Skirts Knowledge Centre
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Skirts Knowledge Centre
Everything behind a great skirt -- types, lengths, pleats, fabrics and fit -- in ten plain-English hubs.
A skirt is chosen on shape, length and fabric as much as looks. These ten hubs give you the full vocabulary -- from pencil and A-line to pleats, bias cut and paperbag waists -- so you can buy the right skirt with confidence. Browse women's skirts (/collections/womens-skirts-shorts).
Skirt Types
Pencil, A-line, pleated, wrap and more
Lengths & Hemlines
Micro, mini, midi, maxi and hems
Silhouettes & Fit
A-line, pencil, bias, tulip and more
Pleats
Knife, box, accordion, sunburst and more
Waistbands & Rise
High, mid, low, paperbag and elasticated
Fabrics
Denim, cotton, jersey, satin and more
Construction
Linings, vents, splits, zips and hems
Occasion Guide
Work, evening, casual and holiday
Care
Washing, drying and storing by fabric
Buying Guide
How to choose shape, length and fit
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