What to wear with a pencil skirt?
What is a pencil skirt
The "pencil" model is a rather narrow tight-fitting skirt that favorably emphasizes the silhouette at the waist and tapers below the knees. In the traditional version, such a skirt may be slightly below the knees. It differs from other models by a successful combination of rigor, elegance and beauty: the skirt is sewn without additional elements such as folds or pockets. The fabric used to make such a skirt can be arbitrary, but rayon or wool is usually chosen.
The style of the pencil skirt is universal and remains fashionable for a very long time: for the first time, the prototype of this skirt was presented in 1940 by Christian Dior. This skirt will suit any girl, regardless of her height or her figure.
What to wear
Light
A pleasant light pastel color makes the image clean and sublime. A light pencil skirt looks good with a light sweater or matching blouse. The sweater will look even more harmonious if the front part is tucked into the belt.
An interesting combination would be a symbiosis of a light skirt with a cream cardigan and a striped shirt. It would be useful to add dim jewelry to such a set.
With a beige skirt, all cream and light chocolate colors, as well as muted shades of coffee with milk, look good.
Turquoise
This color works well with simple color schemes - black and white. Color also allows you to experiment with bright contrasts - lilac, pink and lime shades will look great. As a rule, lightweight fabrics that evoke a sense of flight are well suited for turquoise.
Turquoise skirts will attract the attention of not only men, but also women.
blue
The answer to the question why the color blue is so popular is quite simple - it is the color of the refreshing sea and clear sky. Blue color means aesthetics and peace. Different shades of blue can be combined with a variety of accessories: yellow, bright red, black and white elements will emphasize the elegance of a blue skirt.
yellow
The combination of yellow is most acceptable in combination with black. For a medium-length skirt in yellow shades, a tight-fitting no-frills top or a light black tunic with a neat decoration along the bottom edge is most suitable. A pencil skirt of the same shade can be safely combined with a blue top, and the richer the colors, the nobler this bow will look.
Shades of blue will also be appropriate: a denim vest or jacket in combination with a white top or shirt looks very neat, and if you add a small and effective cape, the image will turn out to be quite memorable.
Pink
The simplest and most effective combination is a pink skirt and a white top (sweater or shirt).This combination looks quite ascetic and is suitable for business meetings - of course, if the shade of pink does not look defiant.
In the case of a leisure outfit, additional accessories will also be appropriate, with which you can achieve any look you want - from new-punk style to gentle romanticism!
Burgundy
The burgundy skirt looks very attractive and bold. To complement the feminine look, it is recommended to use a leather skirt, and complement the top with a light black blouse. Cream or geometric tops paired with pink accessories will also work well.
There is also a rebellious version with a burgundy skirt - it can be combined with a T-shirt with an unusual print.
Almost any shoe is suitable - even if it is exquisite moccasins or heavy "rocker" boots.
orange
Almost everything applies to the orange color the same as to the yellow one, only the shades change slightly: the black, purple or bright green color of the top is perfect for the orange pencil skirt. It is perfectly acceptable to use a sweatshirt with a hood as a top, perhaps even with a print.
coral
This color goes well with turquoise, yellow, black and white geometric or floral patterns. Of the models, jackets, jackets, t-shirts and blouses will look advantageous.
Mint
A mint skirt is a real rival to the “black pencil”. It is so versatile that it can be used for both shopping trips and business meetings. As a top, a light blouse, a bright top or a T-shirt with a geometric black and white print is suitable. A combination with a gray massive sweater or sweatshirt will also be successful.Any model is suitable as a shoe - even black ankle boots will look appropriate.
Raspberry
Crimson, like burgundy, is suitable for creating a bold, rebellious look. Looks best with a white shirt or blouse.
purple
Until quite recently, the purple color was quite rare, and it was very rare to find it in the wardrobe. In Europe, purple has long been considered a symbol of belonging to the royal family and was a sign of aristocracy.
With a skirt of this beautiful romantic color, a blouse, tights and some interesting purple shawl or scarf will look good. In the cold season, you can pick up a purple jacket or cardigan - preferably not a few tones darker.
Nevertheless, everyone who follows fashion trends needs to realize that this color is not suitable for every fashionista. With purple, you need to be careful.
Lilac
A lilac skirt will look great, with all shades of brown, down to light beige or cream. In their own way, soft pink shades will do, as well as lemon tones of the yellow color palette. Emerald and turquoise colors will also be in harmony with a lilac pencil skirt.
Together with a white top without a pattern, a lilac skirt will create a very fresh, solemn look. You can also create a strict business set - a lilac skirt and a black top.
Brown
Brown pencil skirts are a great trend in 2016. Most designers use this color in new fashion collections, so it makes sense to think about purchasing such a model.
One of the main difficulties of such a skirt is that it is extremely difficult to combine with black - it comes out too gloomy, so most designers recommend not using a black and brown ensemble.
Instead of black, dark green, yellow, orange, mustard, or even red are better. Also popular is the combination of a brown checkered skirt with a light top.
color
Any print, with the participation of a pencil skirt, looks universal and incomparable in its own way. A colored skirt immediately attracts attention, therefore, in order to avoid busting, you need to choose a top that is exclusively plain, combined with one of the colors on the print.
Soft colors on the skirt need to be complemented - a similar blouse or shirt in a calm color.
checkered
Scottish-style plaid as a good addition will require either a simple top or a soft shirt. It is important that the top or shirt matches the geometry of the checks on the skirt. Straight tunics, blouses and men's cut shirts are perfect.
