Tired of wearing pencil skirts or looking for a better skirt that gives you the same structured look like a pencil skirt, but is much more flattering? In this post I am sharing the best pencil skirt alternatives that will help you update your skirt style once and for all.
Why Pencil Skirts Were Popular?
Honestly, I have never been a fan of pencil skirt, but they were a wardrobe staple for most Millennials in our 20s. Whether it was the the jersey pencil skirt for a casual or a club look. Or the structured pencil skirts for work.
I think the pencil skirt was just another option for suit pants because they made us feel feminine. But not sure how we wanted to squeeze our things and walk all day!
While that was the only alternative at that time, we can definitely do better now.
Try these skirt styles instead for a sleek and classy look that will not date you.
Best Pencil Skirt Alternatives
Here are the best styles of 2024 you can try out instead of pencil skirts.
Bias Skirt
You want the fitted silhouette of a pencil skirt but hate how you suffocate in them, the bias skirt is here for the rescue.
These skirts have the same fit style as a pencil skirt, but because these are made of either silk or satin, they are really comfortable and look fabulous.
And honestly even if you have a slight belly pooch like me, they look fantastic on you.
I love midi length bias skirt because they are flattering and you can wear both flats and heels with them.
But you can also pick maxi length bias skirts for a much more modern and elevated look.
Buttoned A Line Skirt
These are like shirts but for your bottom part of the body. They have all over button and they can either be pencil style or my favorite is the A line style.
This looks flattering and much more modern.
You can wear it casually by adding casual tops and sneakers, or you can wear them dressed up with blouses.
These skirts have the structured look like pencil skirts but they look much more elevated.
You can also find these in pencil skirt style, but honestly these once look way more stylish and more importantly comfortable.
Flounce Skirt
These skirts look so fun and chic. They are body hugging at the top and become flowy at the bottom.
You can also call them mermaid skirts. They are perfect for ladies who have an hour glass shape, because this accentuates it.
But if you are pear and straight figured these can give you more of the hour glass shape.
Plus it’s not as restrictive as the pencil skirt. These skirts give you the polished look but they look flattering and comfortable for all day wear.
Pleated Skirt
Pleated skirts are an obvious choice but for a good reason. If you are trying to update your pencil skirt for work, simply pick pleated skirts. They still look put together and professional but are much more comfortable to wear.
And if you have a heavy lunch, you won’t suffocate in them.
And simply match the color of the shirt with the blazer to create a unique suit style.
Honestly you can literally find any color of pleated skirts in the market these days.
Faux Wrap Skirt
I am emphasizing on faux wrap skirt because these are much more secure than wrap skirts. I have seen skirts getting loose and completely falling on ladies at work. And you dont want that.
Instead go for these faux wrap style of skirts that look like they are wrapped but they are regular skirts.
These skirts have more room around the waist and look flattering. But they have the same silhouette as the pencil skirt. And you can pick them in prints and solids.
Poplin Skirt
A poplin skirt is a fusion of pleated skirt and aline skirt. It has a thick waist band and slight pleats almost like trousers.
And it’s a great alternative to pencil skirts for work. They look flattering on all body type. And also add a touch of softness to your work looks.
You can pick midi length or maxi length depending on your style preference. But I love ankle length.
They make your legs look long and the slight ankle touch will elevate your outfits.
Skater Skirt
For all of you ladies who love short skirt, but hate how an over the knee pencil skirt would ride up as you sit. I hear you, you can try the skater skirt.
It looks flattering and chic. And even if you are on the petite side, it will make your legs look a mile long.
And you can sit in them comfortably.
Belted Skirt
Skirts with built in belt are a great alternative to pencil skirt. The belt detail adds more professional and polished touch to your outfit. But they do not need to be in the pencil skirt silhouette.
I love these A line belted skirts that are flowy and really comfortable to wear but with the belt detail, they look elevated.
And you can wear them to work confidently. In terms of length you can pick midi or even maxi length for a much more polished look.
