The skirt that does double duty
If you only add one skirt to your closet this season, make it the Tilda A-Line Maxi Slip Skirt by Anthropologie. It's a soft butter yellow with a tiny brown floral print, and it works just as well with a denim jacket on a Saturday as it does with a blazer on a Monday.
I've worn it both ways now, and I keep reaching for it. The slip-skirt silhouette skims instead of clings, the A-line hem moves when you walk, and that little floral reads polished without trying too hard. Here's exactly how I styled it, casual and work, so you can steal both looks.
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Look 1: Casual style
For a weekend coffee run or errands around San Diego, I dressed the skirt down with a classic light-wash denim jacket. Denim instantly takes the "fancy" out of a slip skirt, and the blue looks so fresh next to the yellow.
- Light-wash denim jacket, worn open so the skirt still gets the spotlight
- Cream knit sweater underneath for a soft, cozy layer
- Tan suede pointed-toe booties that peek out from under the hem
- Brown printed knotted headband to pull in the brown from the floral
- Tortoise sunglasses hooked on my sweater and a Gucci Belt Bag
The trick here is mixing textures. Satin-y skirt, rugged denim, chunky knit, and suede all together feel relaxed and effortless instead of dressy. Swap the booties for white sneakers or sandals when it warms up.
Look 2: Work style
To dress it up for the office, I added a chocolate brown blazer from Loft. Brown and butter yellow are such a pretty pairing, and the blazer picks up the brown in the tiny florals so the whole outfit looks intentional.
Here's what I wore:
- Loft chocolate brown blazer with the sleeves pushed up for an easy, relaxed feel
- White ribbed tank for a clean base that lets the skirt and blazer shine
- Layered gold necklaces, including a heart pendant, for a little warmth at the neckline
- Brown leather sandals to keep it comfortable all day
A longer, slightly oversized blazer balances the volume of a maxi skirt. Leave it unbuttoned so the line stays long and lean. For colder days or a more formal meeting, swap the tank for a fitted knit and the sandals for loafers or pumps.
My best tips for styling a slip skirt
- Pull a color from the print. The brown in the florals is your cue. Brown blazers, tan booties, and tortoise accessories all tie back to the skirt.
- Balance soft with structure. A slip skirt is fluid, so pair it with something with shape, like a denim jacket or a tailored blazer.
- Keep the top simple. A tank, tee, or knit in white or cream lets the print do the talking.
- Mind your hem. A maxi looks best when your shoes peek out. Pointed booties, sandals, and loafers all work.
- Layer for the season. Add a sweater and booties for fall, then switch to a tank and sandals for spring and summer. One skirt, all year.
FAQ
Is the Tilda skirt good for work? Yes. Add a blazer, a simple tank or knit, and polished shoes, and it's office-ready.
What shoes go with a maxi slip skirt? Pointed-toe booties, flat sandals, loafers, or clean white sneakers. Choose shoes that peek out from the hem.
What colors pair with a butter yellow skirt? Brown, cream, white, and light-wash denim are my favorites. They keep the yellow soft and wearable.
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