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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Is this skirt too short? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:34:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php star on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444162 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 22:47:10 +0000 star 1444162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The length is fine but its just too flarey... rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444149 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 22:29:40 +0000 rachylou 1444149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Too playful, L'Abeille? I must go back and read the thread. It's an interesting thought. Maybe that's what seemed off to me about the skirt. It's playful, and I'm pretty serious... No really ;) L'Abeille on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444137 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 22:02:21 +0000 L'Abeille 1444137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Don't change a thing, Rachy! I think this outfit looks perfect as is. I would feel self-conscious in a pencil skirt that length, which is much more revealing as well as bombshell. With a pleated skirt, the fullness actually covers more of the legs, especially when you sit down. A very full skater skirt is different because it is shorter and so flippy it is likely to flip up. With this, no problem unless you are walking downstairs or in a high wind. (I couldn't understand the suggestion, on my gentlewoman thread, that I was too playful for gentlewoman style, but maybe my dissenting opinion here is evidence of that?) rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444135 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 21:57:30 +0000 rachylou 1444135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ok, I will try thinking of the skirt as a genre item and see then. Try it with different shoes/boots. Nix the sweater if I will step one foot outside my neighborhood. I wonder if putting my hair up would help spooky cheerleader any (within neighborhood bounds, that is)? It's all about dignity, really. Whether or not you look like you have Gossip Girls downloaded to your phone. catgirl on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444073 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 19:13:16 +0000 catgirl 1444073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Funny, I tried on a very similar length Vince skirt on sale recently. I rather liked it but it did feel almost like wearing shorts at that length. I think with the right look (spunky boots, cute hat, tights) it's not too short! trekkiegirl on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444063 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 18:47:12 +0000 trekkiegirl 1444063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good lord it's barely above your knee, how is that possibly too short?? columbine(erin) on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1444014 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 17:15:17 +0000 columbine(erin) 1444014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Tricking out your walker with fringe!! Hahaha! The skirt is girly and short but doesn't look inappropriate on you. Ann in New England on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443982 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 15:36:38 +0000 Ann in New England 1443982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Honestly, I think you look ready to walk down the runway. Intentional, dark cheerleader, yes. If you have the self-confidence to embrace the look, I think you should totally keep it. Anonymous on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443973 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 15:28:07 +0000 Anonymous 1443973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The skirt length doesn't bother me but some people, to be truthful, like myself, might approach with caution because of the cheerleader vibe.   Marilyn on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443968 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 15:12:44 +0000 Marilyn 1443968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It looks a bit too cheerleader to me as well.  I think if it was a straight or pencil skirt it wouldn't read so short. Sara L. on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443949 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 14:35:33 +0000 Sara L. 1443949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have a similar skirt and seem to have problems styling it as well.  I like the idea of wearing it with flat sneakers.  I think the sweater makes it read more cheerleader than the shoes.  But I actually didn't see cheerleader until I read the comments.  lyn67 on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443915 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 13:03:54 +0000 lyn67 1443915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Borderline:-)and  tan hose accentuates that even more-but if  you'll wear for a sporty event will still do it. It's all I can think  as you styled with the sneakers and sporty sweater...BTW looks very intentionall like it is. Jaime on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443912 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:57:17 +0000 Jaime 1443912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Cheerleader Wednesday Addams. I'm sold! Olivegreen on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443903 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:38:27 +0000 Olivegreen 1443903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the skirt length on those legs, no problem. And the skirt with flat shoes. unfrumped on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443902 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 12:14:38 +0000 unfrumped 1443902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think the shift toward outfit thoughts is good. Not skirt length per se, but how or can you use it on a cool outfit and for what occasions. crutcher on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443892 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 11:07:00 +0000 crutcher 1443892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ When you are a centenarian and still dressing like hipsterville, you will have an article in Vogue about how hip you are..There will probably be a list of what you should wear according to your style at 100...smile... Sharon on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443889 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 11:00:14 +0000 Sharon 1443889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I aspire to short skirts at 101. You look great. And completely Hipsterville appropriate. rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443869 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 06:05:43 +0000 rachylou 1443869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, but Adelfa - what happens when I'm 101 yrs and still hanging in Hipsterville... omg, smack me with the wet noodle if (when) I trick my walker out with fringe... Adelfa on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443866 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 05:58:19 +0000 Adelfa 1443866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ On you, never. At Bristol Farms the other day I saw a woman somewhere between your and my ages wearing a shorter skirt than that. It was a look. She spoke with some kind of European accent and I thought, how perfect. I think you have the environment to make it a non issue. rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443865 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 05:54:18 +0000 rachylou 1443865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That's so true: it depends. I never thought about pairing the skirt with a denim shirt. I'm gonna try it. I *did* think about white sneakers, tho. Got a pair of white leather ones today. I've been wanting white shoes... hehe, don't tell Angie. I'm getting closer to doing a whiteout look Day Vies on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443863 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 05:31:56 +0000 Day Vies 1443863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ No not at all. I think if it were a straight skirt I might question the length depending on what else you're wearing. That's the issue with skirts length appropriateness, it depends on different factors that aren't always the same: audience, event, fabrication, a-line, straight, pleated, activity, heels, flats, bare arms, plunging neckline? It all depends. Firecracker (Sharan) on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443856 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:42:22 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1443856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think it's a fun look for "wandering about Hipsterville"! Love the Wednesday Addams cheerleader idea--I think the black and the matching black sneakers give it that "don't mess with me" look. Also, the undone hair. It could actually be a hipster cheerleader look. another thought: Would you wear it with a denim shirt, untucked, and white sneakers? Again, for hanging out, not working. What I'm saying is, the skirt does not look too short for casual wear, and I think it can fill in for shorts or jeans. rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443844 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:16:29 +0000 rachylou 1443844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I didn't think about the cheerleader angle. That's true. Just wandering about Hipsterville. I rather like the idea of Wednesday Addams cheerleader... ...but still, maybe I should give it away. A shorter top is even more kiddie-bopper, because it's a high waist skirt. That's a kid trend. Echo on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443841 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:13:24 +0000 Echo 1443841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I don't think a pencil or sheath dress this length would read as short as the skater skirt does. But with the sweater (which I love and would go smashingly with other items) and the sneaks, it definitely reads "cheerleader". You undoubtedly have the legs to wear the skirt; I just don't think that is the look you are going for. unfrumped on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443838 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:10:19 +0000 unfrumped 1443838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Maybe. It's a skater look. Angiehad something about dress style and length re:: how a tapered sheath dres can be shorter but an A line or flippy dress less so( on grown ups), so I wondrer if this is one of those situations- proportions? I think the sweater skews it that way too, whereas some other style top might be less so. Laura (rhubarbgirl) on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443835 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:07:32 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1443835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ For going out/general flitting about, I think it's fine. For work, probably too short, yes. I like the Wednesday Addams cheerleader vibe. deb on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443833 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 04:05:00 +0000 deb 1443833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I see cheerleader. What look are you going for? rachylou on "Is this skirt too short?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/is-this-skirt-too-short#post-1443822 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 03:55:21 +0000 rachylou 1443822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Is this skirt too short? What do y'all think? I sorta feel like a spooky Shirley Temple. Excuse the hat hair :p