Monday, March 7, 2011

Spring/Summer 2011 Fashion Trend: Long Skirts


Last Spring and Summer it was all about showing your skin with short-shorts, cut-outs, and sheer materials. This Spring and Summer it is time to cover up. Hem lines have gotten longer and maxi and ankle-length skirts are now the on-trend item for Spring and Summer (Above: Elie Saab; Louis Vuitton, Paul & Joe; Chanel). I really do love this trend, but I find that long skirts can overwhelm my short frame. But if you are lucky enough to have been born tall, you should give this trend a try! Below are some options to consider: "Ancient Myths" skirt for $88 on www.anthropologie.com; Contrast V-hem skirt for $19.80 on www.forever21.com; Blu Moon "Almost Famous" skirt for $158 on www.piperlime.com; "Nuvola" maxi skirt for $128 on www.anthropologie.com; "Shangri-La" skirt for $39.99 on www.modcloth.com; "Bardenas Reales" skirt for $74.99 on www.modcloth.com; Shakuhachi "Day Tripper" maxi skirt for $359 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; "Don't Steel My Skirt" skirt for $49.99 on www.modcloth.com; "Seamingly" maxi skirt for $98 on www.anthropologie.com; River Island sheer floral belted maxi skirt for $53.77 on www.asos.com; "Water's Edge" skirt for $88 on www.anthropologie.com; Pleated cheetah-print maxi skirt for $19.80 on www.forever21.com; Simple longline skirt for $7.80 on www.forever21.com; "Patagonian" maxi skirt for $78 on www.anthropologie.com.

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