Baukjen's flared midi skirt is made from deadstock cotton \u2013 the brand has pieced offcuts together with vertical seams and pleats, rather than using a continuous panel, to avoid waste. Wear this sustainable piece with a Breton top in the summer.
Chances are, you probably already have a midi skirt hanging in your wardrobe – they've been a womenswear mainstay for the past five years, after all. In reality, it'll take more than one to successfully navigate all of the smart/casual scenarios life throws at you.
The modern midi skirt's first incarnation was a pleated affair, with a flared shape and sun-ray folds. It was Gucci's gold iteration, loved by the likes of Alexa Chung and Queen Letizia of Spain, that kicked-started the trend. Soon, high street lookalikes were springing up everywhere – teamed with everything from stiletto sandals to Stan Smiths.
The midi has come a long way since then, shape shifting to become more versatile and a lot less ladylike. You've got the utilitarian A-line and do-it-all denim numbers, timeless leather and suede styles, checked pencil designs and the bias-cut slip that reached staple status last year. Now do you believe us when we say you need more than one?
If we could narrow it down to three: you need something grown-up for the office , a hardy but comfy iteration for the weekend and an easy-to-elevate piece for evenings out. Arm yourself out with these key styles and we guarantee you'll wear them every season for many years to come. Get inspired with our pick of the best 21 midi skirts to buy now and wear for the foreseeable future.