Winter is the ideal time to wear not only trousers, but also long floor-length skirts. They have long been loved by Hollywood stars, European models and domestic designers. But not everyone knows how to wear it correctly and what to combine this elegant piece of clothing with? We found a lot of practical and beautiful ideas!

1. Choose the right material

If in summer it is important to wear light flowing skirts made of chiffon, silk, thin cotton, then in winter you can forget about them. Summer models will look out of place in cold weather. What should winter skirts be like? Warm, dense and textured. Fashion designers recommend choosing wool, corduroy, velvet, denim, knitted, suede, velor, knitted, leather and even fur options.

2. Suitable shoes

When choosing a skirt, you should immediately think about what shoes it will be worn with. In winter, it is better to give preference to insulated ankle boots, boots, ankle boots, and if the skirt has a cutout, then you can wear over the knee boots under it. Heels will not be visible under such a skirt; moreover, in icy conditions you need to wear stable and comfortable shoes. Moreover, today low heels are on the list of hot trends.

3. What to wear with a maxi skirt

The skirt has been purchased, the shoes have been selected, now it’s time to choose a harmonious match for the upper body. A maxi skirt is ideally combined with soft cashmere or knitted turtlenecks, voluminous chunky knit sweaters, romantic blouses in classic and Victorian styles, even with rough shirts in a men's style. The upper part of the wardrobe can be complemented with massive jewelry and wide belts, as well as fur vests.

4. Colors and prints

In the winter season, stylists advise giving preference to warm colors. The most popular shades of this season: gray, black, burgundy, ocher, dark olive, brown. If the skirt is made in an active color, then the top should be softened with soft shades, for example, white, cream, gray. This technique works the other way around, for example, if the skirt is a neutral color, then the emphasis can be placed on a sweater or blouse.

As for prints, a look with a long skirt in itself already attracts attention and does not require additional decor in the form of patterns. But if such a need arises, then you need to choose a large print for one item of clothing, and the second should remain uncluttered.

5. Outerwear

A long skirt goes well with short fur coats, coats of medium and maximum length, as well as with an insulated short leather jacket. It wouldn’t hurt to complement the look with a voluminous scarf or a coarse knit collar.

When you buy a pencil skirt, pay attention to the fabric composition: synthetic thread must be present. After all, one of the requirements for a stylish and fashionable winter skirt is such properties of the fabric as practicality in wear, wrinkle resistance and retention of shape throughout the season. Agree that a skirt that is deformed at the back or with deep transverse folds after long periods of working at the computer or at lectures looks not only unstylish, but simply sloppy.

If the skirt is intended for “going out”, for a party or a date, then you can choose models with decorative inserts. For example, lace trim, pockets with flaps, if the volume of the hips allows, contrasting colors, decorative elements of the style, a wide yoke - a belt, which can be emphasized with an elegant belt.

For the winter season, long skirts remain fashionable: you can choose both models of straight skirts with a slit, and models with a deep vent at the back, which is preferable for the cold period, as well as skirts of the “a-line” silhouette, slightly flared towards the bottom.

It is advisable that a long skirt, if you choose not a model that is tapered at the bottom, but a flared one, should be sewn from fabric not along the grain, but along the bias. In models made of plain fabrics, this will ensure an ideal fit in the hip area, beautiful and smooth folds of the fabric, which provide the ability to walk normally in long skirts if the model does not have a slit or folds.

Fashionable winter skirts up to mid-calf length are convenient for everyday wardrobe: they are more versatile than maxi skirts, they go well with vests and sweaters, and go with classic jackets.

In models of long skirts made of tweed, plaid fabric or fabric with a chicken foot pattern, which are fashionable in the winter season, due to the bias cut, in addition to a perfect fit, a visual reduction in the volume of the hips is achieved.

But long winter skirts will fit well into your wardrobe only if they are combined with high-heeled shoes, which is unsafe in winter. It is preferable to choose elegant boots with a stable and non-slip platform.

In addition, long skirts are stylishly combined only with short, to mid-thigh or just below the buttocks, fur coats of a straight or trapezoid silhouette, elegant jackets or sheepskin coats of a fitted or semi-fitted silhouette, especially when it is possible to emphasize the waist with a belt or belt. In this case, the proportion of the figure will not be disturbed, and both things will look beautiful both on their own and in the created ensemble.

