They go up and down depending on the seasonal mood but once they’ve made a comeback, they tend to stick around.
We’re talking skirt lengths here, and what’s trending now is the midi length.
Set between the knee and the ankle, often hitting the mid-calf area, the midi length feels just right. It has a naturally elegant air about it.
The best thing about a midi? It plays well with almost anything in the wardrobe, from tailored to relaxed styles.
With a slight flare and in a soft, serene white shade that is going to be 2026’s "Colour of the Year" as declared by Pantone, christened Cloud Dancer, Maje’s midi skirt possesses a timeless appeal.
It is paired with a blue turtleneck with a matching fringed shawl knotted at the waist.
A dark brown fuzzy jacket and brown leather boots add a rich colour punch to the look.
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Ralph Lauren goes in a completely different direction.
With a safari-inspired vibe, the American designer’s midi skirt creation in a sand-dune shade is contrasted with a sleek black leather tube top for a fresh, modern take on metropolitan style.
This bold ensemble is just what you need to roam in style for a night out in the urban jungle or festivities to mark Christmas and the end of 2025 with a fashion roar.
Our favourite is Thom Browne’s pleated midi skirt that is part of a blazer-and-coat trio.
Apart from the pleat detail, what makes the outfit eye-catching is the countryside print, complete with flying ducks and rustic old barns, spread across the entire ensemble. So delightfully quirky!
Sexy with some sheen is H&M’s midi skirt with a lace hemline. In a nude colour with a lingerie-inspired attitude, it is worn underneath a black sleeveless coat dress.
The midi skirt reveals itself peekaboo-style as the model walks since the coat is spliced open in the middle.
For a simple, straightforward midi skirt, check out COS’s version in a brown-and-beige checked material that comes with a matching loose top plus a handbag in the same fabric.
A look that is unfussy, coordinated and quietly confident.
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Over at Italian label Max Mara, the midi is slightly flared with a high waist that’s defined by a slim brown leather belt.
The camel-coloured skirt is styled with a boat-neck midriff top in the same shade, sheer gloves, a roomy tote and tassel loafers.
It’s part of the Resort 2026 collection and gives off a breezy mix of sophistication and ease, perfect whether you’re on a glamorous getaway or just bringing the glamour home.
One thing’s clear is that the midi skirt isn’t going anywhere.
