Article: Skirts for Every Season: Essential Styles You Need Now
Skirts for Every Season: Essential Styles You Need Now
Pictured: Addie Cami, Brodie Skirt, Camie Slide
There’s something endlessly versatile about a well-cut skirt. It moves with ease, adapts to the seasons, and effortlessly walks the line between refined and relaxed. At FLANNEL, we design our skirts with this kind of timeless versatility in mind, pieces that shift gracefully from day to evening, from coastal summer getaways to crisp winter city strolls.
Crafted in natural fibres and thoughtfully tailored shapes, our skirts are wardrobe mainstays that invite layering, pairing, and personal expression. Whether worn as part of a matching set or styled as a standalone feature, each piece captures the balance of modern ease and quiet elegance that defines the FLANNEL aesthetic.
Here’s how to make the most of these enduring silhouettes, season after season.
Pictured: Alina Skirt, Camie Slide
The Year-Round Appeal of the Skirt
From flowing maxis to tailored minis, skirts offer freedom and flexibility. Their appeal lies in how seamlessly they can be styled to suit your day, mood, or climate. They’re also a perfect foundation for creating outfits that reflect your individuality. Whether you’re drawn to soft linen sets or buttery silk bias-cuts, a skirt can elevate your everyday with minimal effort.
At FLANNEL, we favour natural fabrics that let the body breathe and move, materials like linen, cotton, silk, and wool-blends that feel as beautiful as they look. Each collection is designed to be worn through the seasons, layered or pared-back to suit the weather without ever losing that effortless charm.
The Art of Skirt Styling
Skirts are endlessly adaptable. A few key silhouettes and a bit of thoughtful styling can see you through every season.
Pictured: Carli Singlet, Brodie Skirt, Camie Slide
The Relaxed Silk Skirt
Silk skirts are a timeless expression of ease and femininity. Their fluid drape and subtle sheen offer an elegant alternative to heavier fabrics, bringing softness to any outfit. Whether worn long or short, with a defined waistband or a minimal silhouette, silk lends itself beautifully to layering or warm-weather wear. Pair with natural fibres for textural contrast, or keep it tonal for a refined, cohesive look. Silk transitions seamlessly from casual to elevated, making it a thoughtful addition to any capsule wardrobe.
The Lace Midi
Lace midis are the epitome of romantic sophistication: delicate, textured, and always flattering. The intricate detail of lace brings a refined charm, whether styled with coordinating pieces or worn as a statement on its own. This kind of skirt feels effortless in warmer weather, pairing easily with cotton tanks, matching camis, or open shirts. FLANNEL’s lace midis are made to move seamlessly from daytime to evening, lending itself to garden parties, long lunches, and evening gatherings alike.
Pictured: Pascal Short Sleeve Shirt, Jericho Mini Skirt
The Frill Skort
FLANNEL’s Frill Shorts have become a brand favourite, loved for their balance of playfulness and ease. With their soft frill hem and flattering cut, they bring the look of a mini skirt with the comfort and practicality of shorts, making them an ideal style for everyday wear. In summer, frill shorts pair effortlessly with slides, tanks, or T-shirts for an easy, polished look. As the weather cools, they transition with soft knits, boots or a blazer to add structure. Versatile and feminine, they’re a year-round staple and one of FLANNEL’s most sought-after styles.
Pictured: Marella Jacket, Amal Frill Short
Skirt Sets: A Curated Approach to Dressing
Matching sets bring a sense of quiet confidence to everyday dressing. Designed to be worn together or apart, they offer a refined solution for effortless styling, taking the guesswork out of what to wear while still allowing for individuality. Skirts paired with coordinating tops or vests create a cohesive, tonal look that feels polished yet relaxed, ideal for everything from long lunches to weekend escapes.
When worn separately, each piece reveals its versatility. A skirt might be paired with a soft knit for an elevated casual look, while a vest becomes the perfect layering piece over a silk slip or simple tank. It’s this considered, mix-and-match approach that makes sets a timeless wardrobe staple, offering elegance, practicality, and endless ways to wear.
Fabrics to Favour, Season by Season
When building a skirt collection that truly works all year round, fabric choice is key. At FLANNEL, we work exclusively with high-quality materials that are breathable, durable, and beautiful to wear.
Summer: Opt for silk and lace skirts that allow airflow and feel soft against sun-kissed skin. These fabrics hold their shape while still moving with you, making them ideal for travel or long, warm days.
Transitional Weather: Mid-weight cotton and blends offer the perfect in-between solution. Bias cuts and midi lengths keep things breezy while adding coverage. Pair with an open-weave knit for layered interest.
Winter: Embrace heavier weaves and wool blends that provide structure and warmth. A longer skirt in a brushed cotton or textured fabric pairs perfectly with opaque tights and sturdy boots. Don’t be afraid to layer with a fine thermal base, our skirts are roomy enough to accommodate warmth without sacrificing style.
Staying Comfortable (and Chic) Through the Seasons
The key to seasonal styling is smart layering and thoughtful pairings. In summer, simplicity reigns: think tank tops, open linen shirts, and barely-there slides. In winter, it's about warmth and contrast: oversized knits paired with flowing silk, structured jackets over soft layers, or a cropped vest to define the waist above a fuller skirt.
Accessories play their part too. Swap raffia totes and flat sandals for sculptural leather bags and weatherproof boots as the seasons shift. Scarves, felt hats, and textured socks also bring personality and practicality to your cold-weather looks.
Caring for Your Skirts
To keep your skirts looking their best, care for them with the same attention they’re crafted with.
Linen and cotton: Wash on a gentle cycle and reshape while damp. A light steam brings them back to form without removing their lived-in charm.
Silk: Dry clean or gently hand wash with cold water and a silk-safe detergent. Store folded with tissue to prevent creasing.
Wool blends: Spot clean as needed and air between wears. Store flat to maintain their shape over time.
Always hang delicate skirts with clip-free hangers, or fold with care to avoid stretching the waistband.
Pictured: Anna Mae Jacket, Tilly Cami, Sigrid Skirt
A Skirt for Every Story
Skirts are a celebration of movement, lightness, and quiet confidence. They offer a chance to express your style without excess, to feel feminine and strong in equal measure. Whether you’re exploring city streets, wandering vineyards, or simply embracing the rhythm of everyday life, a well-styled skirt can bring ease and elegance to every moment.
We design each skirt to feel as good as it looks, made with integrity, styled with simplicity, and worn with purpose. From flowing silhouettes to softly tailored sets, there’s a skirt for every story, every season, and every woman.
Explore our collection and find your next wardrobe essential today.
