The 17 Best Winter Skirts for When You're Sick of Jeans
Including a few party-ready options.


Once winter weather settles in, I tend to almost exclusively reach for my favorite leggings and jeans when it comes time to actually leave my apartment. But allow me to make a case for venturing beyond your denim collection and opting for one of these cold-weather-approved skirts instead. Because let’s be honest for a second: It’s nice to get a little dressed up sometimes, even if you’re just running errands.
This list covers all of your winter skirt outfit needs. It includes a few knit options that will keep your legs warm on your daily commute, a few mini picks that deserve to be worn to your next holiday party, and some simple wardrobe-staple-type options that can (and should!) be added to your daily outfit rotation this season. Whatever your reason for buying a new skirt this season may be, keep scrolling to check out a few of the best winter skirts, bar none.
This wool-blend midi skirt from ASTR The Label is perfect for wearing with cream-colored turtlenecks and knee-high boots.
Finally, a sparkly black New Year’s Eve-approved skirt to wear with your slinkiest top.
Or, try a colorful option that comes in something other than black! A rose-gold pick will make you stand out from the crowd.
If you’re in need of something to wear for your next large family gathering, consider this printed ballgown-style skirt.
The combination of black, gray, and white adds dimension and interest when compared to your basic midi skirt.
Style this leather mini skirt over a pair of patterned tights with ankle booties or knee-high boots all winter long.
Shiny patent faux leather takes this pencil skirt to a whole new level this winter. A cut in the front makes it appropriate for after-work drinks or a holiday party.
The silk trim on this satin-look midi skirt makes it feel more winter-appropriate. Style it with a black chunky sweater for added warmth.
The buttons on the side of this tan-colored midi skirt from Bardot lets you show a little skin while still staying warm all season long.
A feathered hemline makes this bright pink skirt feel party-ready. Layer it over a pair of simple black tights for added warmth or go all-out with a patterned or lacy pair.
Crushed velvet gives this otherwise simple black midi skirt a nostalgic '90s feel. The criss-cross at the waistline also makes it feel different from the bevy of other black midi skirts that you probably already own.
Everlane can do no wrong when it comes to supplying us with a selection of tried-and-true wardrobe staples, and this skirt is so exception. The velveteen finish and classic A-line silhouette make it perfect for everyday wear, but the mini hemline means that it can work for date night, too.
The sheeny mustard hue on this mini skirt from Rebecca Taylor is totally holiday party-approved.
If you dont want to ball out on a real leather skirt this season, a faux-leather option like this one from Zara is a must-buy.
Denim midi skirts have made a triumphant return this season, so pick one up for yourself. They basically work just like a pair of jeans in your wardrobe!
If you don’t already have a black satin mini skirt in your collection at this point (One question: how?) this piece from Vince is a great option.
The prints have it this season, and this pick from Never Fully Dressed is a real winner. Style it with the matching shirt or with a simple black turtleneck for maximum versatility.
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Julia Marzovilla is the Fashion E-Commerce Editor at Marie Claire, where she reviews the latest launches from fashion and beauty brands, finds the best on-sale items around the internet, and interviews experts to find the best products in any category to share with her readers. She also creates shopping guides that span every vertical on the site as an expert in everything from the best laptop bags to the best laser hair removal devices.
In her near decade of experience, Julia has both written for several top outlets in the E-Commerce space and worked at major fashion labels. Prior to joining the Marie Claire team, she contributed similar shopping stories to sites such as Bustle, InStyle, The Zoe Report, Who What Wear, and worked as the Trending Fashion and News Writer STYLECASTER. You can find her across the internet at @JuliaMarzovilla. In real life, you can find her creating shopping guides for her friends, cooking or baking in her too-small kitchen, or buying tickets for the next time Harry Styles is in town.
Julia has a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Journalism from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. She lives in New York City, her hometown.
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