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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