Seen all over the streets of every major city, the denim maxi skirt trend is taking over the fashion world, and not in a Little House on the Prairie kind of way. After the micro mini skirts of 2022, it is no surprise that hemlines are starting to hit the floor. Countless celebrities and influencers have been spotted sporting this unique and seemingly hard-to-wear trend. But with endless possibilities for how to style this piece, a denim maxi skirt is a must-have in everyone’s closet.
Not only is a denim maxi skirt the perfect summer staple, but it can be seamlessly transitioned into fall and winter when the time rolls around. Whether you’re going to the grocery store, on a coffee date, to a business meeting, or getting cocktails with friends, a denim maxi is a great staple to throw on and become a fashion icon. However, if you still don’t believe me, let the influencers speak for themselves. Here are seven ways to style the denim maxi skirt.
- Denim Maxi Skirt With A Blazer
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Pull out your summer blazers and channel professional energy by pairing your denim maxi with a blazer and a slick-back bun, as seen on Danielle Carolan. Blazers are the easiest way to immediately look put together. Adding one to any outfit, especially denim, elevates it instantaneously. The lighter neutral color pairs well with light-wash denim on a summer day, so if you want to look sleek and chic, try the Slit Denim Skirt from Mango ($70), the Oversized Twill Blazer from NA-KD ($110), the John Galt White Zelly Short Sleeve Top from PacSun ($16), and the Impo Namora Boot from DSW ($70).
- Denim Maxi Skirt With Ruffles
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Wearing such a straight-cut piece on the bottom allows for freedom on top. Try pairing your denim maxi with your favorite blouse or puff-sleeve shirt, like influencer Ellie Robinson. The loose silhouette of the shirt helps break up the material, and add to the youthful and on-trend image. (Not to mention it helps with the summer heat.) To style a similar look, try the Back Split Denim Midi Skirt from Urban Revivo ($50), the Puff Sleeve Tie-Front Cotton-Blend Top from Frame ($119), the Liani Ruffle Socks from Princess Polly ($15), and the Lawrence Loafer from Steve Madden ($100).
- Denim Maxi Skirt With A Monochrome Top
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Try going monochromatic like Alex Davidson with a black or white denim maxi skirt paired with an oversized tee. This look is comfortable and relaxed, yet comes off as effortlessly put-together. When wearing matching pieces, have fun with some gold jewelry or a fun bag to break up the color. To recreate this monochromatic outfit, try the Denim Maxi Skirt from Dynamite ($60), the Oversized Vintage Slub-Knit Tunic T-Shirt from Old Navy ($23), and the Quilted Heeled Leather Sandals from Mango ($130).
- Denim Maxi Skirt With A STAPLE Top
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Maggie Macdonald effortlessly styled the denim maxi skirt with this outfit. This look is perfect for running errands, stopping by the farmer’s market, or a post-pool day dinner. With such a staple piece on the bottom, having a simple top — most likely already in your closet — is a perfect pairing. To recreate Miss Maggie’s chic look, try the Come As You Are Denim Maxi from Free People ($118), the Fitted Ribbed Tank from Banana Republic ($30), and the Hadyn Raffia Sandal from Steve Madden ($80).
- Denim Maxi SKirt With A Bikini
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Looking for the perfect summer use for your denim maxi? Look no further. Pair your skirt with a swimsuit, as seen on Alex Lovsin in Paige Lorenze’s Instagram post. Add a cowboy hat, and this look screams Coastal Cowgirl, a trending aesthetic I’ve been loving. So, if you’re looking to try this fashion-forward coverup guaranteed to turn heads, try the McGuane Denim Midi Skirt from Princess Polly ($60), the Vinca Indigo Bikini Set from Triangl ($99), the Colton Sweater Tank from Reformation ($88), and the Western Cowgirl Hat from Amazon ($42).
- Denim Maxi Skirt With A Corset
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For a more feminine way of styling a denim maxi skirt, pull out your favorite corset or tube top, like Danielle Bernstein of WeWoreWhat. Here, she sports a flowy skirt, which further adds to the feminine feel of the outfit. With the fitted top and exposed shoulders, the excess material on the bottom is the perfect contrast. To recreate this look, try the Off Shoulder Colorblock Trim Tie Front Jacquard Corset Top from Solado ($24), the Denim Solid Raw Hem Mermaid Maxi Skirt from Cider ($28), and the Blake Bootie from Schutz ($180).
- Denim Maxi Skirt With A Knee-Length Top
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While Olivia Marcus is wearing a wide-leg denim pant, I couldn’t NOT include her look in this roundup. This knee-length, lightweight button-down is the perfect summer staple for wandering around town, lounging around the house, heading to the pool or the beach, or grabbing a fun cocktail. Its versatility allows for it to be styled in a multitude of ways. I recommend trying the Hilla Skirt from Agolde ($208) with the Fei 100% Linen Fitted Button Front Midi Dress from Grae Cove ($65) and the Multi-Stone Earrings from Petit Moments ($25).