The Easy Skirt-and-Boot Look I'm Imitating From Individuals in Paris and Milan
If there's one thing that both Parisians and Milanese residents can agree on (aside from their love for espresso and expertly styled haircuts), it’s the unparalleled elegance of a stylish skirt-and-boot pairing. As a fashion editor, my role involves scouting the finest street style during fashion month, and honestly, the most prevalent style formula I observed was the combination of a sleek slip skirt with the ideal boots. Whether it was ankle boots matched with an oversized blazer or knee-high boots worn with a slinky satin blouse, the streets were a tutorial in looking effortlessly chic—while undoubtedly putting in effort.
Naturally, I'm now on a quest to recreate that enchanting look without having to fly to France or Italy. I’ve curated a selection of the best outfits to shop right now, inspired by the fashionable girls confidently walking the arrondissements and cobblestone streets of Milan. Below, find some of the best slip skirt and boot outfit inspirations.
How to style: Camel slip skirt, oversized blazer, and black ankle boots.
- The Frankie Shop: Bea Crepe Blazer
- J.Crew: Gwyneth Slip Skirt in Viscose Charmeuse
- Michael Kors: Maude Leather Boot
How to style: Ivory slip skirt, '60s ruffled top, and brown knee-high boots.
- Zara: Ruffled Embroidered Shirt
- Tony Bianco: Fantasy Heeled Boot
How to style: Peony slip skirt, ribbed tank, and red ankle boots. (Image credit: Getty Images)
- Favorite Daughter: The Ribbed Tank
- Nation LTD: Gaia Bias Cut Maxi Skirt
- Jeffrey Campbell: No-Space Boots
How to style: White slip skirt, V-neck sweater, and slouchy black boots.
- Mango: Knitted Polo-Neck Sweater
- Reformation: Bella Satin Skirt
- Reformation: Rosie Mid Shaft Boot
How to style: Black slip skirt, textured knit sweater, and suede knee-high boots.
- The Group: Kerez Merino Wool Turtleneck
- ZARA: Satin Effect Midi Skirt
- Reformation: Remy Knee Boot
How to style: White slip skirt, gray cardigan, and black knee-high boots.
- Sam Edelman: Sylvia Knee High Boot
How to style: Black slip skirt, silk tie-front blouse, and heeled pointed-toe boots.
- Reformation: Rosina Silk Top
How to style: Leopard-print slip skirt, graphic tee, and combat boots.
- GANNI: Printed Organic Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
- Mango: Leopard-Print Satin Skirt
How to style: Printed slip skirt, leather jacket, and black chunky boots.
- Pucci: Printed Semi-Sheer Maxi Skirt
- Miu Miu: Leather Harness Buckle Biker Ankle Boots
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The Easy Skirt-and-Boot Look I'm Imitating From Individuals in Paris and Milan
Here are the top outfit ideas featuring slip skirts and boots directly from the street style scene in Paris and Milan.