How to wear a mini skirt in 2024 according to stylists – including a £12.99 H&M bargain

HOLD on to your hems, the mini skirt is going to be everywhere this spring. 

But is it really wearable for everyone? Our fashion team say: absolutely! 

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Designer brand Miu Miu may have had the fashion world divided with the micro mini in 2022. But with demand for above-the-knee skirts increasing 133 per cent in recent months, according to fashion search engine, Lyst, it was only a matter of time before we all became obsessed again.

And this year, minis have taken over the high street. There's no getting away from it - the mini skirt is in.

And whether you're rocking the preppy or pinstripe-sharp trends, there's a style to suit everyone on the high street - from A-line to pleated and tweed textures.

Fabulous’ Fashion Team shows how they’ll be styling their minis this season.

Tracey Lea Sayer, 52, Fashion Director

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• Jumper, £27.99, New Look - BUY NOW
• Boots, £199, Massimo Dutti - BUY NOW
• Bag, £24.99, New Look - BUY NOW
• Skirt, £32.99, Mango - BUY NOW
• Trench, £54.99, H&M - BUY NOW

Many years ago before I was a fashion editor, I worked on the reception desk at Vivienne Westwood.

Vivienne had just invented the ‘Crotch mini’ which was a teeny-tiny skirt that didn’t really cover your bum cheeks and was approximately 5in long. 

It was worn by a waif-like teen Kate Moss at Vivienne’s 1993 catwalk show in Paris and I was instantly sold - and bought one on the spot.

And I continued wearing minis for years to come, mainly with pointy flats or big boots to make them more androgynous. But when I hit my 40s, I stopped reaching for short skirts, and haven't worn one since.

Until now.

I tested the look out on my Instagram a few weeks ago and wore one when I visited Paris for the day. And I was so surprised by the comments on my post. The resounding answer was: “YES! Wear the mini skirt!”

So that's what I'm doing!

Abby McHale, 29, Deputy Fashion Editor

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• Blazer, £39.99, H&M - BUY NOW
• Shirt, £19.99, H&M - BUY NOW
• Loafers, £65, Schuh - BUY NOW
• Bag, £12.99, H&M - BUY NOW
• Skirt, £25.99, New Look - BUY NOW

The S/S'24 catwalks saw designers such as Miu Miu and Fendi send their models down the runway in extra-short mini skirts, and while I’m usually more of a midi girl when it comes to skirts and dresses, I do love the preppy style so wanted to give it a go. 

This pinstripe skirt from New Look also comes with a matching waistcoat, but I’ve opted to team it with this blouse from H&M, as I love the detailing on the collar. 

I’ve added a black blazer over the top, as it's a classic wardrobe staple, and taken the preppy look even further with a pair of loafers from Schuh.

Clemmie Fieldsend, 33, Fashion Editor

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• Mini skirt, £20, Next - BUY NOW
• Jumper, £55, Albaray - BUY NOW
• Boots, £55.99, Zara - BUY NOW
• Bag, £35.99, Reserved - BUY NOW
• Tights, £12, Marks & Spencer - BUY NOW
• Grey coat, £152.99, Mango at ASOS - BUY NOW

My mini skirt muse has to be Rachel Green. 

As someone who puts Friends on when I get home every evening, it's no wonder she (or rather Jennifer Aniston) has influenced what I wear. 

Her nineties black-and-grey aesthetic is very me, and her love of simple minis has pushed me to wear them myself.

For balance, I wear mine with an oversized jumper (I'm in love with this one from Albaray), a long coat and knee-high boots during the day.

I prefer the look of 15 denier tights, which isn't always great in winter, so the rest of me needs to be layered and warm.

And for the evening I'll add a more fitted black top and heeled sandals.  

Emily Regan, 24, Fashion Assistant

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• Jacket, £139, AND/OR at John Lewis - BUY NOW
• Boots, £125, Charles & Keith - BUY NOW
• Jumper, £19.99, Zara - BUY NOW
• Skirt, £22.99, Bershka - BUY NOW

Despite a mini not being something I'd usually be drawn to in the colder weather, I'm loving the mini skirt trend at the moment.

This faux-leather one from Bershka is my go-to. The box-pleat detailing gives it a more sophisticated edge, so it still feels appropriate for work.

I’ve paired it with an oversized soft jumper and layered up with my favourite wool-blend jacket - I love the hint of blue to oomph up my usual mono palette.

Polish off the look with thigh-high boots - they're a great alternative to sandals or ankle boots when the weather is cold and your skirt is short!