The Find: 11 exceptionally pretty knee-grazing skirts for spring
The Find: 11 exceptionally pretty knee-grazing skirts for spring
By Jean Grant | May 23, 2014
By Jean Grant | 05/23/2014
The midi skirt may be the best thing to come out of this season’s ladylike trend . Our favourite mid-length looks feature paint splashes, mesh overlays and playful animal prints. Styling is all about contrast: pairing a paisley-print skirt with sporty sneakers, for example, or layering a chunky sweater over a lacy hem. Of course, a longer hemline also looks sophisticated with dainty heels and a matching crop top—but, to avoid looking like a Stepford Wife, we’d recommend steering clear of any type of cardigan (and probably pearl earrings, too).
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275217 The abstract print on this full, high-waisted skirt from LA-based label <b>Clover Canyon</b> is very on-trend. Complete the look with a matching crop top. $280, <a href="http://www.eluxe.ca/en/painted-metal-dress.html" target="_blank">eluxe.com</a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/130-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/130.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/130.jpg 416 620 {"aperture":13,"camera":"Canon EOS 5D Mark II","created_timestamp":1386774534,"focal_length":"85","iso":"200","shutter_speed":"0.00625"} https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/130-2/ 130-2 0 0
275218 The pastel-pink hue, waffled texture and thick pleats make this <b>Dorothy Perkins</b> midi about as prim and proper as it gets. Pair it with a grey sweatshirt for a tomboyish contrast. $42, available at The Bay, <a href="http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/womens-apparel/womens-skirts-midi/pink-waffle-midi-skirt-0007-79239314--24" target="_blank">thebay.com</a> <br />
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275219 This shimmery skirt from <b>J. Crew Collection</b> is made from French lace and finished with grosgrain ribbon. USD $966,<a href="https://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/skirts/PRDOVR~A6469/A6469.jsp" target="_blank"> jcrew.com</a><br />
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275220 <b>Pink Tartan</b> is queen of the modern midi skirt. Of all <b>Kim Newport Mimran’s</b> mid-length designs for spring, we like this muted pink-and-gray floral number the best. $295, <a href="http://pinktartan.com/ca/skirts/floral-midi-skirt-in-pink-and-grey-and-white.html" target="_blank">pinktartan.com</a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Pink-Tartan-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Pink-Tartan.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Pink-Tartan.jpg 416 656 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/pink-tartan-2/ pink-tartan-2 0 0
275221 <b>Oak and Fort</b>'s mesh-weave midi adds some edge to the feminine silhouette. $64, <a href="http://newstore.oakandfort.com/women/skirts/skirt-b17.html" target="_blank">oakandfort.com </a><br />
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275222 <b>Jennifer Torosian</b> is an upstart Toronto label that specializes in sleek women’s workwear. This pastel-hued jacquard skirt is playful enough to complement a weekend look, too. We’d even pair it with white Converse. $399, <a href="http://www.jennifertorosian.com/products/ss14-look-8" target="_blank">jennifertorosian.com</a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Jennifer-Torosian-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Jennifer-Torosian.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Jennifer-Torosian.jpg 416 656 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/jennifer-torosian/ jennifer-torosian 0 0
275223 This eye-catching skirt from Toronto label <b>Dagg and Stacey</b> is decorated with a landscape print by Scottish artist <b>Charles Rennie Macintosh.</b> $140, <a href="http://www.shopdaggandstacey.com/clothing/Dagg-and-Stacey/Lark-Skirt.html" target="_blank">daggandstacey.com</a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dagg-+-stacey-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dagg-+-stacey.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dagg-+-stacey.jpg 416 656 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/dagg-stacey/ dagg-stacey 0 0
275224 This wine-hued skirt from Canadian label <b>Betina Lou</b> is made from soft cotton twill. Play up the retro flair with polka dots or a straw hat. $140, available at Victoire Boutique, <a href="http://victoireboutique.com/collections/bottoms/products/betina-lou-nina-skirt-toronto" target="_blank">victoireboutique.com </a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Betina-Lou-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Betina-Lou.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Betina-Lou.jpg 416 656 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/betina-lou/ betina-lou 0 0
275225 This tea-length flute skirt from <b>Babaton</b>, made from Japanese satin-back crepe, is a sophisticated way to achieve this season's white-on-white look. $115, available at Aritzia, <a href="http://aritzia.com/en/reilly-skirt/51807.html?dwvar_51807_color=3030#start=4" target="_blank">aritzia.com</a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Babaton-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Babaton.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Babaton.jpg 416 656 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/babaton/ babaton 0 0
275226 American import <b>Ann Taylor</b> makes this flowing, poppy-printed skirt. Pair with a plain white tee and strappy sandals. $136, <a href="http://www.anntaylor.com/poppy-print-tea-length-skirt/331615?colorExplode=false&skuId=16193321&catid=cata000016&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=1878" target="_blank">anntaylor.com </a> The Find: Midi Skirts https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Anne-Taylor-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Anne-Taylor.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Anne-Taylor.jpg 416 657 [] https://torontolife.com/shopping/the-find-midi-skirts/slide/anne-taylor/ anne-taylor 0 0
275227 The flamingo print on this <b>Alice and Olivia </b>skirt is a surefire conversation-starter. $337, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/hale-flamingo-puff-skirt-alice/vp/v=1/1527998176.htm?folderID=2534374302024619&fm=other-shopbysize&colorId=63187" target="_blank">shopbop.com</a><br />
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finially! skirts that arent 6 “above the knee