The Leather Skirt Goes Demure

Leather jackets and coats are accepted without question. But, leather pants and skirts are usually put in the "too sexy" or even worse "slutty" categories.

Leather Calf Length Skirt, $250 from TopShop

However, this fall/winter, the leather skirt is going less club and more work appropriate.

Antik Batik Leather Pencil Skirt, $445 from Style Bop

The number one thing you should look for when buying a leather skirt is length. Anything above the knee is out!. The second most important aspect is cut, i.e. how tight is the skirt? A pencil skirt is permissible if it isn't too tight. Though, an a-line skirt would be keeping it safe.

Leather Ponte Pencill Skirt, $254.99 from Anne Klein

Other than length and cut of the skirt, the leather itself is also important. Faux leather looks cheap, therefore, you will look cheap- sorry! If you want to wear this look, you need to spend the extra money to make sure the skirt is classy and ladylike.

Leather Pencil Skirt, $123.99 from Talbots

Pair your leather skirt with a blouse or sweater. If you go with a short sleeved or sleeveless top, make sure that too much skin isn't exposed. Skip halter, backless and low cut tops.

Be daring and give a leather skirt a try. You will probably find yourself feeling sexy and powerful!

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Day to Night Skirts

I'm a dress, skinny black pants, skinny jeans and jeggings person. The few skirts I have rarely make it out of the closet. So, I began thinking what makes a skirt "good"? And, how should I incorporate skirts into my wardrobe?

Gryphon Silk Chiffon Scalloped Skirt, $149 from Gilt

Skirts are kind of funny pieces of clothing. In my mind, they are half dress and half pants. A dress is a complete outfit- no figuring out what top to wear or what pants work best. A skirt is feels dressier, like a dress, but you still have the problem that pants present to find a perfect top.

Elizabeth and James Paper Bag Skirt, $185 from ShopBop

Though, like dresses and pants, a skirt can be casual (denim), work appropriate (pencil) or for going out (the little black skirt). Casual and work skirts, at least in my mind, seem to be well defined. But, it is that going out skirt that is so difficult to wear. You don't want to look slutty (hello, little black skirt), but you still want to look dressier for night. Maybe a day to night skirt is the answer?

Derek Lam Panel Front Wrap Skirt, $495 from ShopBop

I decided to look for skirts in colors other than black, with interesting details and luxe fabrics. With the focus on the skirt, you don't need a top that screams for attention. Go with simple tanks (Rory Beca has some great options) that you can throw a jacket over when the weather cools. In the spring and summer, opt for strappy heels or gladiator sandals. You can wear tights with chunkier heels or boots in the fall and winter.

Wink Tiz Skirt, $225 from ShopBop

If you must have a black skirt in your wardrobe, look for one that is not the typical tight, black mini. Still, keep your top simple, but don't be afraid to add some bold color.

Dallin Chase Black Dobby Skirt, $38 from ideeli

See, skirts are more versatile than I thought. I'm going to stock up now!

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