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5 ways to wear the modern mini

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Wearing a mini skirt in a grown-up manner is actually quite simple. The key is to seek out precise cuts, the right shoes and keep it demure up top – the higher the hemline, the higher the neckline.

GO WEST – Givenchy SS18
For daytime, nail the Western trend with a denim mini. Wear it with cowboy boots and a matching denim jacket for the ultimate in off-duty cool.
WORK IT 9-TO-5 – Tibi SS18
Workwear is easy thanks to Tibi’s chic take on the ’80s skirt suit. Choose classic checks and balance shorter lengths with an oversized blazer and boyish loafers.
GET THE GLOSS – Isabel Marant SS18
For evenings out, vinyl is the new leather. Take your styling cue from Isabel Marant and try it with a cotton blouse and bare legs to temper the high-octane glamour of a glossy skirt.
OPTICAL ILLUSIONS – Saint Laurent SS18
When it comes to date night, a high-waisted mini has a leg-lengthening effect, so seek out styles that sit under your ribs rather than on the hips. Heeled pumps and semi-sheer tights are the perfect partners.
WHAT’S NEW – Chloé SS18
For a more directional take on the mini, experiment with prints, silhouettes or a statement color. Snakeskin and pastels are runway favorites this season. As for silhouettes, soft ruffles are a summer vacation must, while sharp A-lines are perfect for the city.

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