A slip skirt is a short woman’s dress, which closely resembles a petticoat or over-sleeve sweater.

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Half Slip Half Slip Shirt Extender Petticoat Skirt £25.35 @amazon.co.uk

It is traditionally hand-sewn on the right side, with straight stitching. The slip skirt usually looked like an underneath garment but was purposely intended to be shown, and via the application of sheer and lace embellishments, provide glimpses of the lower body below. The trends for the slips have changed over time, but there are still some popular looks that will always be in style.

The Drop Women's Maya Silky Slip Skirt
The Drop Women’s Maya Silky Slip Skirt £7.89 – £34.90 @amazon.co.uk

How to style a slip skirt is largely dependent on your body size. If you have large hips (especially if you have a full bust), you will want to avoid knee-high styled skirts, as they tend to make you look skinnier than you actually are. Instead, you will want to try to find low rise slip-skirts, which will help balance out your upper body.

Luxspire Women’s Bodycon Mini Skirts
Luxspire Women’s Bodycon Mini Skirts @amazon.co.uk

Another thing to keep in mind is that dresses with a high neckline can help to give you a slimmer appearance, as the neckline itself draws attention downward. Also, remember that dresses with high heeled designs are harder to slide than flat ones, so keep this in mind when choosing your design.

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New Sexy Woman V-Neck Strap Crop Tops Slip Long Skirt @amazon.co.uk

One final thing to keep in mind is that if you are trying to find a more simple style of slip, then you will want to go with an item with a basic design, as complicated designs tend to dig in your back.

This is the perfect example of one of the oldest techniques when it comes to learning how to style a slip skirt. However, today the skirt has moved from the schoolgirl look to something which is a bit edgier.

Many women choose to wear these types of slip-skirts, as they add a certain stylistic flair that many older women appreciate. In fact, many elderly women like to wear this style because it adds a certain glamour that is often missing from their lifestyle.

Jolie Max Womens Ladies Skater Skirt
Jolie Max Women’s Ladies Skater Skirt £7.99 @amazon.co.uk

If you are someone who likes to have a bit of a classic look, then you may want to consider wearing a crop top instead of a basic tee with skirts.

Vince Women's Slip Skirt
Vince Women’s Slip Skirt @amazon.co.uk

A cropped top can go well with other types of slip-skirts and even a basic black dress but is at its best used with a patterned skirt or a classic white top.

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Skirts Women Spring’s Fashionable Gothic Little Black Crescent Hanging Pleated Skirt £9.83 – 24.87 @aliexpress.com

Skirt outfits are often worn to complement other types of clothing, such as a blouse. These skirts are usually made from cotton or Lycra, so they are comfortable and easy to wear.

SHAPEWEAR SLIP SKIRT - INVISIBLES
SHAPEWEAR SLIP SKIRT – INVISIBLES £32 @calvinklein.co.uk

Regardless of which type of skirt you decide to wear, it is important to keep in mind the basics of fashion. These include choosing an outfit that is the right size for your body and picking an outfit that compliments your skin tone as well as your figure.

SHELBY SLIT SKIRT
SHELBY SLIT SKIRT £48.00 @prettylavish.co.uk

When it comes to choosing the right colour of the skirt, it can be a good idea to do some research before heading out the door to the mall. Choose colours that will match the season and add some accent colours wherever you choose to wear them.

Although there are many different ways on how to style a slip skirt, there are a few things that you should always keep in mind. For instance, always try to pair a skirt with a simple top.

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Crazy Chick Ladies Retro Underskirt 50s Vintage Petticoat Net Skirt £8.99 @amazon.co.uk

Also, you can pull off this look with virtually any type of top, including halter tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, and more.

 

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Don’t forget to pair your skirts with shoes that match or complement the fabric that the skirt is made from.

If the outfit is too casual or does not have much of a bold design to it, then you can always take it down a notch by wearing a little bit of jewellery, scarves, or a purse.

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