A knee-length coat or sheepskin coat, combined with a long skirt, in my opinion, looks inharmonious, and the figure looks “weighted”. If the outerwear model is mid-calf length, then a skirt that “peeks out” by 15-20 cm looks, in my opinion, simply sloppy. Pay attention to yourself when you walk down the street.

Of course, a long coat or fur coat, 7-10 cm shorter than a long skirt, always looks stylish. It is advisable to emphasize the waistline of a winter coat, if it has a trapezoidal silhouette, with a belt - then the skirt will look like its natural extension, and in general - beautiful and elegant.

For the young and young, who, even on the coldest winter days, prefer not midis, but minis, skirts remain fashionable, which can be classified as demi-season rather than winter models. For the youth winter wardrobe, denim skirts, skirts made of cotton, corduroy and wool, tweed, as well as tartan fabrics remain relevant.

The styles of youth winter skirts are straight mini, a-line silhouette or with a wide skirt made of tartan or soft wool, with a yoke or belt, midi length, and long skirts in the ethnic style, or plain.

The original model of a short skirt: a half-sun on a wide decorative yoke, created from stylishly selected fabrics of different colors, patterns and structures, I think girls will like it, just like the model of a short skirt with draperies on the sides.

You can see a few more models of elegant winter skirts in the collages in the article Fashionable winter season.

In winter, no one canceled birthdays, dates, meetings with girlfriends and friends in cafes and clubs, and active cultural life. For these occasions, long, fashionable skirts in a romantic style, elegant and light, made from original openwork knitted fabric, viscose or polyester, would be appropriate in your fashionable wardrobe.

You can find models of fashionable winter skirts in fashion catalogs of women's clothing:

Section We model and sew ourselves.

How to correctly take measurements for a base pattern.

Any hand-sewn item begins with constructing a base pattern. In order to do it successfully, you need to take basic measurements correctly. The more accurately you do this, the more successful the pattern for a dress, skirt or trousers will be.

With the onset of the cold season, you need to think about your own insulation. Even winter and autumn clothes can preserve your femininity, sexuality, and emphasize the strengths of your figure. One of the popular solutions is long, warm skirts.

Length selection

There are several options for skirts in length, which can be an excellent solution for autumn and winter.

• Mini. Not many people choose them, but still fans of short skirts cannot refuse them even during cold weather. In this case, in addition to a skirt made of insulated materials, be sure to wear thermal underwear and tights or leggings underneath. You should not leave your legs bare, otherwise you will greatly risk your health.

• Midi. Medium length, allowing you to find a balance between short and long models.

• Maxi. Long skirts that are wise to buy for the fall-winter period. They will cover the legs, provide them with warmth and prevent them from freezing.

• To the floor The longest models, literally following you. When choosing this model, make sure that the hem will not touch the ground. Otherwise, in the fall and winter, you risk constantly washing your favorite skirt.

Popular models and styles

Pleated and bell

Such models have a slight extension, which allows you to emphasize the beauty of the female figure and hide some flaws in the form of overly full hips and an unclear waist line. At the same time, they are very comfortable and practical.

Tight styles

They are suitable only for those with a slim, fit figure, as they will highlight it. Use knitted and knitted models as materials for them. Knitted skirts are the ideal solution for very thin beauties. This is because knitting adds volume. It is contraindicated for fat girls.

Multi-level

These styles are created specifically for those with curvy figures. Due to the multi-level cut, the skirt will hide the fullness of the legs and hips, and will somewhat distract from round shapes.

Asymmetrical

Choose asymmetrical styles that have diagonal or abstract prints.

Direct

Straight styles perfectly hide the shortcomings of plump girls. Only the skirt must be made of dark fabric.

Choice for seasons

For summer

A long summer skirt should be light and airy. Therefore, no dense, heavy fabrics. As for color, rich, rich colors are trendy this season. Summer is a period of relaxation, positive emotions and travel. Focus on practicality and comfort;

For autumn/spring

In spring and autumn, nature gives unique colors. You don’t want to look faded against their background. Therefore, designers suggest using lemon, peach, raspberry, cherry paints, and actively using green tones. Only if you use a multi-colored, contrasting top, be sure to wear a plain skirt. Otherwise, the image will turn out incomplete.

