I Can't Stop Obsessing Over This Pretty Skirt Trend—20 of the Chicest to Style With Your Sweaters This Fall

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I'm a sucker for a pretty trend. If there's lace, silk, chiffon, bows, or ruffles involved it's very likely going straight into my cart. My latest obsession is by no means a new invention but thanks to a whole host of cool celebs and well-dressed women on Instagram backing it, it's having a moment in the fashion spotlight (and I for one, couldn't be happier). The style in question is a lace-trimmed slip skirt. Pretty, feminine, and chic—it is the perfect piece to wear right now as we settle into fall. Whether you opt for a lace trimmed silky midi skirt in autumnal hues (such as Dôen's gorgeous Elowen Lace-Trimmed Silk-Charmeuse Midi Skirt), or a chic ivory or black mini skirt (such as J.Crew's Gwen Lace-Trim Slip Skirt in Textured Satin), it's going to give your outfit an elevated, eye-catching, and an alluring touch.

My rule to pulling off a pretty trend such as this without it coming off as too cutesy or saccharine is to offset it with something contrasting, such as a masculine blazer, oversize button-down, or my personal favorite—a sumptuously soft relaxed sweater. The two contrasting elegant textures make for one extremely chic fall outfit. Finish the look with kitten heels or leather knee-high boots once the weather starts cool.

I rounded up some of my favorite lace-trimmed slip skirts on the market right now that will unquestionably make your fall wardrobe chicer, as well as plenty of outfits featuring the trend to get you inspired.

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Alexa Chung in lace trimmed slip skirt and sweater

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woman in slip skirt and trench coat

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woman in lace trimmed slip skirt and top

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Judith Jones
Senior Fashion Market Editor

Judith Jones is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear who specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.