The Y2K “Skirt-over-pants” look is making its return in 2024
Even though trend forecasters often disagree on what will be the next big thing, there is a little something they are all agreeing on: the return of the “skirt over pants” trend. You read that right, one of the most controversial Y2K styles will come back stronger than ever in 2024. It’s true what they say about fashion being circular…
Representing creativity and individuality in fashion, this bold aesthetic is emerging as a new way to layer clothing and create unique silhouettes. The trend has seen a 37% increase in Google searches for the keyword “skirt-over-pants” during December 2023. On Stylight we’ve registered an 11% increase in demand for asymmetrical skirts, a popular staple for the Y2K look.
-50%
Roman
Abstract Print Asymmetric Stretch Skirt Red
£16.00
£32.00
Roman
AllSaints
Annalie asymmetric midi skirt - Black
£132.00
FARFETCH
-38%
Roman
Geo Print Asymmetric A-Line Skirt Black
£20.00
£32.00
Roman
Jacques Wei
Draped asymmetric maxi skirt Brown
£280.00
Mytheresa
This is the year to rock the perfect Disney Channel-esque skirt-over-pants combo, and to look trendy doing it. Don’t believe us? Read on to see our picks for the six chicest ways to style skirts over pants.
A monochrome, suiting-inspired skirt-over-pants look slots in perfectly with the Y2K Office Siren trend we’ve seen gaining popularity during the last months of 2023. Yoyo Cao’s argyle sweater and colour-coordinated shoulder bag flawlessly finish off the look.
-16%
Jucca
Maxi Skirts, female, Gray, S, Long Flannel Skirt Grey
£201.71
£241.16
Miinto
-40%
Sportmax
Ragno pinstripe miniskirt Black
£216.00
£360.00
Mytheresa
-54%
Soho-t
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Black
£62.00
£135.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Possé
Thea pinstripe high-rise linen pants Brown
£174.00
£290.00
Mytheresa
-56%
Berwich
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Blue
£84.00
£192.00
Yoox.com
-50%
Sir.
Guillaume pinstripe pants Brown
£195.00
£390.00
Mytheresa
-19%
Hartford
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Blue
£88.00
£109.00
Yoox.com
Plaid and tartan skirts over jeans seem to be the most popular way to style the skirt-over-pants trend. Go super bold and colourful like Adewunmi Erhabor or more casual with jeans and neutral shades.
-20%
Ganni
Checked wool wrap skirt Brown
£212.00
£265.00
Mytheresa
Roman
Check Print Pocket Stretch A line Skirt Green
£26.00
Roman
Maje
BOTTOMWEAR - Shorts & Bermuda Shorts on YOOX.COM Grey
£143.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Checked miniskirt Beige
£245.00
£350.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Frame Denim
The Wide wide-leg jeans Blue
£135.00
£270.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Bogner
Dyna wide fit jeans for women - Dark Denim Blue - 26
£165.00
£275.00
Bogner
-60%
Citizens Of Humanity
Ayla mid-rise wide-leg jeans Blue
£152.00
£380.00
Mytheresa
Adopting a Scandi-inspired approach is another super cool way to do skirts over pants. A breezy white balloon skirt paired with straight-leg jeans, an interesting sweater, and ugly-chic sneakers will make you look instantly stylish.
Roman
Boho Floral Shirred Waist Maxi Skirt
£36.00
Roman
-74%
Fat Face
FatFace Ali Orange Tropical Floral Skirt
£12.00
£46.00
FatFace
AllSaints
Viscose Eva Elasticated Waist Tiered Maxi Skirt, Size: S Black
£139.00
AllSaints
-30%
Max Mara
Balco high-rise straight jeans Black
£178.00
£255.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Dondup
Cropped Jeans, female, Black, W28, Black Logo Jeans with Pockets
£194.88
£243.60
Miinto
-60%
Dsquared2
Slim-Fit Jeans TWIGGY High-Waist size 40
£231.31
£578.26
GLAMOOD
-24%
Levi's
501 Crop Grey Jeans
£178.05
£233.93
Miinto
Baggy pants—whether they are jeans, cargo, or slacks—surprisingly lend themselves very well to being layered with a skirt. The draped, voluminous silhouette they create can be highlighted with an equally drapey top for a fashion-forward look.
-60%
Palm Angels
Oversized cargo pants Beige
£242.00
£606.00
Mytheresa
Levi's
XL Straight Jeans - Womens - 23X29 - Blue
£110.00
Levi's
Lounge
Soft Waffle Pyjama Bottoms - Mink - XXL
£40.00
Lounge
-65%
Quira
Oversized Casual Cotton Trousers with Elastic Waist size 40
£210.00
£600.00
GLAMOOD
Remember last summer’s fishnet craze? As Liat Neuman teaches us, layering your fishnet skirt or dress over wide-leg jeans adds an interesting textural twist to your look. Not only that, but it allows you to get more wear out of items—like fishnet skirts—that would be otherwise very season-specific.
-30%
Dorothee Schumacher
Sheer Flowers floral draped midi skirt Red
£196.00
£280.00
Mytheresa
AllSaints
Viscose Eva Elasticated Waist Tiered Maxi Skirt, Size: S Black
£139.00
AllSaints
-30%
Fat Face
FatFace Annie Black Lace Midi Skirt
£48.00
£69.00
FatFace
-60%
AllSaints
Viscose Ari Kora Floral Print Ruffle Mini Dress, Size: UK 14/US 10 Pink
£71.00
£179.00
AllSaints
The mix of genres, the desire to challenge norms, and the search for non-conformist fashion have fueled this trend and made it into a gender-neutral revolution. The silhouette of a pleated skirt paired with baggy jeans is soon to become a menswear staple.