For the winter

Winter is not a reason to hide your legs. But still, long models will be much preferable to miniskirts. Don't be afraid to experiment with color, as plain winter allows you to stand out even with skirts made in a subdued palette. Pay special attention to the fabric - woolen, quilted, denim skirts can highlight your attractiveness and at the same time protect you from the cold. Health comes first.

How to choose

Based on the main points of choice, you will be able to replenish your wardrobe with the ideal long skirt.

1. Material. Cashmere, merino, alpaca, genuine leather, suede and velvet are popular this season. Although you shouldn’t refuse models made of tweed, wool, corduroy, knitwear, and jeans. Avoid overly thick fabrics, otherwise you won’t be able to look elegant in such a skirt.
2. Comfort level. Here, rely only on your own feelings during fittings. The skirt should not restrict movement or make your steps in the snow incredibly difficult.
3. Style, model. Designers do not limit your choice, offering a wide variety of options. Focus on where you are going to use your long skirt. The most important thing is that the skirt matches your figure.
4. Color. Ordinary black skirts are not relevant this season. We advise you to pay attention to blue, turquoise, purple palettes, shades of gray, green and red. Incredibly popular colors are burgundy and burgundy.

What to wear with

There are several things that, in combination with a maxi skirt, are a complete taboo. Never combine a long skirt with:

• Bustier tops;
• Camisole tops;
• T-shirts with lacing at the waist;
• Long T-shirts that don’t gather at the waist.

And to create a flattering, attractive look using long skirts, listen to a few relevant tips for this season.

1. Use the opposite effect. This means that a full, multi-colored skirt should be combined with a solid, tight-fitting garment. Or vice versa.
2. When choosing a classic-cut skirt, use a bright, original top.
3. Skirts look good with jackets and jackets of different lengths.
4. If you prefer an extravagant style, then try pairing a denim jacket or knitted item with a long light skirt.
5. Wearing a fitted T-shirt, shirt or blouse, a long skirt will come in handy. Experiment with colorful wardrobe pieces to find your perfect look.
6. Avoid using high heels when wearing a long skirt. The rules state that a long bottom must only be combined with a low move. A long skirt with a high heel has the right to life, but only if you choose the top wisely. It should not distract attention from shoes and a long skirt.

Stylish looks for winter and autumn

• A gray maxi skirt can be the perfect solution for fall and winter. Match it with a bright top and don’t forget to match it with your shoes;

• Long wine-colored skirts look great against a black top. Add a couple of accessories to your look and amaze others with your splendor;

• Floral print can decorate you in autumn and winter. Leather jackets and jackets look good with such a skirt. Warm, bright and original;

• Wide, loose, colorful skirts have never been in fashion. The cage continues to delight fashionistas. Almost any top goes with it. The most important thing is that there is a certain stylistic or color connection between it and the skirt;

• A rich, loose, bright floor-length dress made of translucent fabrics will look great with a plain blouse or T-shirt. Throwing a short jacket on top will create a wonderful autumn look.

At home, you can do whatever your heart desires with your own hands. As they say, there would be a desire. This article will talk about how to sew a fashionable skirt yourself. You can sew absolutely any skirt from thick or thin fabric yourself. It can be drape, knitted, fleece, warm, simple, midi, elastic, wool, synthetic padding, raincoat, tweed, etc.

At home, you can do whatever your heart desires with your own hands.

• If the girl has a thin waist, then all the patterns can be easily cut and made from a pillowcase. You don't have to buy fabric from the store.
• If you want to sew lace to the product, then it should be pinned to the hem on the wrong side of the skirt. The hem is sewn along the edge of the product.
• Similar methods of sewing skirts exist for dolls. The principle of operation is the same, the main thing is to correctly take measurements from the doll.
• Beginners are advised to carefully read the work plan before starting sewing, as there is a high probability of making mistakes.
• When working with sharp objects such as scissors and needles, you must follow safety rules.

Circle skirt in 1 hour (video)

How to quickly sew a simple skirt with your own hands?

