier.[4]
    • Wear a yellow, orange, and pink floral skirt with a white tee.
    • If your floral skirt has lots of colors in it like white, blue, purple, gray, or orange, you might choose to wear a gray sweater with it.
    • Pencil skirts are great for curvy figures while miniskirts look good on petite figures.
    • Choose a circle or wrap skirt for an elegant look.
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    Wear a graphic tee and a jean jacket with your floral skirt for a fun look. Choose a graphic tee with a neutral-colored background to go with your florals. Add a jean jacket over the shirt and finish the fun look with a pair of stylish and comfy sneakers. Tuck your graphic tee in to emphasize your skirt and waist, if you’d like.[5]
    • You might wear a white graphic tee tucked into a black, white, and yellow floral skirt with a jean jacket over top.
    • This outfit works well with short- or midi-length skirts like mini skirts, pencil skirts, or wrap skirts.
    • Put on sandals to wear with this outfit in warm weather, or opt for boots or sneakers in colder weather.
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    Style a floral skirt with a chambray shirt for a put-together look. Pick out a short- or long-sleeve chambray shirt to wear with your skirt. Choose a straight, circle, or pencil skirt to wear with the chambray for the best look. Leave your chambray shirt untucked to cover any unwanted curves, or tuck your shirt in to define your waist.[6]
    • Chambray is a material that looks similar to denim but is more lightweight.
    • You might wear a floral pencil skirt with a chambray shirt and flats.
    • Add a pair of tights or leggings on under your floral skirt to wear this outfit in cooler weather.
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    Tuck a thin, loose sweater into your skirt for a comfy fall outfit. Pick out a solid-colored sweater in a thin material that matches one of the colors in your floral skirt. Tuck your sweater into your skirt to help define your waist, or opt to only tuck in the front so the loose sweater doesn't look baggy. When the weather turns cooler, floral skirts in more muted tones like black, white, and green look best.[7]
    • For instance, wear a light purple sweater tucked into a light purple, white, blue, and green floral skirt.
    • If you're wearing a sweater that is fitted, you don't have to tuck it into your skirt.
    • It's best to wear thin sweaters instead of thicker ones so they aren't too bulky to tuck in.
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    Create a statement outfit with a leather jacket and a mini floral skirt. Pick out a leather jacket in a color like black, beige, or blush. Wear a solid-colored shirt in the same shade as the jacket for a cohesive look, or opt for a shirt color that matches a shade in your skirt. The floral mini skirt and leather jacket create a cute, edgy look.[8]
    • Wear a pair of boots or heels with your outfit, if you’d like.
    • Add a pair of tights or leggings on under a more neutral-colored floral skirt to turn the look into a fall outfit.
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    Add accessories that bring out the colors in your floral skirt. You might wear a light scarf if the weather is chilly or opt for a sun hat that matches your outfit in warmer weather. Pick an accessory that goes with the season and ties into the colors of your floral skirt well to make your outfit stand out.[9]
    • You might wear a pendant necklace with your floral skirt or a pair of sunglasses.
    • Choose a solid-colored scarf, hat, or purse to go with the florals in your skirt.
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    Match your shoes to one of the colors in your skirt for a cohesive look. Choose nice sneakers to go with shorter skirts, a pair of flats to go with an A-line skirt, or a pair of boots to go under a flowy skirt. Whichever shoes you decide to wear, pick out ones that match your skirt and coincide with the season for the best outfit.[10]
    • Wear brown boots for a fall look.
    • Opt for sandals or flats for a great spring or summer look.
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Dressing up Your Floral Skirt

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    Pair a nice blouse with your skirt for a classy outfit. Choose a neutral-colored blouse to make your skirt stand out, or opt for a bold-colored blouse that matches your skirt. If the blouse is long, tuck it into your skirt to define your waistline. Wear a pair of heels or flats with the outfit, too.[11]
    • For instance, put on a white blouse with a floral skirt and nude heels.
    • A-line, high-waisted, pencil, and straight skirts all look great with blouses.
    • Add a necklace or earrings to your outfit or carry a purse in a color that matches the florals in your skirt.
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    Put on a button-down shirt to wear with a floral pencil skirt. This is a great outfit for both warm days and chillier ones, depending on how many layers you add. Pick out a colorful floral skirt and a white button-down shirt for warm weather, or opt for a more subdued floral skirt with a sweater layered over your button-down. Wear heels, flats, or knee-high boots to complete your look.[12]
    • For instance, you might wear a gray button-down shirt, a gray, blue, and black floral skirt, a black sweater, and tights.
