There are so many different types of skirts out there, but I have to say that one of the best types is skater skirts.
With their high waist and flared silhouette, they can add something to virtually any outfit. Pair them with a long-sleeved tee and boots for winter or a cropped blouse and sandals for a beach-ready look.
No matter what you decide on, you’re sure to look cute in a skater skirt. Let’s take a look at some options with these cute outfits with skater skirts.1. White Off-The-Shoulder Bodysuit With Black Floral Print Skirt and Nude Heels
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If you want a simple outfit that instantly stands out, try some contrasting colors. Then, to round out the contrasting shades, feel free to add some cute neutral pieces like these nude heels. Buy this skirt at Lulus.
2. Mint Green Floral Cropped Blouse and Matching Skirt With Strappy Heels
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There’s nothing like a good two-piece set. No wardrobe malfunctions, no drama, just a cute outfit that’s ready to go.
And when you get to rock a perfect spring/summer look with a cropped blouse and adorable skater skirt? Even better. Buy this skirt at Lulus.3. Blue Floral Off-The-Shoulder Crop Top With Matching Skirt and White Sandals
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Outfits like this one are perfect for summer since they’re comfortable, lightweight, and breezy. Plus, since the top and skirt match, you have a fashionable outfit that’s ready to go when you need it.
Add some strappy heels, a sun hat, and some simple jewelry, and you’re ready to go out on the town. Buy this skirt at Lulus.4. Cream-Colored Tee With Blue Floral Skirt and Ruffled Heels
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When you have a patterned skirt, sometimes it’s best to keep the rest of the outfit simple so it can get the full spotlight. That’s what’s happening with this outfit, which has a solid cream-colored tee under a blue floral skirt.
Then, the other accessories are kept simple with some coordinating blue tones. Buy this skirt at Lulus.5. Lilac Tank Top and Sandals With Multicolored Floral Skirt
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Lilac is a somewhat underutilized color in the fashion world, but it’s certainly one I can appreciate. Even the simplest items can look cute in a lilac shade and pair well with white or pastel items like this floral skirt. Buy this skirt at Lulus.
6. Lilac Button-up Blouse With Ivory Tiered Skirt and White Heels
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As mentioned, lilac and white are a perfect pair, but that’s not to say you should forget about ivory. This outfit showcases that light neutrals also pair well with pastel colors. Buy this skirt at Lulus.
7. Floral Cropped Halter Top and Matching Skirt With Strappy Heels
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Cropped halter tops are one of the many items that go well with skater skirts. Since skater skirts have a high-waist fit, they give your outfit a bit of a midriff for a cute flair. Buy this skirt at Lulus.
8. Cream Ruffle Tank Top With Multicolored Floral Skirt and Strappy Heels
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If you love traditionally feminine fashions, one way to show that off is through ruffles. You don’t have to go overboard, though — a few ruffle details here and there are enough to convey that style.
This outfit simply has ruffle straps in the tank top and ruffle details in the skater skirt, yet it still looks ultra-cute. Buy this skirt at Lulus.9. Cream Square-Neck Bodysuit With Multicolored Floral Skirt and Nude Heels
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Pink and purple are lovely spring colors, but if they’re not your thing, don't worry. Yellow outfits also work well, which you can easily tone down with some neutral pieces for a sophisticated and elegant look. Buy this skirt at Lulus.
10. White Ruffle-Sleeve Bodysuit With Matching Heels and Green Ruffled Floral Skirt
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Ruffle skirts go well with simple tanks or tees, but if you want to make your outfit look super coordinated, adding another ruffle element can do just that.
This outfit showcases that perfectly, with ruffle sleeves and a ruffle skirt that look like they were made to match. Buy this skirt at Pink Lily.11. Pink Asymmetrical Sleeve Top With Navy and Pink Floral Skirt and White Open-Toe Boots
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Adding an element of asymmetry to an already great outfit is one way to make it pop. This outfit has cute open-toe boots, a matching sun hat, and a floral skirt that all go well together.
Then when you look at the top, it stands out even more thanks to the asymmetrical sleeves, all while coordinating perfectly with the colors on the skirt. Buy this skirt at Pink Lily.12. White Cropped Blouse With Eyelet Details and Matching Skirt
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Outfits are truly all in the details. While this would normally be a simple white outfit, it looks cute thanks to the eyelet details in both the top and skirt.
Then add some white strappy heels or sandals, and you’ll be ready to take on the day. Buy this skirt at ASOS.13. Black Cropped Tank With Matching Skirt and White Sneakers
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Most of the looks I’ve taken a look at so far have been cute, but that’s far from the only aesthetic you can get with skater skirts.
Paired with a simple crop top and some sneakers, you can have an athletic-looking outfit that’s great for going out on a walk or running some errands. Buy this skirt at ASOS.14. Lilac Crop Top With Lilac and Green Skirt
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Colors that usually clash in their darker shades can look great together in their pastel form. In this case, light purple and green work perfectly together to convey a springtime feel. Buy this skirt at ASOS.
15. Sunflower Print Cropped Blouse and Matching Skirt
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Try something that’s sunflower printed if you want a fashionable way to incorporate more yellow into your outfits.
