- Popularity of the pencil skirt first grew during the 1950s, because of the slimming effect the skirt had on the body. The pencil skirt is a redefined version of the earlier Hobble Skirt.
- The style falls just at or just below the knee. It has a straight and narrow cut, but also hugs the curves of a woman's body. Often times the skirt will feature a back slit or pleat to give the wearer a little more comfort as the style can often times be restrictive.
- Buy your own pencil skirt in a variety of fabrics, including wool, cotton, jersey, linen and even cashmere.
- Often sold as one part of a woman's suit, the pencil skirt may be paired with jackets or blazers of varying lengths. The skirt is also flattering with a tucked in blouse and a slim belt. A pair of heels is the ideal footwear to finish the look.
- Luckily this particular style of skirt can be worn by women of varying body types. Instead of choosing bulkier and looser clothes, women should consider donning a correctly sized pencil skirt that will flatter her body.
