5 chic ways to wear a summer skirt

Fun, flirty and totally affordable, this sweet summer skirt will keep you looking (and feeling) cool as the temperature rises.

By Marta Sadowski

July 29, 2014

1 Must Have - The Summer Skirt

The Summer Skirt

Look polished, preppy and professional all with one sweet summer skirt. Here's 5 style team-approved ways to make the retro silhouette work for any summer occasion.

Skirt, $60, Zara.

Weekend bruch

Bag, $80, Mango.
Jacket, $80, Gap.
Top, $16, Joe Fresh.
Sandals, US$78, J.Crew.

Wedding guest

Blouse, $65, Aritzia.
Clare Vivier Clutch, $198, Eluxe.
Janelle Red Necklace, $50, Rue Gembon.
Schutz Sandals, $172, Shopbop.

Beach bound

Belt, $7, Forever 21.
Top, $15, Smart Set.
Hat, $20, Joe Fresh.
Sandals, $119, J.Crew.

Office appropriate

Bag, $99, Danier.
Top, $15, Smart Set.
Shoes, $24, Torrid.
Necklace, $31, Topshop.

Date night

Clutch, $33, ASOS.
Tank, $50, Joe Fresh.
Jacket, $30, H&M.
Heels, $100, LOFT.

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