How to Wear Skirts to Work? 25 Professional Outfit Ideas

What to wear to the office every day is a big question for every working lady. It becomes a tedious task to decide a dress for every day.  You do not want to look the same every day. You want to look proper, stylish, and fashionable all the time, and yet you have limited closet options.

You can still dress up smartly and look like you have plenty of clothing even if it is not the case. Skirts are pieces that every girl feels relaxed and comfortable in. There are so many different types of skirts that at least one kind will appeal to every woman. You can wear long, short or midi skirts in the office.

Styling Tips

• With dark-colored skirts, wear light blouses; with light-colored skirts, wear dark blouses.

• When you have a patterned skirt, like polka dots, wear a plain shirt.

• Top To Toe colors look good with black and navy.

• With long skirts wear medium heels and with midi or short skirts wear tall heels.

• All kinds of tops look good with skirts. For instance, button-downs, turtlenecks, ruffled or plain v necks, etc.

• For formal occasions, you can wear skirts like silk, chiffon or floral skirts.

• Avoid wearing very loud colors for office work.

• Wear skirts that show sophistication and seriousness to suit your work environment.

How to Wear a Skirt for Office Every Day

↓ 25 – Puff Sleeves & Cord Skirt

Here is a lovely example of fashionable style and ultra-comfort. This tee-like shirt with puff sleeves is a modest and completely adorable way to shake up your average work attire and bring some youthful vibes to an ensemble. Pair it up with a drawstring style midi skirt. Not only is this style of skirt comfortable but it’s flattering on all shapes and sizes. As you will see with many of the outfits we have rounded up, tucking in the top is an awesome style hack that will make you look ten times more put-together instead of simply letting your shirt hang out. Plus, it cinches the waist, which is great for streamlining your figure. Pair with patent leather heels and keep your accessorizes understated with a simple pendant necklace and a couple of bracelets.

↓ 24 – Miss Honey Style Teacher Outfit

If you are a teacher or work at a school, why not try this darling ensemble, perfect for a chilly spring day or a cool autumn morning. Pair a sky blue pleated skirt with a white long-sleeved top. We love the extra detail of a black band on the skirt, which matches this cute pair of flats. Add a tan pea coat and you are good to go.

↓ 23 – Sleek Monochrome

An all-black look is a great option for when you want to look sleek and chic but you don’t want to go all-out. Experiment with some edgy style blouses and different style skirts. Heels and statement earrings compliment this look well.

↓ 22 – Sweet Spring Outfit

You can never go wrong with floral prints when springtime rolls around! Bring some of that flowery freshness to work with you by pairing a sweet floral skirt with a button-down cardigan tucked in. The pièce de résistance with this look is a big tote purse. Not only is a tote bag great for stashing all your necessities in for a long workday, but it can also double as a work bag for carrying paperwork, files, or what have you. Plus, it’s super stylish!

↓ 21 – Tartan Skirt and Bodysuit

When it comes to work attire, we all dream of stylish yet comfortable pieces that we can rock with confidence. This outfit does all this and more. Keep it simple but look for pieces that bring extra comfort (an elastic band skirt? yes, please!) as well as versatility. A black bodysuit can be styled in at least a dozen ways so consider investing in one!

↓ 20 – Candy Stripes and Denim

If you work in fashion, then bring your A-game to work with a candy-striped skirt paired with a white top and jean jacket.

↓ 19 – Asymmetrical Skirt

Asymmetrical skirts are so cool and stylish, and women do love them but are usually reluctant to wear them at work because they usually say party or outing or something non-office like. However, you can make the office outfit out of an asymmetrical skirt by pairing it up with a long coat and a plain blouse. Also, if the skirt is in a plain color, it can be worn as office wear. It’s always not just easy but also fun to pair a white shirt with any skirt since it creates endless styling possibilities. So do check out 18 Ideal Girls Outfits with White Shirts

↓ 18 – Pencil Skirts

Pencil skirts are good for formal occasions. They are easy to style up in the offices. Wearing a pencil skirt makes it difficult to move around swiftly sometimes. So if you are wearing a pencil skirt, make sure your day is not full of activities that require a lot of mobility around the work environment. For this look, consider pairing up contrasting prints and patterns for a high-end fashion look.

↓ 17 – Accessorise It

In the office, accessories should be a little understated to suit the environment of your workplace. Still, you can style up to the daily office routines by wearing nice necklaces, bangles, or rings that match your outfit. Usually, there are a limited number of outfits that everyone has so to have a different look you can wear different accessories and look unique and stylish every day even when you do not have a huge closet full of clothes.

↓ 16 – Pleated Skirt

A fantastic option for dressing up some boring work attire is switching out your typical pencil skirt for a pleated skirt. This is an easy way to feel more feminine and girly. You can choose a conservative color to keep it appropriate for workwear or choose to do it on a casual day.

↓ 15 – Black And White

Great for summer jobs, this stylish but conservative attire is great for young ladies. Swap out the v-neck top for a collared blouse or a button-down to make it even more office-appropriate.

↓ 14 – Neutral Tones

If you love floral skirts but are unsure whether they are appropriate for the somber office environment, you can wear a white floral skirt with a neutral top. Check out these 20 Ideas How to Style Floral Skirts 

↓ 13 – Ten Ways to Wear a Pleated Skirt

Styling a black pleated skirt is super easy. If you have a casual day coming up, consider ditching your normal jeans-and-tee outfit for something with a little more pizzazz. Here are 10 ways to style a pleated skirt.

↓ 12 – For Plus Size

↓ 11 – With Off Shoulder Shirts

Once again, this outfit is best for someone who works in fashion or perhaps models! We love the whimsy of the two-toned wrap skirt and the off-the-shoulder top. Pair with black or nude heels.

↓ 10 – With Neutral Coat

↓ 9 – Summer Colors

Working in an office this summer? Pair a sky-blue pinstriped button-down top with a pencil skirt… a pencil skirt with a twist, that is. This daring little piece is super distinctive and will mark you as a top-tier fashionista instantly. Pair with nude heels and purse.

Another favorite of ours is this lovely look right here. This is an uber-stylish work outfit, perfect for those spring and summer months when you want to bring some life and color to the office!

↓ 8 – Snakeskin Top and Sandals

↓ 7 – Long Printed Skirt with Black Top

↓ 6 – With Turtle NeckTop

↓ 5 – Denims

↓ 4 – White and Yellow

↓ 3 – All Black with Peplum Top

↓ 2 – Maxi Skirt and Jacket

There is a lot to love about maxi skirts. No time to shave? No problem! Pop on a maxi skirt and you are good to go. Feeling like you want to wear a roomier, less fitted skirt option? A long skirt is the way to go. They are also inherently modest and conservative, which is one more thing you can tick off the list. For this look, pair a long skirt with a similarly-coloured top and go for a contrasting-toned jacket or blazer. Pair with booties.

↓ 1 – Plum Suit and White Blouse

A blazer is a great clothing item to make casual dresses look more formal for the office. A blazer with a matching skirt is a great outfit to wear. You can go for a matching suit as well in an eye-catching color like plum or purple. It is formal as well as good for meetings and work-related occasions like seminars and conferences. When you are going to meet important people then again a blazer and skirt is a good combination as well.