Pencil Skirt Outfit Ideas
The pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple, and every woman should own a couple in different fabrics. Many women will limit to wearing their pencil skirts to work, and it is true that they are smart and chic for the working environment, corporate or otherwise. However, the pencil skirt is so much more versatile than you might think. It is great for formal wear, but the pencil skirt can also be worn casually, for nights out, and for lazy summer days.
If you are looking to mix up how you style your pencil skirt, we have some great sartorial inspiration for you. Check out some of our favourite pencil skirt outfit ideas.
1Chic Neutral Tones
Make 2019 the year you experiment with colour and try a pencil skirt in a shade you wouldn’t usually try. This blush pink pencil skirt is gorgeous for Spring and works as a neutral in this outfit, paired with a cream tee and off-white stilettos. This outfit would look just as good in the club as it would in the office.
2Colour-Blocking
This forest green shade is to die for and it will look amazing on all skin tones when worn head-to-toe. The thigh slit shows just a little bit of leg, which is balanced perfectly with the high neck of the top. The model has finished off her look beautifully with a colour pop red shoe, matched to a ruby lip.
3Denim and Lace
Dress down a feminine lace pencil skirt by teaming it with a cute denim jacket. The hard and soft fabrics work really well together, and this whole ensemble can work for day or night. Switch out the nude heels (great for elongating the leg by the way) for some ballet pumps for laidback daytime chic.
4Classic Work Wear Chic
Invest in a good pencil skirt in a grey or black and it will become one of the hardest working members of your wardrobe. This grey skirt has been styled perfectly for work with a fine knit jumper and some court shoes, but there still is a touch of fun with the addition of colour. The magenta velvet shoes are divine.
5Casual Summer Chic
Pencil skirts in lighter fabrics are wonderful for summer. A stretch jersey pencil skirt worn with a cotton t-shirt or floaty camisole is a great summer outfit, when teamed with some comfortable sandals and quirky accessories. The stretch of the fabric means that there is plenty of freedom of movement for all those fun summer activities.
6Casual Autumn Cool
For the colder seasons, invest in an over-the-knee stretch knit pencil skirt to keep the chill at bay. For a casually cool look for autumn, team your knitted skirt with a chunky, oversized jumper and your favourite pair of trainers or plimsolls. The natural tones of this outfit are creamy and lush and will work well with other items in your wardrobe.
7Fresh and Youthful
8Girls Night Out
The leather (or faux leather) pencil skirt can be worn in so many different ways, including for a night out with the girls. The perforated texture and asymmetric zip detail are incredibly on trend and give detail to an all-black outfit. A high-waisted pencil skirt works really well with a crop top and creates a sleek silhouette.
9Double Denim
Double denim is always a winning look, no matter which separates you choose. A distressed denim pencil skirt and an indigo shirt have been given a formal touch with an amazing pair of multi-strapped stilettos. Wear matching denim from top to toe or wear different washes, either way the ensemble will be amazing.
10Preppy Pink Leather
The blush pink leather is so chic and is the perfect tone for Spring, don’t you think? It has been styled in a delightfully preppy way with a blue striped Oxford shirt and matching loafers. The light grey tote bag perfectly complements the pink of the skirt, making this outfit so cohesive and beautiful.
11Bold and Bright Colours
12The Printed Pencil Skirt
Add a printed pencil skirt to your wardrobe and you will have your go-to piece for so many occasions. For example, this leopard print skirt looks uber cool styled with a printed tank and colour pop shoes, but it could also be worn with a black jumper and tights in the winter, or with flip-flops and a simple white tee for relaxed summer style.
13Gothic Grunge Style
14Sparkling Sequins
15Casual Winter Layering
16Power Dressing Perfection
17Denim with A Vintage Twist
Make your pencil skirt outfit completely unique by adding a piece of vintage apparel or accessory. The vintage wash denim of this pencil skirt has been perfectly paired with a retro Hawaiian shirt, which can be picked up so cheaply at a vintage store. Loving the quirky shoes, and the glimpse of the bikini gives a great beachy vibe.
18Matching Tailoring
19Evening Wear Elegance
20Vintage 1950s Style
21Statement Overcoat
22Mixed Prints
23Relaxed Natural Tones
24Front Row Chic
The exceptional personal style of this model is definitely ready for the front row of any fashion show. The artfully distressed denim skirt is stunning and works really well with the delicious mink tone of her shoes and fisherman jumper. A touch of the effortless has been added by shoulder-robing the tailored overcoat – all the fashionistas do it.
25Colour Clash
26Mixed Fabrics
27Casual Cool Leather
28Striped Pencil Skirt
29Elevated Street Style
30Denim and Leather
Leather and denim are two fabrics that always look good when worn together. A little denim jacket is ideal for Spring when the weather just isn’t quite warm enough to go bare-armed. Furthermore, a statement ankle boot is always a smart choice of footwear as it will go with everything, including the leather pencil skirt.