Can also be paired with a checkered shirt tied at the waist.
Dotted
Pretty good, a black and white polka dot skirt can also look, which perfectly combines with the same colors of upper accessories.
An interesting combination would also be with a bright-colored top, and you can also use a black and white top and bottom in combination with a rich-colored belt or other accessories.
striped
The above tips are relevant not only for peas, but also for stripes: you can also use a combination in black and white style with one bright accessory.
flowered
A floral skirt is just relevant this season, and the print can be the most diverse.It is recommended to complement the floral look with bright details: blue shoes, a multi-colored handbag, bright lipstick.
By season
autumn
A pencil skirt is great for autumn weather - it is practical and versatile, suitable for both social events and informal parties: the skirt perfectly withstands the cold wind and drizzling rain, at the same time it does not get hot. Thanks to the versatile cut, it will be easy to choose the top in the form of a sweater, jacket or cardigan.
Summer
In summer, a pencil skirt is almost indispensable when you need to look quite strict in hot weather. Thanks to its good compatibility with things of different styles, you can even combine such seemingly strange wardrobe details as sneakers, a skirt and a shirt. In this outfit, you will not be hot, but you will still look solid enough for business events and in the office.
Popular Models
narrow
At first glance, it seems that tight skirts are quite monotonous. The first impression is deceptive! Tight skirts can be both short and long, be narrowed down or completely straight, can be made from one piece of fabric, or be composite - from several wedges.
The type of belt differs in a huge variety - a classic belt, an overestimated or underestimated waist.
Sports
Combining the impossible, be sure to try a combination of a black top, a rocker biker jacket and a black and white pencil skirt with bright blue or red sneakers - the owner of such an outfit will definitely not go unnoticed!
A pencil skirt fits perfectly into the sport chic style, when a strict skirt is combined with a bold sporty T-shirt and black heels.
classical
The classic model favorably emphasizes the image of a business woman. For office events, skirts are perfect in combination with blouses, turtlenecks and shirts tucked into the belt. You can also use jackets of soothing colors, as well as almost all jewelry - they will be "in theme".
Length
Mini
The combination of a pale blue mini-skirt along with lemon yellow, bright green and red accessories looks quite unusual and bright. In shoes, it is also better to give preference to bright shoes and extravagant sandals.
A clutch will look good in combination with a beret.
In any case, a monochromatic top combined with bright shawls and scarves of the most daring colors - even leopard ones - will look best with a mini.
Midi
A pencil skirt of this length can be almost any color. Even more variety will bring skirts with a flared bottom, which make the waist thinner and emphasize the harmony of the figure. As a rule, midi length goes well with bright patterns.
Maxi
Small warm sweaters and jackets are wonderfully combined with a maxi skirt. In winter, you can pick up a cute puffy jacket or a small fur coat, and in summer a strict jacket or an informal denim jacket will be appropriate.
materials
openwork
An openwork pencil skirt can captivate every woman with its grace and irresistibility. Almost every one of them asks the same question, what to wear to her? What image to decorate? The answer is surprisingly simple and banal. Almost any version of ensembles will personify its owner and decorate it both at a social event and at a fun bachelorette party.
Due to the properties of emphasizing the female waist, this accessory perfectly ensembles with various tops, this image will further emphasize your beauty and grace. To get a casual, but no less attractive bow, it is best to fit a straight top that goes down to the edges of the skirt.
It is also worth noting that, paired with a jumper made of knitted fabric, a lace pencil skirt will be an ideal solution for holding a business meeting in a relaxed atmosphere.
The presence of lace on any pencil skirt is not only an expressive element of the cut, but also a truly unique highlight in the created image of every woman.
I would like to note an interesting feature of the transformation of images through such a skirt, because even the most ordinary things and accessories in an ensemble with it acquire a new life. For example, it would seem that such an unsightly little thing as a simple T-shirt paired with a pencil skirt can transform the image beyond recognition and bring its own touch of perfection.
The combination of laces is a unique system to show yourself from a different, mysterious side. You don't have to frame the skirt itself if you want? then you can add piquancy to the top of the ensemble, which will become no less graceful and elegant.
Satin
Atlas is a unique material, it is able to reveal all the advantages of its owner, and emphasize its qualities repeatedly. A satin-cut pencil skirt pairs perfectly with a contrasting top. High heels will especially display this bow, which can maximize the effect of sexuality and beauty of your legs.
Satin skirts look quite attractive during evening walks and on dates. On the other hand, within the walls of the office, this option will look no less remarkable.You can try on a fitted blouse of similar material to it.
Despite the fact that it has so happened in the directions of the pencil skirt that it is more of a business nature, many fashion designers are proposing a new way that is more calm and relaxed and less forced.
fashion images
Fashionable images of this style are distinguished by their versatility and practicality. Take at least the autumn or winter version of the ratio of skirts and sweaters, again, you will have style and all the same practicality on your face.
A special harmony in the acquired image can also be achieved in tandem with a shirt or blouse, and the top of a rather loose and rather careless cut will become a highlight.
It is worth noting that there are no special recommendations in choosing the same sweater, here it is rather worth starting from individual colors and other preferences.
One thing is clear for sure, that a pencil skirt is an indispensable accessory for every woman, no matter how old you are or how tall you are. The versatility of a pencil skirt can transform anyone to the extent that you see fit.