Maxi Hemlines Are Trending Hard for 2022—Especially These 8 Styling Ideas

Whether it's from the Y2K resurgence or the current top-dog moment Miu Miu is having in the sartorial world, it's no secret that micro miniskirts are the It item in fashion right now. And while I love admiring the daring skirts on the runway or for a great Instagram moment, I'm actually leaning towards the style's more practical counterpart: the maxi skirt. As a modest dresser, maxi hemlines have been a staple in my wardrobe for years, so it came much to my excitement when I spotted the style all over the runways this past year. Since then, the market options have been endless in comparison to before where I would have to do some deep dives to find a skirt that went past my calf.

Styling a maxi skirt is like second nature to me, but I know that's not the case for everyone, so I shared my favorite outfits that feature that anti–micro mini trend below. From vacation-ready sets to easy tanks and slip skirts, you'll want to recreate one of these looks immediately. Keep scrolling and start adding to that summer mood board.

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With the cottagecore trend booming, ruched tops and coordinating skirts are all over your favorite retailers. I like how this look is all-black and paired with elevated pearl accessories, making the look more upscale and edgy.

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When going for a minimal and clean look, a white T-shirt and black accessories will always be your best friends. 

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Summer is the season for crochet, and while I'm all for crochet sweaters, I'm intrigued by crochet skirts—especially the more colorful options. Add in a cool touch like Maria with sneakers and sporty sunglasses.

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Don't be afraid to play around with bright saturated shades. They're easy to style too, just add a white top and you're all set. (Feel free to stick to neutral accessories or a contrasting color.)

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Slip skirts and dresses can get repetitive, so that's why it's important to get creative with the accessorizing. Our editor Eliza took this simple maxi to the next level by adding a silk scarf around her waist. Not only does it add definition on the otherwise shapeless silhouette, but it also makes the look stand out.

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I couldn't only include one crochet skirt in this roundup, especially since summer is just around the corner. This time, go all out with coordinating crochet pieces.

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Tanks are obviously not new to the fashion world, but what was once seen as a casual basic is now seen as an elevated fashion staple. Kendall Jenner also wore a tank with a floor-length skirt at the Met, so what are you waiting for? 

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Associate Fashion Editor
Yusra Siddiqui is an editor who resides in New Jersey but bounces between the suburbs and NYC. (She's a Jersey girl at heart.) After interning at Who What Wear in 2019, she found her way to the team after graduating from LIM College in 2022 with a fashion media degree. She's also spent time writing and working for publications such as Fashionista, Coveteur, and Nylon, but she always knew that Who What Wear was where she was meant to be. When she's on the job, she's perusing runway shows, analyzing the latest thing fellow Gen Zers are up to on the internet, and sharing what she can about the modest-fashion market. You can also catch her dabbling in entertainment, talking about the costume choices of the latest Netflix series or diving deeper into how the plotline affects the viewers in a myriad of ways. Lastly, she likes to create content for Who What Wear's TikTok. Her personal time is spent doing similar but also different things—deep diving into almost every new TV show (Bridgerton, Gilmore Girls, and Stranger Things are favorites), planning her next local getaway (whenever that may be), and reading the latest Emily Henry or Sally Rooney novel in one sitting.