Every woman's wardrobe must have leather items: handbags, shoes, gloves, boots and, possibly, a jacket or coat. However, not every woman decides to buy leather items as everyday clothes like skirts or trousers: the specificity of this material and the seeming paucity of color schemes and style options are intimidating.
Today, all these prejudices can be pushed into the past: in fashion shows there are many models, both individual and in combination with other materials, with perforation, embroidery, zippers and buckles. And the color range is so wide that it warms the hearts of even the most capricious fashionistas.
Leather clothing: rules for creating an image
Leather trousers, skirts and jackets are surprisingly versatile and can be combined with almost any clothing:
- shirts in white, black and cream colors;
- tops, turtlenecks, long sleeves;
- knitted sweaters;
- blouses and tops made of light fabrics and lace.
But, like any clothing, leather items require compliance with certain rules in order for the created image to be harmonious. Below we will try to figure out where, when and with what to wear leather skirts.
We combine clothes
Every modern woman should have a leather skirt in her wardrobe. Their colors and models (mini, midi, maxi, flared, pleated, godet...) allow you to choose your lady of almost any age and build. With this item of clothing you can create interesting stylish looks for any occasion.
With a pencil skirt
Suitable for any figure, a leather pencil skirt paired with blouses made of lightweight fabric in classic colors of white, black or beige will create a strict and elegant look for the office.
In addition to classic black and brown, today there are models on sale in green, beige, powder pink, burgundy, blue and even red and yellow shades. By complementing this outfit with matching heeled pumps, you will surely attract dozens of admiring male glances.
To meet with friends or go shopping, you can wear a set with a T-shirt, plain or with a not too bright print. Classic shoes or lace-up ankle boots will complete the look.
You can create a set with sweaters tucked fully or partially under the belt, and tight-fitting tops. In cool weather, the ensemble will be completed with a stylish jacket, denim jacket or biker jacket.
Important! For large girls, stylists recommend choosing a model without a belt with a fit on the hips.
With a flared skirt
The flared model is no less popular among fashionistas. It emphasizes the waist, and the length can vary from mini to maxi. And plump girls don’t have to deny themselves fashionable clothes - this model fits perfectly on any figure. The compatibility is also universal:
- with tops (if your figure allows, you can wear a cropped top);
- classic shirts and blouses:
- turtlenecks;
- knitted sweaters.
Choose your length and color, add shoes or ankle boots with heels and boldly go out - success is guaranteed.
With mini
Leather mini is an option for the young and brave. It is combined with the same items of clothing as the previous models, but here you can show a little more freedom: fashionable prints such as polka dots, stripes or small flowers are acceptable.
The look can be complemented with shoes, sandals or ankle boots with heels, just not very high, you can also wear patent leather loafers.
Important! In order not to look vulgar, the top should be as closed as possible.
With a long leather skirt
A long leather skirt is the trend of the season. This applies not only to flared ones, but also to pleated, pleated, and wraparound models.
The folds can be either wide or narrow, but the most interesting thing is that such skirts come not only with a belt, but also with an elastic band. A very convenient find from fashion designers: even after a heavy dinner you will feel completely at ease in such clothes.
A long pleated skirt made of leather looks surprisingly romantic.
A unique solution for such material is a model with a smell. As a rule, such models are not made entirely of leather, but with the addition of textile inserts. Decorative details often include zippers or buckles.
They can be combined with the same clothes as other models, and the same heels will complete the look.
With an a-line skirt
Very laconic and stylish.Allows any variations with shirts, blouses, sweaters and turtlenecks. But some liberties are possible with shoes.
If a long a-line still requires a traditional approach, then, for example, over the knee boots, especially suede ones, go well with a short a-line skirt, and if you complement the ensemble with a denim jacket or biker jacket, you’ll get a stylish look.
With unusual models
Fashion designers have always been able to surprise, and leather skirts, with their laconicism hidden in the material itself, literally provoke designers to new fashionable “tricks”. These include, for example, fringe, which was traditionally considered a part of the ethnic style.
But it turns out that in such clothes it is quite appropriate, and the country style in this case “goes into the shadows,” leaving femininity and elegance visible. If you wear such a skirt with a classic light blouse or turtleneck and complement it with shoes or ankle boots, everyone around you will appreciate the sophisticated chic of your look.
A leather skirt with perforations looks very original, and not just beautiful. Leather is an ideal material for such an operation, as it holds its shape well and does not stretch or crumble.. Perforation in the form of lace looks especially impressive: it visually lightens the material, while adding romance to the whole image.