    • Tuck your shirt in for a more refined look, or leave it untucked if your button-down is fitted.
    • Pick out a short-sleeve button-down for warmer weather, or roll the sleeves of a long-sleeve button-down shirt up.
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    Wear a blazer with your floral skirt for a professional look. Pick out a fitted shirt in a solid color to wear under your blazer. Blazers in pastel colors that match your skirt look great, or you can opt for a neutral-colored blazer like gray, white, or black. If you're wearing this outfit to work, it's best to choose floral skirts that have a more muted or neutral-colored pattern so they're not too bold. Wear heels and carry a purse in a color that matches the florals to finish off the look.[13]
    • You might wear a black fitted bodysuit with a pastel green blazer and a floral skirt in pastel green, yellow, blush, and black.
    • Pick out a straight floral skirt if you have an hourglass figure or a pleated skirt if you'd like to create a slimming effect.
    • Choose a skirt length that at least reaches your knees for a more professional look.
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    Turn a maxi floral skirt into a dress by wearing it higher up on your body. Choose a floral maxi skirt you'd like to wear and pull it up over your chest so it looks like a strapless dress. Cinch your waist with a belt that matches the florals and pick out a pair of shoes like heels, flats, or sandals.[14]
    • Layer a fitted shirt under your maxi dress, if you'd like.
    • Maxi floral skirts with an elastic waist work best for this look.
    • Add a jean jacket or sweater over this look when the weather gets chillier.
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    Choose an oversized bag for a fun statement accessory. Pick out a purse that matches the colors in your skirt or shirt to go with your outfit. This might be an oversized handbag, a cross-body bag, or even a work briefcase.[15]
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    Pick out a couple pieces of jewelry to elevate your look. You might wear a pair of pearl earrings, a favorite necklace, or a bracelet that matches the floral colors in your skirt. Adding a couple nice pieces of jewelry to your look will make your outfit look dressier.[16]
    • For example, wear a long necklace over a solid-colored blouse with your floral skirt.
    • Put on several bracelets that are similar colors for a layered jewelry look.
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    Wear heels or nice boots with your skirt to complete your outfit. Heels, boots, and other nice pairs of shoes are great for dressing up your outfit. Pick out a pair of open-toe heels to wear with a pencil floral skirt or a pair of leather boots to wear with a flowy short skirt.[17]
    • If the weather gets chillier, layer tights on under your shoes.
    • A pair of classy flats can make your outfit look styled and put-together too.
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    Add layers like jackets and leggings to transform a floral skirt into a fall outfit.[18] When the weather gets colder, add black tights under your skirt or a pair of solid-colored leggings. You can also add layers over your top, picking out items like sweaters, jackets, or blazers. Remember to stick with florals in fall colors like forest green, black, mustard, or navy blue instead of summery colors.
    • Wear shoes that reflect the season too, such as boots, closed-toe heels, or neutral-colored flats.
    • You might even add a solid-colored scarf or hat to your outfit.
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Expert Q&A

  • Question
    What accessories should I wear with floral skirts?
    Susan Kim
    Susan Kim
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    Susan Kim is the owner of Sum+Style Co., a Seattle-based personal styling company focused on innovative and approachable fashion. She has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry, and received her AA from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
    Susan Kim
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    Expert Answer
    Choose a solid-colored bag to avoid clashing with the floral pattern in your skirt.
  • Question
    How can I dress down a skirt?
    Susan Kim
    Susan Kim
    Professional Stylist
    Susan Kim is the owner of Sum+Style Co., a Seattle-based personal styling company focused on innovative and approachable fashion. She has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry, and received her AA from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
    Susan Kim
    Susan Kim
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    Expert Answer
    Try adding a belt below your waist or throwing on some accessories. Accessorizing really allows you to dress down a dress or skirt. Fanny packs are also a great option these days.
  • Question
    How can you wear a skirt during winter?
    Susan Kim
    Susan Kim
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    Susan Kim is the owner of Sum+Style Co., a Seattle-based personal styling company focused on innovative and approachable fashion. She has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry, and received her AA from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
    Susan Kim
    Susan Kim
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    Expert Answer
    I would recommend layering and mixing the skirt with other fabrics and textures. Unexpected layering with different fabrics is really interesting. For example, lace and corduroy look great paired together.
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