Yes, fashion trends are fun to follow, but as any seasoned style enthusiast knows, true personal style isn’t dictated by the fleeting rhythm of the runway. It’s about knowing which trends work for you — and effortlessly weaving them into your existing wardrobe. The standout piece for Autumn/Winter 2025? The suede skirt.
If you’re sceptical, just take a glance at the street style from the recent fashion week circuit, where soft, velvety leather skirts — in every shape and shade imaginable — were spied on the chicest of women.
Now, if you’ve been keeping up with fashion’s current obsessions (or frequently find yourself scrolling the new in section of your favourite stores), you’ll know that the love for suede extends far beyond skirts. From jackets to boots to bags, the fuzzy leather fabric is topping the wishlists of stylish women and men across the globe — and selling out at a surprisingly swift pace. In fact, compiling this suede skirt shopping guide was no easy feat; some of the chicest pieces vanished before I could even hit save.
But what is it about suede that’s sparking such attention? For one, it’s a timeless wardrobe investment that will actually last in your collection for longer than one lifetime (a useful thought to keep in mind when choosing which pieces to invest in). And, simply, suede is particularly versatile: warmer than denim, softer than lacquered leather, and endlessly easy to style. Pair it with a fine knit and knee-high boots for day, a crisp shirt and trench coat for office polish, or a buttoned down cardigan and kitten heeled slingbacks for evening. Plus, let’s be honest, no fabric says Autumn/Winter quite like suede.
Interestingly, however, if you scan the Autumn/Winter 25 runways, you won’t find suede skirts dominating the line-ups. Instead, designers including Prada, Miu Miu, Versace and McQueen championed them earlier in the year for the Spring/Summer season, but the cleverest dressers knew to wait. After all, while suede may be timeless, it’s hardly ideal for balmy temperatures — no one wants a sweat-inducing skirt, thank you very much. Now that cooler days have arrived, the moment feels just right.
So, if you’re ready to step into suede season, below you’ll find my fashion editor-approved edit of the best suede skirts to invest in now — from midi to mini to maxi, in pencil, A-line and pleated cuts, across both neutral hues and standout shades. The only question left is: will you be going real or faux?
ICYMI: We’ve also found the best suede jackets, as well as the best suede bags, just in case you’re really feeling the fabric.
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