I have to admit, when someone says "denim skirt," I immediately think of my go-to outfit in middle school: a J Brand mini with a Juicy Couture terry cloth zip-up and those Sugar Floatie flip-flops (OMG, yes!). I don't think this will ever change. But I am willing to adopt new ideas as the years roll on and invest in new silhouettes when it's appropriate.
Like right now, for example, when there's a clear return of the maxi skirt on the runways [1] and also a hint of nostalgia at play. Women are wearing tube tops with tie-dye jean skirts and '90s minimalist sandals [2] for a night out at the bar [3]. Then there are fashion houses that like to disrupt trends — R13, Ksenia Schnaider, Re/Done, and Unravel Project, to name a few — and these brands bring a whole new level of experimentation to your classic denim skirt, along with some extra material.
The good news is, there are so many different styles that still pass as cool. Whether you always sprinkle in a little bohemian flavour or you're all about the edge, you can find inspiration ahead. And, once you're done scoping out these 2019 looks, feel free to shop our favourite selects, which run the gamut from long and distressed to neon and surf-inspired.
Style a Designer Pencil Skirt With a Hoodie and Pumps
Go For a Flowy Look With an Oversize Denim Jacket and Combat Boots
Style a Slitted Skirt With Knee-High Boots, a Graphic Tee, and a Blazer
Wear One With a Very 2000s Ruched Crop Top
Shop Our Favourite Denim Skirts
Zara Denim Midi Skirt [5] ($40)
Hudson Sloane Skirt
Hudson Sloane Skirt [6] ($225)
H&M Knee-length Denim Skirt
H&M Knee-length Denim Skirt [7] ($50)
ASOS DESIGN Curve denim midi skirt with poppers in midwash blue
ASOS DESIGN Curve denim midi skirt with poppers in midwash blue [8] ($36, originally $51)
Topshop Tall Clip Belt Denim Skirt
Topshop Tall Clip Belt Denim Skirt [9] ($65)
AMIRI Fold-over distressed denim mini skirt
AMIRI - Fold-over distressed denim mini skirt [10] ($550)
Mango Leopard denim miniskirt
Mango Leopard denim miniskirt [11] ($50)
pull&bear Long denim skirt
pull&bear Long denim skirt [12] ($40)
Zara Premium Tie-Dye Skirt
Zara Premium Tie-Dye Skirt [13] ($50)
ba&sh Skirt Honoura Light Blue
ba&sh Skirt Honoura Light Blue [14] ($116, originally $165)
MSGM Floral Denim Skirt
MSGM Floral Denim Skirt [15] ($525)
& Other Stories Safari Print Denim Mini Skirt
& Other Stories Safari Print Denim Mini Skirt [16] ($69)
PAIGE Aideen Skirt
PAIGE Aideen Skirt [17] ($169)
Topshop Denim Buckle Wrap Skirt
Topshop Denim Buckle Wrap Skirt [18] ($60)
Reformation Eva Skirt
Reformation Eva Skirt [19] ($128)
Unravel Project Asymmetric distressed denim and pleated crepe de chine skirt
Unravel Project - Asymmetric distressed denim and pleated crepe de chine skirt [20] ($990)