You can even go all-out sunflower like this matching top and skirt. Just add some gold jewelry to complete the look. Buy this skirt at ASOS.16. White Cropped Long-Sleeve Top With Belted Black Skirt and Nude Strappy Heels
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Anything cropped can go well with a skater skirt, including a cropped long-sleeve high neck top like this one.
It’s a great end-of-summer/fall outfit for when the weather is a little bit cooler but not cold enough to wear multiple layers. Buy this skirt at ASOS.17. White Bralette Top With Matching Eyelet Skirt and Sneakers
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Normally this white ruffled skirt could work well at a daytime event, but one easy way to dress it down is to add sneakers and a solid bralette top. Then it’s casual fashion with a bit of flair. Buy this skirt at ASOS.
18. Black and White Cropped Tank and Matching Skirt With Transparent Heels
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Two-piece sets like this one are quick to put on since they already match, giving you plenty of time for accessorizing.
Some silver earrings or bangles would go well with this outfit. You could also paint your nails or get an acrylic black nail design, so all the details are on-point. Buy this skirt at ASOS.19. Light Pink Bralette Top With White Skirt and Brown Sandals
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Besides lilac, another great color pairing with white is light pink. Even though this outfit is simple with a pink tank and white skater skirt, the color palette makes it look lovely.
Plus, this color palette goes well with darker neutrals like this girl’s brown sandals. Buy this skirt at ASOS.20. Black One-Strap Tank Top and Strappy Heels With Yellow Satin Mini Skirt
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I mentioned toning down yellow with neutrals earlier, but there’s also the option of having yellow take the spotlight, just like in this outfit.
The contrast between the black elements like the heels and top makes the bright and bold yellow stand out even more. Buy this skirt at Nasty Gal.21. Black Tank Top and Heels With Black, White, and Pink Patterned Skirt
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White and pink outfits tend to look cute, while black and pink outfits tend to look bold. This is especially true if you have a bright pink shade against black since it creates contrast, like with this skirt.
Then just add a pink and black nail design to finish the look. Buy this skirt at Express.22. Pink Floral Print Top With Matching Skirt and Beige Heels
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Pink goes well with black and white, but what other colors does it go with? Well, it goes with pretty much any neutral, like the heels paired with this two-piece floral set. Buy this skirt at Express.
23. White Tank Top and Silver Heels With Tan and Blue Floral Skirt
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Creating an all-neutral outfit besides one color can make the color stand out, just like in this outfit. The white, tan, and silver would ordinarily look a little plain, but the blue in the skirt instantly pops out against them. Buy this skirt at Express.
24. White Long-Sleeve Crop Top and Sneakers With Plaid Skirt
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Preppy looks are another style that benefits from adding a skater skirt. The outfits are simple to put together since plaid skater skirts look great with solid tees and crop tops.
Just add a pair of sneakers like this girl for a casual feel. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.25. Black Long-Sleeve Top and Boots With White Skirt
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Skater skirts look great with just about every shoe type, and boots are no different. Adding some to your skater skirt outfit is a perfect way to warm it up when the weather gets colder, like in the fall. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
26. Purple Tank Top With Black Skirt and Boots
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Boots don’t just need to be for winter, though. Pairing a skater skirt with a tank top and some boots works as a great warm-weather look. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
27. Sleeveless White Bralette Top and Orange Sandals With Black and White Print Skirt
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If you want to look vacation-ready but aren’t sure what to wear, a cute skater skirt paired with a bralette top is a great place to start. Add a sun hat and some cute shades, and you’re ready to go. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
28. White Ruffle Off-The-Shoulder Top and Dusty Pink Polka Dot Skirt
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If you want to add a cute twist to your outfit, consider adding a tiered skater skirt. They call to mind petticoat skirts of old while giving the style a modern twist. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
29. Black Long-Sleeve Ruffle Top and Knee-High Boots With Black Plaid Skirt
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These days, preppy style is all about putting a personal spin on traditional academic-looking outfits. And what better way to do that than with a ruffle blouse, boots, and a plaid skater skirt? Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
30. Black Butterfly Applique Top and Matching Skirt With Black Strappy Heels
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Butterfly outfits aren’t just for kids, and this outfit proves it. The black butterfly appliques in the skirt give the outfit an elegant, flowy feel that this outfit needs to shine. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.
31. White Bralette Top and Strappy Heels With Red and White Polka Dot Skirt
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Red and white is an eye-catching color combination that can make any outfit pop.
Even with their contrast, you can still make the outfit a little more cohesive-looking if you pair a red and white pattern with a white element, just like in this outfit. Buy this skirt at SHEIN.Summary and Top Picks
There are so many ways to style skater skirts, as they work with everything from cutesy to preppy looks. I hope this guide gave you some ideas on the many things you can wear with them.
Out of all of these, my favorite looks were 1 (White Off-The-Shoulder Bodysuit With Black Floral Print Skirt and Nude Heels), 11 (Pink Asymmetrical Sleeve Top With Navy and Pink Floral Skirt and White Open-Toe Boots), and 14 (Lilac Crop Top With Lilac and Green Skirt) since the floral skater skirts in these outfits were adorable and coordinated well with the other elements.
Which of these outfits were your favorites and why? Do you have any questions? Let me know in the comments below.
