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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Fall Trend: Leather Skirts

    I'm quite disappointed with the Fall Trends this season.  The runways were graced with oversized coats like those you would see on old 400 lb detectives, separates that might as well have been overalls because they look like pajamas,  crazy furry dresses and other out of this world, avant garde pieces.  They came from great fashion minds but I don't think the real world is ready yet for these overly fashion forward clothes.  I think I'll pass on these trends this season and stick with the classics except for one thing: leather skirts. I am so obsessed with these pieces but I know these things could break my budget so I scoured the net for the most affordable ones and here are some of what I found:
 
spiked leather skirt
GoJane $32.20
 

spiked leather skirt
 


leather contrast mini skirt
GoJane $23.60



 
leather contrast mini skirt
 
 


Taupe Faux Leather Belted Lame Mini Skirt
Ami Club Wear $14.99



 
Taupe Faux Leather Belted Lame Mini Skirt


Faux Leather Panel Skirt
Forever 21 $13.80



Faux Leather Panel Skirt


Ponte & Faux Leather Pencil Skirt
Forever 21 17.80

   Leather is very tricky to style.  One wrong move and you cross the dominatrix line.  So here are some styling tips to work the leather skirt trend:
1.  Keep the leather skirt the focal point of your outfit as it is a statement in itself.  That means, try not to wear anything too flashy with it or you'll be too overdecorated
2.  Mix textures with leather skirt.  As much as possible don't wear leather on leather.  Remember, the goal is to not look like catwoman.  Sweaters work really well with leather as it tones down the edginess.
3.  Pay attention to length.  Too short could look cheap and too long may aggravate PETA;)
4. Remember, leather could get costumey so pay attention not to take it too literal with your accessories.  If adding spiky cuffs make you too biker chick, maybe grab some pearl cuffs instead.  If those fishnets remind you of Madonna in the 80's then go bare legs;)
If you style it right,  leather skirts are a great new way to update your wardrobe this fall season!

52 comments:

  1. wwwooooow this leather skirt is stunning <3

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  2. … for a hot sexy look!

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  3. I love a leather skirt! I have a black pencil one that I wear a ton :)


    XO
    www.pearlsandpaws.blogspot.com

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  4. I am totally obsessed with leather clothes now, these are great finds ! Thanks for sharing !


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  5. love these leather skirts! xoxo linds {{www.rubygirlblog.com}}

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  6. ahh i want a leather skirt now!!! love all of these :D

    katslovefashion.blogspot.com

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  7. I really like the forever21 skirt at the end!! Nice skirt for transitioning from day to night!

    blissinprint.blogspot.com/

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  8. loving the leather trend! great advice on keeping it classy :) if you enjoy my blog too, would you like to follow each other? xo jess
    www.stylizedluxe.blogspot.com

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  9. I love the skirts you put here! They are all very sexy! **

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  10. likeee your blog,
    keep posting and go for it!!!

    XO

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  11. Ooh, I love leather skirts! Maybe a pleated one would be easier to style but I love that paneled one from Go Jane =)
    - Che

    style-che.blogspot.com

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  12. I like this post so much: these leather skirts are so nicee!
    What about following each other? Cosa mi metto???
    Win 30$ gift voucher at Vivilli!!

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  13. The first and last ones are my favorite. I just wish I had some place to wear it!

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  14. I love them! I'm waiting for one similar to the first one!!
    I have just discovered your blog and followed you!
    xx
    M.

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  15. I have been obsessed with leather lately. I bought 2 skirts within a week of each other and have been wearing them like crazy.

    Amy



    Fashion and Beauty Finds

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  16. OMG I love the pleated leather skirt.. I've been on a hunt for ever but can never find the right length. Thank you so much for the comments on my blog! You are too sweet! Would you like to follow each other via GFC/Bloglovin/Fb?

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  17. Leather skirts are great, like you said, if styled correctly. Some great affordable options here! =)

    Anna @ FEED ME NANA xoxo

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  18. Great pieces! Fun, informative, fashion forward blog!

