Because it’s a more elegant garment than jeans, knowing how to style a long denim skirt well means you’ll have countless stylish and comfortable outfits you can wear on repeat.

A fashion editor favourite, denim skirts are both durable and feminine at the same time and look just as chic styled with sneakers as they do with heels. Unlike your basic pair of Levi’s, midi-length and long denim skirts can be dressed down with a bomber jacket or elevated in an instant with an evening coat.

And because they are so incredibly versatile, it’s no wonder these staples are constantly being reworked and brought back into fashion. Which is why finding a long denim skirt that fits your style— whether it’s A-line, straight, or pleated – is a solid wardrobe investment. It’s one of those pieces that fits in automatically with your existing closet, and most likely already goes with all of your favourite sweaters and tops.

That said, I’m always looking for new ways to wear my long denim skirt. With a piece as timeless as this, it helps to know how to pair it with the latest trends for something modern and cool. Below are some of the best outfit ideas I came across for this season and beyond.

With suede and casual stripes

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A cute striped polo or T-shirt, as seen here, keeps a long denim skirt feeling playful while still as practical as ever. This look combines all the best autumn and winter trends – a long shearling coat, brown leather boots, and a suede handbag. Together they are the perfect example of elevated casual style. And if you want to take this outfit up a notch, swap in a gold-buckle leather belt and kitten-heel boots for a more polished vibe.

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With sexy accent pieces

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