How to Wear the Right Spring Skirts

With the dawn of spring, the dark boots and woolen skirts of winter can be put back in the closet. It is the time for fun and flirty skirts, worn with flats or even toe-bearing sandals. Wear the right spring skirts this year by keeping a few simple rules in mind as you shop.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Shop for spring with your own body in mind. Depending on your body type, skirts of different silhouettes will be more or less flattering, though the A-line silhouette is typically figure-friendly for most body types.

2. Buy skirts with specific types of spring events in mind. Whether you make appearances at cocktail parties or take a seat on the soccer bleachers, you should have the right skirt in your closet for the occasion.

3. Pick out skirts that can easily transition from work to play to get the biggest bang from your spring wardrobe dollar. Skirts of cotton twill can be worn to the office when paired with a coordinating jacket, and then dressed down with a cardigan or other sweater for after-work fun.

4. Splurge on one trendy spring skirt each year. Fashion dictates at least one skirt silhouette each season that is sure to be discarded in the next, so shop for the least expensive trendy silhouette you can find to save money on these "flash-in-the-pan" styles.

5. Invest in a skirt that you can build your wardrobe around. Neutral tones and long-wearing, quality fabrics are worth the extra money you may pay for wardrobe standards such as the straight or pleated skirt for spring.

6. Choose a skirt for casual wear that complements your active lifestyle when spring comes around. Living an active, outdoor lifestyle calls for silhouettes like the skort (or short-and-skirt combination).

7. Wear the right color skirt for your skin tone, no matter what the season may be. Colors such as yellows and oranges may make those with reddish undertones appear sallow, while the warmer pink and red tones will help your skin glow, even after a long cold winter.

Tips & Warnings

• Bring along your favorite blouse or sweater when you shop for skirts so that you can find coordinating items in the store. You can extend the life of your wardrobe by building around components that complement each other.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for cleaning your new skirts. Directions such as "Dry Clean Only" should be heeded, especially when dealing with delicate fabrics such as silks and wool blends.