How To Wear A Denim Mini Skirt Like An Adult

The denim skirt is making a comeback—and not just those ‘70s inspired button downs you started seeing last spring. We’re talking about the ripped up minis you wore in middle school with your Ugg boots and an Abercrombie hoodie. In classic cuts and vintage washes, these skirts are just further proof that the aughts are back in.

But before you start having painful flashbacks to your awkward tween years, fear not. Like you, the denim skirt has done a lot of growing up, and this time around they are teaming up with sophisticated separates that make them feel worthy of your wardrobe. Click ahead to find out how to wear your denim mini skirt like an adult.

Tone down the daringly high hemline when you partner your mini skirt with masculine separates like a button down, loafers and a watch.

Every fashion girl knows: When in doubt do as the Parisians do. Here, that means pairing your scandalous denim skirt with modest closet classics, like a striped tee and flats.

Make your skirt feel more modern, by going trend on trend (on trend) with mules, an off-the-shoulder top and a neck scarf.