9 Pencil Skirt Outfits Perfect for Work
Typically when we think of pencil skirts, we immediately associate them with the office. And though we're not strongly opposed to this classic wardrobe staple, there is something that can feel stiff about the pencil skirt. After all, it's got a straight silhouette, has a longer hemline, and can even be—dare we say it—a bit dull. Thankfully, street style has once again come to the rescue and we've realized that interesting pencil skirt outfits are well within the realm of possibility. So to introduce the spring work season, we've gathered a selection of on-point ensembles for you to test-drive for spring. And because we know you may be short on your own collection of pencil skirts, we also sourced some of our favorite iterations to ensure your next jaunt to the workplace feels fashionable and elevated. Scroll down to see and shop.
Add a belt for definition.
Team an envelope wrap skirt with a bright, bold print.
Just when you thought pencil skirts were dull.
Pair your pencil skirt with a matching top.
Add a straw bag to give your pencil skirt the Jane Birkin effect.
A skirt suit looks ideal when accessorized with tasseled loafers.
Contrast your pencil skirt and heels with a stylish hoodie.
Splurge on a beaded pencil skirt.
Three words: perfect in pink.
SHOP PENCIL SKIRTS FOR WORK
Wear with a poplin shirt and pointed-toe mules.Available in sizes 0 to 8.
Test-drive everybody's favorite brand right now.Available in sizes 6 to 8.
Nothing feels more suitable for spring than a gingham print.Available in sizes 14W to 20W.
Click for stylish work outfits you can wear with sneakers.
Nicole Kliest is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City who focuses on fashion, travel, food, wine, and pretty much anything else that's amusing to write about. After graduating from Pepperdine University with a bachelor's in journalism and creative writing, she started her career back in 2010 as Who What Wear's photo editor and throughout the last decade has contributed to publications including Fashionista, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, The Zoe Report, PopSugar, Fodor's Travel, and several others. She also copywrites and has worked with clients such as Frame, Sea, 3x1, Intelligentsia, and others to develop brand voices through storytelling and creative marketing. She's very passionate about the ways we can improve our sustainability efforts in the fashion industry as well as cultivating content that's diverse and inclusive of all people. When she's not checking out the latest restaurant opening in her West Village neighborhood or riding her bicycle along the West Side Highway, she can be found scheming her next trip somewhere around the world. (Up next is Vienna.)
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