Relatively recently, a detail appeared on a leather skirt that could not have been imagined on it 10 years ago - this is lace. Hemlines decorated with ribbon lace, lace details as decorations on the fabric of the skirt ultimately smooth out the “roughness” of the original material, giving the image lightness and romance.
What to combine different colors of skirts with?
There are some nuances that should be taken into account when buying a skirt in classic or non-traditional colors, since the combinations of clothes that create your style can depend not only on the style, but also on the color.
Black
A black leather skirt is an essential item for any woman's basic wardrobe. In the classic version, it is combined with white, beige or black. For a unique look, try wearing a knit sweater in an unusual color, such as mustard. The combination with a vest will look bold and fresh, the main thing is that the stripes match the color of the skirt.
Brown
It may well compete with black as a base. The dark color hides figure flaws, and the color line of the top can be complemented by a blue blouse or pullover.
Important! If you want to surprise others with an unusual look, try wearing a denim shirt with a brown skirt.
Beige
Pairs well with white, black and beige tops. We also allow a top with decor or knitted clothing, which in combination with the warm color of the skirt will create a very cozy and soft look. Great for cool days. For jewelry, it is better to wear discreet gold earrings, an elegant bracelet and a chain.
Important! If a dark top is chosen for the ensemble, the shoes should be of the same tone.
Red
Like others, it can be worn with black, white, beige and additionally gray; a vest with stripes to match the color of the main part of the ensemble will look original in this look. It’s better to leave the jewelry at home, let your skirt lead the main party.
Important! In order not to look vulgar, the skirt should be made of high-quality matte leather. The slightest gloss can ruin the entire impression of the image.
Blue
An interesting color combines effectively with a monochromatic look, for example, white or black, where the entire emphasis is placed on the only bright detail - your skirt. However, no one has canceled the classic combinations: a beige blouse will soften the contrast of bright blue.
Such clothes would look interesting with a beige knitted sweater and low-heeled ankle boots made of soft suede to match the top - an excellent option for walking around the city. In this case, large jewelry in the color of the skirt is quite acceptable, which will somewhat “blur” the contrast, making the image more harmonious.
Green
Shades of green are rare for leather skirts, but the more interesting the images they create. In general, all the rules described above apply here too. You can add only a few touches:
- The emerald shade goes well with a dark blue top - very popular for brunettes;
- shoes can be matching both at the top and bottom;
- Large jewelry should be excluded: classic gold earrings or small professional jewelry to match the skirt are quite enough to go out.
Taboo for a leather skirt
There are a few taboos to keep in mind:
- do not wear a voluminous top with a leather skirt (loose-fitting blouses, shirts and sweaters are quite acceptable);
- It also does not go well with a top that is overloaded with decorative details and prints;
- the number of decorations should be kept to a minimum, and it is better to avoid large ones altogether.
Accessories that fit
Try to choose bags and clutches of small geometric shapes so that they support your image and do not draw attention to themselves.
For the same reason, refuse cheap jewelry, even if it matches the color of your suit perfectly.A skirt made of genuine leather is an expensive thing and suggests expensive things next to it. Classic gold jewelry and professional jewelry to match the main detail of the image are all you can afford.
Which shoes should you choose?
Ideal for a leather skirt with high heels on shoes, sandals or ankle boots. The mini trapeze looks great with suede boots. If your next exit from home involves a sporty style, you can choose light sneakers or even sneakers.
Top 5 stylish looks with a leather skirt
- For cool, cloudy days, girls can choose an asymmetrical pleated miniskirt and a knitted sweater, some volume of which is balanced by the length of the main part of the suit. Suede over the knee boots are perfect here. A small leather handbag and a hat will help complete the look.
- Flared midi with matching crop top. The zipper on the top emphasizes slimness and, drawing an imaginary vertical line along the figure, in an ensemble with a skirt, focuses attention on slender legs. Lace-up ankle boots add lightness to the whole look, and it is this lightness that allows for the presence of a more voluminous handbag.
- A very successful experiment of combining a leather pencil skirt with a plaid top. Try a plaid shirt instead of a T-shirt, a great solution for casual wear. Just be careful in choosing colors.
- The model suits absolutely all women, the main thing is not to miss its length. The image is presented in a classic blue and white color scheme, and to “smooth out” the contrast, a gray handbag with a metallic effect is added as an addition.
- A white loose-fitting blouse combined with a wrap skirt in an unusual powdery pink color is a stylish feminine look. Open sandals to match the top add lightness.An interesting detail is a rectangular beige fur handbag.