It Girls Avoid Pairing 2026's Viral Skirt Trend With Flip-Flops—Instead, They Opt for These Stylish Closed-Toe Shoes.
Since summer and skirts are a natural combination, I deemed it the perfect moment to highlight a significant skirt trend to wear along with suitable shoe options. People have officially swapped their full midi skirts for a trend that’s more streamlined and wonderfully inspired by the '90s: knee-length pencil skirts. These skirts are currently trending, and the most stylish celebrities are fully embracing them. The most popular version of this trend features knee-length skirts made from taffeta or satin, which Olivia Wilde recently showcased during a promotional event in London.
If you’re tired of sandals and looking for a shoe that elevates your outfits, you’ll be happy to know that instead of the usual flip-flops, Wilde complemented her navy taffeta-esque knee-length skirt with a pair of ruched loafers. Although this flat-shoe trend might typically be linked to fall and winter, it pairs beautifully with the right pieces, like her skirt, making it suitable for summer. Continue reading to see the undeniable evidence for yourself.
The Skirt + Shoes Worn by Olivia Wilde
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Outfit details on Olivia Wilde: Saint Laurent Eyewear Mica Sunglasses ($495); Liffner Leather Clutch ($475); Reformation Ani Ruched Loafers ($278)
Shop Satin and Taffeta Knee-Length Skirts
Prada: Taffeta Midi-Skirt in Navy
Reformation: Layla Silk Knee-Length Skirt
Tory Burch: Deconstructed Satin Skirt
Aritzia: Babaton August Satin Skirt
Vince: Satin A-Line Knee Skirt
Shop Elegant Ruched Loafers
Reformation: Ani Ruched Loafers
G.H.BASS: Rumi Penny Loafers
SAINT LAURENT: Laurent Glossed-Leather Loafers
Reformation: Francine Ruched Loafers
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