How to Buy a Tulip Skirt

Finding a tulip skirt that accentuates your figure depends heavily on your body type. When shopping for this type of skirt, you also have to consider the "look" you are going for. Before you shop, decide whether you are looking for a fun, kicky tulip skirt to wear on a "girls night out," or whether you want to add one to your "at the office" wardrobe.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Choose a tulip skirt with top pleats. If you are looking to create the illusion of having more curvaceous hips, buy a tulip skirt with pleats at the top, near the hips.

2. Buy a tulip skirt that flares at the bottom if you are top-heavy. A tulip skirt with a flirty flare on the bottom will help balance out the overall shape of women who have larger upper bodies.

3. Search for a tulip skirt with a slightly flared hem at the bottom for work. A tulip skirt that is fitted throughout, but flares ever-so-slightly at the bottom will add a dash of fun to your work wardrobe while still looking professional.

4. Decide on a long tulip skirt with soft pleats. A long tulip skirt with soft pleats running vertically will add romantic charm to your wardrobe.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure the skirt isn't too short. Tulip skirts that fall above the knee are inappropriate for the office, but great for the beach. This rule goes for both tall and short women.
• Make sure the skirt isn't too long. Tulip skirts, especially those with soft pleats, that are too long, will overwhelm any body type. A skirt that hits just below the knee is flattering for all body types.
• Avoid the bubble. Some tulip skirts are cut at the bottom to look similar to bubble skirts. This look is great if you are younger. Older women should avoid this.
• Don't pay attention to size; pay attention to fit. If you try to squeeze your size 10 body into a size 6 skirt, the look will be unflattering. Make sure you get the size that fits.

Resources

• See many tulip skirt designs at Nordstrom.