What to Wear with a Leather Skirt?

In the summer, among a sea of linen or chiffon skirts, a leather skirt will definitely make you shine! It has the inherent toughness and unruliness of leather material, and with its diverse styles and rich colors, it can interpret a variety of styles, whether sexy, cool, or sweet, suitable for all occasions and moods. Whether in winter or summer, a leather skirt can be the finishing touch to your look.

However, what to wear with a leather skirt is a very important question. Because if it is not matched properly, it will be both stuffy and tacky. If you also want to wear a leather skirt in different seasons, keep reading! We will provide you with the latest trend and the most fashionable tips for you to wear a leather skirt!

How to Choose a Leather Skirt?

With its unique texture and style, leather skirts have become a very individual item in the wardrobe. But with so many styles on the market, how can you accurately choose the one that suits you from the perspective of material, style, length and detailed design?

First of all, in terms of fabrics, leather also can be divided into many different classifications. Genuine leather has a high-quality texture and good breathability, but it is expensive. In addition, there is another disadvantage that cannot be ignored, which is that the production of genuine leather will inevitably cause harm to animals. Therefore, if you attach great importance to animal protection, or have a limited budget and pursue higher cost-effectiveness, you can choose artificial leather.

For leather skirts that are intended to be worn in winter, it is best to choose leather with a thickness of 0.8-1.2mm to achieve better warmth retention. For leather skirts that are worn in summer, in order to avoid stuffiness, it is necessary to choose relatively thin leather, with a thickness of about 0.5-0.8mm being the best.

Your figure shape is also an absolute consideration. The key to creating an outfit is to play to your strengths and compensate for weaknesses. Women with pear-shaped figure should give priority to A-line leather skirts, which can visually cover up the problem of wide hips. Tight skirts are a style that women with pear-shaped figures should avoid, so as not to highlight the shortcomings of their lower body. Women with hourglass figures don't need to worry about wearing skirts that fit their body to highlight their advantages. Hip-wrapped leather skirts, pencil leather skirts, etc. are both very good choices. Skirts that are too loose will cover up their beautiful figure curves on the contrary.

In terms of colors, in order to make your leather skirt more versatile, you can choose those in basic colors such as dark brown and black. For casual occasions such as dating and parties, the skirt you choose can be in wine red, dark green, and have a slit design.

Leather skirts of different lengths not only have different warmth retention properties, but also suit different styles. Miniskirts 10cm above the knee are suitable for women with slender thighs, while mid-length skirts about 5cm above the knee are the most versatile, whether for commuting or casual styles. Long skirts above the knee are mature and elegant, suitable for matching with blazers to attend the workplace or formal occasions.

What Tops to Wear with a Leather Skirt?

A knit top. The soft knit top and the crisp leather form a sharp contrast, weakening the aggressiveness of the leather skirt, making it suitable for creating a gentle yet individual look for autumn and winter. If your leather skirt is dark in color, we recommend that you choose a light-colored knit top to balance it. Of course, you can also choose a dark-colored knit top to match the leather skirt. But please note that you need to choose a knit top that is different in color from the leather skirt to create a layered look.

A blazer. The formality of the blazer neutralize with the cool sense of the leather skirt. Therefore, the combination of a black blazer and a black leather skirt will not look too serious. The combination of a light-colored blazer and a dark-colored leather skirt can produce a very attracting visual effect. It is very suitable for both the workplace and parties, and it is both professional and eye-catching.

A sweatshirt. Loose sweatshirts are very cozy, and when paired with a leather skirt, they can make the skirt full of the sense of relaxation. Tuck half of the sweatshirt into the skirt, and let it hang naturally at the back. Paired with sneakers and a baseball cap, it's very casual. You can also wear a turtleneck shirt underneath the sweatshirt to further create a sense of layering.

A T-shirt. A T-shirt may be the most suitable item for daily outfits. Tuck the front of your T-shirt into your leather skirt to enhance your waistline and create a neat silhouette.

In general, leather skirts are very suitable for creating contrasting images. The contrast between a soft top and a hard leather skirt, a short top and a long leather skirt, or a loose top and a slim leather skirt will be very eye-catching.

How to Wear a Leather Skirt in Summer?

Wearing a leather skirt in summer can easily make people feel stuffy, but through material selection, matching skills and detail processing, you can retain the uniqueness of the leather skirt while enjoying a refreshing feeling.

First of all, in terms of material selection, give priority to light and thin leather or artificial leather. Among them, lambskin is the lightest and thinnest type of genuine leather, also soft and breathable, suitable for wearing next to the skin. Avoid choosing heavy materials such as thick cowhide.

Compared with tight skirts, a loose leather skirt is definitely more suitable for summer. The hem of an A-line leather skirt is loose and does not stick to the legs, which provides better air circulation when walking. Or you can also choose some leather skirts with openwork and patchwork designs. Mesh, lace or cut-out are all elements that can be considered. At the same time of increasing the skin exposure, they also further adds a sense of fashion to the shape.

Although black leather skirts are classic, they tend to absorb more heat in summer. Therefore, light-colored leather skirts are a better choice for summer. Light-colored and cool-toned leather skirts can not only reduce heat absorption, but also create a refreshing sense in visual effects.

When wearing a leather skirt in the summer, try to choose a top made of breathable fabrics and avoid an all-leather look. And in terms of length, choose a short top if possible to expose your abdomen or waistline, which can also optimize your figure proportions visually.

How to Maintain a Leather Skirt?

For the dust, there is no need to go to great lengths to clean it. Simply wipe it gently along the leather texture, avoiding rubbing back and forth to cause the leather to fluff up. If the dust is stubborn, wipe it with a small amount of clean water, then dry it with a dry cloth. The treatment of oil stains is more troublesome. When oil stains are found, you need to immediately press the stain with oil-absorbing paper to absorb the surface grease to prevent it from spreading. Then use a cotton swab dipped in a small amount of neutral soapy water to wipe the stain, then wipe it with clean water and dry it. You can try to remove the marks left by cosmetics with alcohol. But be careful, you need to wipe it with a dry cloth after wiping with alcohol.

Leather will fade and harden if exposed to the sun for a long time. So it is recommended to wrap it in a dustproof bag and store it in the closet. If you need to store the leather skirt for a long time, the storage environment needs to be dry and ventilated, and the humidity should be controlled between 40%-60%. Because if the humidity is too high, the leather skirt will easily mold, and if it is too low, it will easily crack. To avoid excessive humidity in the closet, you can place a dehumidifier bag in the closet.

In order to extend the life of the leather skirt and prevent it from cracking, you also need to apply special leather care oil to the leather skirt regularly. Olive oil, cooking oil, etc. should be avoided because they are likely to clog the pores and cause the leather to deteriorate. Maintenance does not need to be particularly frequent. Under normal circumstances, care once every 1-2 months is sufficient. In dry seasons, the frequency can be increased to once a month.

Other issues to pay attention to:

⚫Keep away from sharp objects to prevent scratches on the leather surface.

⚫Avoid long-term contact between dark leather skirts and light-colored clothing to prevent staining.