Hemline Headache: Maxi or Midi? We couldn’t possibly choose!
We’ve got a sartorial predicament on our hands. Should our wardrobe loyalties lie with the all-concealing maxi skirt, or should we take the snip and opt for the midi?
It’s a toughie, we know, but with recent fashion inclinations leaning toward the latter, and Mad Men fever seriously gripping the catwalks as we’re headed towards a ‘50s revival (thanks, Miuccia), the midi has been making serious waves in fashion circles.
The maxi isn’t far behind though. Fast becoming a permanent fixture in the wardrobes of the style conscious; the maxi skirt isn’t just a summer flirtation, but looks equally winter-appropriate teamed with a chunky knit.
We’re still torn, though. We love that the maxi will give the illusion of a few added extra inches to our already lacking pins. But we also love how the calf-skimming midi will let us show off those killer Jimmy Choo’s, and the heels in turn will make our calves appear gazelle-like. (We hope.) So, we’ve decided to select the best of each, and let you take on the difficult task of deciding!
The Midi Contenders
Acne Romantic printed taffeta midi skirt, £310, available at Net-a-porter
Marble Run print calf skirt, £55, available at Topshop
Marni midi skirt, £408 £285, available at My Theresa
Accordion pleat skirt, £39.99, available at Zara
The Maxi Contenders
D&G Tulle maxi skirt, £435, available at Net-a-porter
T by Alexander Wang Silk Maxi Skirt, £59, available at My Theresa
Front Split maxi skirt, £40, Topshop
Missoni Giunilla crochet-knit print maxi skirt, £730 £295, available at My Theresa
Author: Farhana Nazir
Lover of Italian food, cold mornings and chatting over hazardous amounts of coffee about controversial fashion matters.
Farhana started off wanting to be a barrister, but fast realised they’re not as fashionable with those wigs! Her goal for 2012? To finally deliver talks on the importance of cupcakes in nations where Danish pastries still rule!
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