Midi Skirts

Midi skirts — that's a hemline that hits below the knees but above the lower calf — are an easy way to inject ladylike flair to your style. Since the style is notoriously tricky to pull off without feeling conservative, overly covered up, or, at worst, frumpy, we have the key tips on how to make this skirt flirty and fun (and office-appropriate, if that's what you need). Including solid, printed, muted, and bright colored styles, we culled 14 of our favorite picks for you to shop. But first, a few quick styling tips to help you nail the look every time.

• We've focused on the classic circle silhouette because it's the most universally flattering.
• Pleated waistlines can make you look wider at the hips, so look for a flat-front with an A-line shape if that's your problem area.
• If you're on the taller side, go for a skirt that hits the calf, and if you're petite, choose one that's right below the knee.
• Midi skirts look great with heels to help lengthen the leg, but a sweet flat or strappy sandal gives it a softer feel.
• To balance out the longer hemline, we recommend pairing your midi skirt with a shorter, even cropped, top, or just try tucking your tee in.

Although we love a good red-carpet look, much can be said for pre- and post-party looks, which is why we are smitten with the edgy-meets-glam look Garcelle Beauvais donned at the LoveGold party in LA. The actress layered a double-zip leather jacket over a black turtleneck sweater, then upped the wow factor with this neon yellow midi skirt by Tibi ($525) and pointed zebra-print pumps. She completed her party style with jaw-dropping emerald earrings and a crystal-embellished clutch. Rough up Garcelle's exact skirt with a leather jacket and black turtleneck or pair it with a white tank, floral cardigan, and metallic sandals come Spring.

Olivia Palermo has been quite the front-row maven at New York Fashion Week Spring 2013. Her latest ensemble had her working a brown midi-length skirt in the most fashionable way possible. Up top she sported a white Carrie Parry button-down ($350), on bottom Tibi snakeskin ankle-strap sandals, and on her arm a gold watch and an oversize tan Valentino clutch. You can re-create Olivia's Fashion Week look by pairing a midi skirt with a button-down — don't forget to tie it at the bottom — and luxe accessories. Shop similar pieces below to get Olivia's exact look.

Sarah Jessica Parker strolled NYC in an effortless look: a gray long-sleeve tee and gray Nation LTD button-front midi skirt, which she accessorized with studded t-strap sandals and a vintage saddle bag. The actress's black wrap shades, wide pyramid bracelet, and diamond studs were the perfect finishing touches to her weekend style. Re-create SJP's breezy Summer look with a button-front skirt, matching top, and embellished sandals, or if you're feeling fiery, score her exact skirt in red ($60) to pair with everything from neutrals to prints.