    Erin

    thefashionfairyblog.blogspot.com

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  19. Like so much the third skirt <3
    Nice blog doll! I'm your 261 follower, if you like my blog too I'm waiting for you :))
    Xxx

    Carolina

    www.the-world-c.blogspot.com

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  20. liking this! agreeing with your dominatrix comment.
    I bought a leather circle skirt from forever 21 last year and still havent had the guts to wear it more than once. Haha!
    love your blog my love! so cute, especially love the name!
    would you be so kind as to check out mine? would be an honour
    Its fashion damnit
    i'm also having a massive ebay sale of some of my old clothes to do a charity trip to india this summer, could you please check it out?
    http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/thepelicanandme/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=25&_trksid=p3686
    thank you xxxx

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  21. Thanks for sharing! I've been looking for leather skirts for long!
    From Paris with love, Vicky

    The Golden Bun

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  22. Thanks for stopping by my blog and I love your selection here, I am now following you!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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  23. hello dear! great ideas!
    you have a new follower,follow me back?

    algopasaconmeryblog.blogspot.com

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  24. Very nice inspirations and Blog!!! xoxo

    www.rockandfrock.com

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  25. oh my, i need one of those skirts-badly!!!:)))awesome!:)
    xoxo


    ps. let us know if you would like to follow each other

    xoxo


    http://style-squared.blogspot.ca/

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  26. Great post! A must have item for anytime! I am happy to join your blog and follow you! Would you like to follow me back?
    xoxo

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  27. love this choice! great jow!
    i invite you to see my blog and tell me what do you think! if you like it we could follow each other. How about that?
    kisses
    Miriam stella

    FASHION BLOG by MiriamStella
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  28. I know, the trends this fall are a little bit interesting. But I do like the oversized sweaters and stuff. They don't make me look as bony as I really am.
    I really like these skirts though and I want to try one!
    I like your blog and can't wait to be back to see some more posts form you!
    have a great day!
    ;)

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  29. Loving this trend, I really love the skirt with the panels !

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  30. I`m in love with leather skirt <3
    what do you say to follow each other ?kisses
    SandraB.ro

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  31. thank you so much for the comment- i had an amazing time :)
    i love the idea of the leather skirt look- i have a short straight one but i really want a skater style skirrt. i usually wear mine with either a vest and cardi or a long sleeve shirt, both with tights and usually ankle boots
    x

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  32. I love this trend!

    xx. Hybrid Hunter

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  33. I love leather. I'm still on the look out for a nice skirt, but after splashing out a pair of turquoise leather shorts from urban decay I don't know if I can afford that haha! x

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  34. I am loving all of the leather skirts, but I am trying to figure out how I would wear it, it isn't typically my style, but I have seen some great looks with it!

    creamyclotehs.blogspot.com

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  35. I'm love with each one of these leather skirt! great post! <3

    Kisses!
    fashionable-book.blogspot.com

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  36. I've seen leather skirts on so many celebs! I really love leather, not sure if I would wear the pleaded leather skirt though...

    Mooij

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  37. love your blog,leather skirts are back again and they are rocking!
    Would you like to follow each other? Will be glad to hear from you ;o)
    www.impromp-two.blogspot.com

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  38. I love leather too-but you're right it's tricky! :) Your blog is awesome-just became a member/follower of your blog. I hope you'll follow me back and we can keep in touch. Happy Blogging!!! 



    Elle xoxo

    www.thehighfeather.com 
    High Feather Twitter
    High Feather Facebook

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  39. I'm totally addicted to leather skirts! They're such a great piece for going out! You made good points in this post, and I like how you added some humour to the text :)

    xo Viivi
    http://oflaceandlife.blogspot.fi/

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  40. love these skirts, especially the one in taupe/grey. sooo chic! xoxo linds {{www.rubygirlblog.com}}

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  41. I agree with this post, I've been loving the skater style leather skirts lately!

    -Sarah
    The Weekend Diary

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  42. I'm ALL about leather skirts too! While I haven't found the perfect skater style one for me yet I'm not going to stop looking

    xo Jackie
    ...livingaftermidnite

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  43. Great selections. My fave is the GoJane one. I'm obsessed w/all things leather this season. xA

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  44. Love all these skirts! :)
    Do you want to follow eachother?

    Xo
    Arleene

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  45. I love leather fashion
    nice post;)

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  46. I looove leather skirts:) It's a must have for the winter season:)

    fashiones

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