Name a better warm-weather combination than maxi skirts and sandals. Wearing long flowy skirts and open-toed shoes is part of the unspoken style rule book. While the combo isn't exactly revolutionary, it's an effortless outfit option worn again and again by the fashion crowd as the weather begins to warm and we trade massive sweaters for miniskirts.
Now that everyone's defrosting, we're examining some of the best ways to wear spring and summer's hottest looks: the maxi skirt trend and timeless sandal styles. Below, browse a few different ways to wear everyone's favorite pairings this year. Plus, I share some weather-appropriate favorites you can shop now to step up your style game as we head into sunnier weather.
Tiered Maxi Skirts + Chunky Sandals
Fashion is all about putting unexpected elements together—like this combination of a chunky sandal with a feminine yet edgy maxi skirt. Not only is it incredibly playful for warm-weather escapades, but the versatile nature of both elements lets you wear it repeatedly with items likely already in your closet. Consider it your latest go-to look.
White Maxi Skirts + Thong Sandals
Is there anything more perfect for warm weather than summer whites and thong sandals? Given how cute this outfit combination is, probably not. It's also insanely easy to pull off. If you don't already have these spring and summer essentials in your closet, here are the duos I'm eyeing.
Linen Maxi Skirts + Leather Slides
Ring, ring! French girls are calling, and they love the no-nonsense look of linen maxi skirts paired with leather sandals. Although Who What Wear editor Judith Jones, pictured above, is only a French girl at heart, she's got the look down pat. This breezy combination is perfect for lounging around the South of France or, if you're like me, sprawling around Central Park pretending you're in the South of France.
Slit Maxi Skirts + Sporty Sandals
As a proponent of comfortable footwear, I feel like I'm always living in my Teva sandals. While the outdoorsy style is more akin to biker shorts and oversized tees, I absolutely love the way a flowy, printed slit skirt looks with the technical aspects of hiking and running sandals.
Silk Maxi Skirts + Heeled Sandals
If you want to take your formal outfits to the next level this spring, a silk skirt and a pair of minimal, heeled sandals is the way to go. Fashion people have loved the combination for years, and it makes total sense when you see how easy it is to put together.
Printed Maxi Skirts + Strappy Sandals
Nothing says spring more than bright patterns. This timeless skirt combination is one of our faves—it's brunch approved, too.
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