The Chicest Pencil Skirt Outfits for Winter
What's the first thing you think of when you hear "pencil skirt"? The fitted silhouette is typically associated with classic workwear attire that's sometimes stuffy and uncomfortable, but over the past few seasons, fashion girls have been reinventing the style—majorly. They've found fresh, cool ways to wear it, turning this office staple into a street style must-have, regardless of the weather outside. It's just as much a summer piece as it is a winter essential.
As proof of the latter, we've highlighted a handful of the best pencil skirt outfits for winter, as spotted on some of our favorite girls in the know. Not quite sure how to work the piece into your everyday wardrobe this season? Don't worry—it's surprisingly easy to wear, and the styling options are extremely wide-ranging. Read on to see how fashion girls are working the pencil skirt into their winter looks; then shop our edit trend-forward skirts to buy now.
Style a pencil skirt with black tights this winter.
A white pencil skirt is a must-have.
Pick a matching skirt set for a cool winter look.
A leather pencil skirt feels so edgy.
Wear florals this winter to brighten your mood.
A checked wool pencil skirt is perfect for fall and winter.
A sweater and pencil skirt make a great work look.
Stick with classic whites on top and colorful brights on the bottom.
Try styling a pencil skirt with a hoodie.
Go for a monochrome look this winter.
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Eva Thomas is a senior editor at InStyle, with nearly 10 years of experience as a fashion journalist. She has worked in fast-paced newsrooms, covering everything from Wholesale Replica Bag fashion trends to notable beauty launches. When she's not experimenting with bold fashion trends, trying on clothes for herReplica Store fitting room series, sharing style hacks, or testing new skin care devices, she’s busy tracking down the best celebrity looks, interviewing trend and beauty experts, or texting her mom about her favorite new products. Eva’s conversational writing style makes her a go-to for fun, informative advice—think of her as your in-the-know BFF who’s always ready to share her expertise on all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity.