4 Ways To Style The Pencil Skirt
- Edited by
- Petro Stofberg
- Words by
- Elizabeth Little

Tap into ’90s nostalgia (and ensure all-day comfort) with a stretch jersey pencil skirt. A bold colourway will instantly reframe smart classics, such as your blue button-down, creating a cool yet polished look. Just add a pair of minimal sandals.
Whether worn to the office or a city wedding, a linen pencil skirt teamed with a matching waistcoat looks chic and smart. Go for an elegant mid-calf length to stop the duo looking too corporate and finish with simple slingbacks.
Switch up your off-duty uniform by introducing a leather skirt. A cropped tee works well with a high waistband – throw a cashmere polo over your shoulders for warmth. Utilitarian flats keep the look casual.
Give your tailored pencil skirt a thoroughly modern appeal by styling it with a cotton tank top and technical jacket. A pair of colour-pop rope sandals chime with the sports-luxe mood and are a practical addition for days on the go.