You can independently sew a long, beautiful and straight skirt from knitwear or other material.. This kind of work is done quite quickly.

Work plan:

1. First you need to choose a fabric. If you want to make a winter skirt, then the fabric should be thick. If it’s summer, then it’s thin. It is also worth paying attention to such fabric parameters as translucency. It will be very unsightly if the product shows through the skin. The piece of fabric should be long enough so that the product does not have to be sewn together from two or more pieces.
2. Next you need to take measurements. Using a measuring tape, measure the circumference of the hips. You also need to decide in advance on the length of the product.
3. After this you need to cut the fabric. A rectangle is cut out, the width of which should be equal to the circumference of the hip. As for the length of the rectangle, it is equal to the length of the product.
4. The fabric is cut and then folded lengthwise. The cut edges should fit evenly against each other.
5. The fabric should be sewn lengthwise. It is recommended to use a sewing machine. We sew the product, bending the edges by 1.5 cm. The length of the product is sewn with a zig-zag.
6. Skirts often have belts. If you don’t want to make a belt, then you don’t need to follow this point of the plan. So, to sew it, a small and narrow piece of fabric is stitched along the edges with a zig-zag stitch.
7. Then, you need to sew an elastic band to the finished belt. Again, if you don’t want to sew a belt, then fulfilling this point of the plan is not necessary.

This kind of work gets done quite quickly.

After the elastic has been sewn to the waistband, the edges of the hem must be turned up 1.5 cm and a straight stitch should be made using a sewing machine.

How to sew a warm skirt for the winter?

Scheme of work:

1. A skirt for the winter should be made of warm, dense fabric. This is the fabric you should choose in the store.
2. Such a product should not have a low rise, so it is not necessary to measure the width of the hips. Measurements are taken in length and width. The width of the skirt is the waist area. This is the specificity of winter skirts. 5 cm is added to the waist width.
3. To mark the desired length, a measuring tape is applied to the thigh and lowered below the knee. If the skirt is above the knee, then there is a high probability that the girl will freeze.
4. Next, a pattern is made from paper along the radius from the hip. The sheet of paper should be large enough. A4 is not a suitable format for this. The correct pattern is a quarter circle.
5. After this, the length of the skirt is added to the resulting radius. Thus, the length of the product is determined. The resulting length is marked with a measuring tape. A semicircular line is drawn on the paper, resembling a rainbow in shape.
6. The pattern is then cut out. Cut out the fabric. The pattern is cut strictly along the contour, otherwise it will not be possible to sew the product evenly.
7. After this, the fabric is folded in half several times. This makes 4 layers of fabric. The pattern is placed along the fold line, and the fabric is cut along this line.
8. After unfolding the fabric, you should get a large circle. If this does not happen, then something was done incorrectly.

A skirt for the winter should be made of warm, dense fabric

At the last stage it is necessary to hem the hem of the product.

DIY drape skirt

Drape is a fairly heavy woolen material, which is often used when sewing skirts.. Products made from it are suitable for women of any shape.

The work is as follows:

1. The first step is to determine the upper radius. To do this, the waist should be divided into 6 equal parts.
2. Next, a pattern is made on paper. 2 parts are cut out of fabric. To do this, you need to bend the fabric and trace the paper template on top with chalk. You need to cut exactly according to the template.
3. Another radius is laid from the line, the length of which is equal to the desired length of the product. Next, 1.5 cm is deviated from the top line of the chalk contour, and 4 cm from the bottom line. Another part is cut out. The principle is similar.
4. The parts should be stitched along the right side seam.
5. On the left side you need to sharpen the side zipper. To do this, the parts must be ground down to the beginning of the zipper or at a distance of 1 cm before it.
6. The zipper is sewn to the cut using a special foot. This foot is used for sewing hidden seams on a product.
7. The unclosed section of the zipper is attached to the skirt using a sewing machine.

Drape is a fairly heavy woolen material, which is often used when sewing skirts.

The bottom seam of the product is folded 1 cm and stitched using a sewing machine.

We sew a beautiful long skirt with elastic

It is not recommended to sew a long product from too thin material. To ensure that the skirt falls down, the fabric should be thick enough. It is durable and not translucent. Another advantage of this fabric is that it does not flutter in the wind.

