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.
AllSaints
Annalie asymmetric midi skirt - Black
£132.00
FARFETCH
Jacques Wei
Draped asymmetric maxi skirt Brown
£390.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Jacquemus
Asymmetric Viscose-Blend Midi Skirt size 40
£237.67
£475.34
GLAMOOD
-37%
Kocca
Midi Skirts, female, Blue, XL, Asymmetrical Pleated Skirt with Belt
£81.78
£129.20
Miinto
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.
-30%
Essentiel
Navy Glossary Midi Skirt Blue
£142.51
£203.61
Miinto
Frankie Shop
Oakdale pinstripe wide-leg pants Blue
£140.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Frankie Shop
Lui striped shorts Blue
£87.00
£125.00
Mytheresa
-75%
Andamane
Pinstriped Trousers NATHALIE with Two Pleats size 42
£113.64
£454.56
GLAMOOD
-15%
Michael Kors
Pinstripe Wool Blend Trousers Grey
£240.12
£282.75
Miinto
-75%
Dolce & Gabbana
High-Waisted Pinstriped Trousers size 40
£193.73
£774.91
GLAMOOD
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.
-57%
Ganni
Check Wool Mix Skirt Brown
£119.00
£275.00
Labels
-20%
Ganni
Checked wool wrap skirt Brown
£212.00
£265.00
Mytheresa
-18%
Self Portrait
Short Skirts, female, Gray, S, Prince Of Wales Check Pleated Midi Skirt Grey
£249.69
£304.49
Miinto
-30%
Ganni
Gingham high-rise cotton-blend maxi skirt Blue
£199.00
£285.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Citizens Of Humanity
Ayla mid-rise wide-leg jeans Blue
£152.00
£380.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Diesel
Wide Jeans, female, Blue, W27, Indigo Blue Denim Jeans Classic Style
£129.63
£217.50
Miinto
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.
-32%
AllSaints
Polyester Cavarly Metallic Maxi Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Silver
£135.90
£199.00
AllSaints
Fat Face
FatFace Tonia Black Circle Floral Midi Skirt
£59.00
FatFace
AllSaints
Cotton/Lyocell Sadie Barrel Leg Denim Jeans, Size: 24 Blue
£139.00
AllSaints
-45%
Isabel Marant
Straight-Leg Jeans NOEMIE Stonewashed Denim 22cm size 40
£235.72
£428.58
GLAMOOD
-20%
Dondup
Cropped Jeans, female, Black, W28, Black Logo Jeans with Pockets
£194.88
£243.60
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.
Serena Bute
Slouchy Jogger - Ecru White
£245.00
Serena Bute
Serena Bute
Slouchy Jogger - Navy Blue
£245.00
Serena Bute
Nike
Boucle High-Waisted Sherpa Sportswear Trousers Grey
£98.31
Miinto
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%
Fat Face
FatFace Annie Black Lace Midi Skirt
£48.00
£69.00
FatFace
Maison Close
LAmoureuse sheer-mesh waspie corset - Purple
£105.00
FARFETCH
-64%
AllSaints
Viscose Ari Kora Floral Print Ruffle Mini Dress, Size: UK 16/US 12 Pink
£63.90
£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.