1. After taking measurements, the fabric is cut.
2. After this, it is stitched along its length. The edges of the fabric must be folded 1 cm.
3. To make a belt, it is recommended to use an overlocker. This is necessary in order to prevent shedding.
4. Then an elastic band should be sewn to the waistband. The cut fabric is folded in half. The elastic is sewn with even stitches at a distance of 5-6 cm from the edge.
5. To ensure that the ends of the belt with elastic are better secured when sewing, it is recommended to make zig-zag stitches at the edges.
6. The elastic band is attached to the belt and sewn to the product.

At the last stage the hem should be hemmed.

Homemade fleece midi skirt

Work plan:

1. The first thing you need to do is purchase fleece and an elastic band, the width of which is 1 cm.
2. Measurements are taken. Use a centimeter ruler to measure the circumference of your hips and waist. You should also mark the length of the skirt.
3. After this, you need to cut off the elastic band and fabric. The pieces must match the measurements! There should be 2 fabric rectangles made of fleece.
4. Then the side seams are sewn. The fabric is folded with the right side inward and folded in a few centimeters.
5. Next, a drawstring for the elastic is made.
6. The hem of the product is hemmed.
7. Then an elastic band is inserted into the product.

We sew a skirt in 5 minutes (video)

The first frosts dictate new wardrobe rules: for those who don’t want to part with skirts and dresses, it’s time to shift the focus to warmer fabrics and draperies. This fall, skirts made of drape and wool are especially popular: cozy and elegant, they emphasize feminine style without risking your health. The styles can be different, the main thing is that the skirt is warm and comfortable. ELLE - about the most popular skirts fall-winter 2017/18.

Daks, Chanel, Andrew GN

Pencil skirt

Traditionally a popular silhouette during the cold season, the pencil skirt this season is distinguished by its brightness and originality of decoration: either a spectacular cutout from the hip, or an appliqué with a floral print, or frills made of fur and lace. This straight and narrow skirt for the winter, just below the knee length, is universal and suitable for any style and for any occasion. The evening version is distinguished by greater brightness and the choice of appropriate fabric: wool in this case can be replaced with thick velvet, crepe or drape trimmed with lace. The most popular shades of the season for pencil skirts are classic black and gray, as well as red, mustard, brick and terracotta, which are fashionable today.

ELLE's choice: Prada, Alexander McQueen, Calvin Klein, Olympia Le Tan

A-line skirt

Warm winter skirts made of wool and drape are especially suited to an a-line shape or a flared silhouette with folds. Firstly, A-line skirts suit almost any figure: they look equally impressive on both tall and petite girls. Secondly, they can be safely worn both to the office and to a party: with a certain choice of accessories and top, they can transform from a conservative look into a formal one in seconds. This winter, A-line skirts will feature monochrome prints, checks and stripes, as well as textured patterns on solid fabrics. Wool A-line skirts may have pleats.

ELLE's choice: No21, Bottega Veneta, Missoni, Prada

Midi with pleats

During the cold season, many people prefer to wear long skirts, but this fall the maxi has been replaced by a new, more interesting length. Actually, pleats are popular not only on A-line skirts, but also on wool midi skirts, which have triumphantly returned to fashion this fall. The 2018 skirts feature an elegant midi length, harkening back to iconic 1970s women's looks, which pairs perfectly with winter materials like wool and drape - the pleats are more visible, and the thick fabric keeps you warm in bad weather. A worthy addition to the autumn-winter wardrobe 2017-2018 is an angora midi skirt. The soft wool adds an extra layer of coziness and allows you to play with color combinations from neutral to bold.

ELLE's choice: Joseph, Thomas Maier, Victoria Beckham, Zara

What to wear with wool skirts this fall? In addition to classic tandems with a fitted blazer, turtleneck or shirt, more daring and avant-garde ones are offered: for example, an oversized chunky knit sweater, a sweatshirt with a bright appliqué or logo, or a blazer with accentuated shoulders. Woolen skirts go well with leather jackets and peacoats with wooden buttons, as well as high patent leather boots with flat soles or suede ankle boots. For evening, a wool skirt can be complemented with a translucent lace or chiffon blouse, as well as a top with metallic trim.