The best denim midi and maxi skirts for a casual, stylish look

This skirt ticks all of the boxes. With a long hemline that just about grazes below your ankles, it’s the perfect length to be paired with flat casual shoes, like trainers and boots, which really suit the denim look. Given the way it hugs your body in all the right places, it’s incredibly comfortable and flattering, too. This is also largely thanks to the slightly unusual placing of a slit at the front of the skirt as opposed to the back, offering a unique style twist on the traditional denim maxi skirt. Not only does it fit comfortably with a belt, it also offers unique stitching on the front that adds both style and flattering points.

This is a straightforward, no-frills denim midi skirt from one of the most renowned denim brands around. This skirt falls to the middle of the calf, or just below the knee, which is something to bear in mind if you don’t have the longest of legs. Regardless, it’s a comfortable fit and comes with Lee’s signature details: contrast stitching and brass buttons, and comes with a small slit at the front for movement. We’d recommend pairing this one with a belt for some extra style points. We’re not the only ones who appreciate this staple piece, as there’s only a few sizes still available.

Slightly different from some of the other skirts here, this one comes in a low rise as opposed to a high waist. But don’t let that put you off. The A-line silhouette is still just as flattering but in a different way and its wide waistband offers a comfortable fit on the hips. This skirt would go well with a regular top worn loosely over the waistband, or the more daring among you could try pairing it with a crop top for a full Nineties look. Its gunmetal grey shade means it’s very versatile in terms of styling, and there’s a singular back pocket to store any essentials on the move. The skirt also comes with a subtle nod to the brand, featuring its sun logo embroidered on the right-hand side.

This skirt is one of New Look’s most popular items thanks to its inclusion in Emily Atack’s personal edit from the website. After testing it out, it’s not hard to see why. The skirt falls straight down and grazes the ankles, with a front slit making it easy to move in. It was, however, a little tighter on the thighs and looser on the waist than some of the other skirts tested here, which makes us think you might need to be a little more careful with your sizing if choosing this option. Nonetheless, the denim was stiff and Nineties-inspired, which makes this skirt a very stylish and very affordable option for those looking to tap into the trend this summer.

This is the ultimate denim maxi skirt for Britney fans. Thanks to its fishtail style, raw-cut hem, and tinted denim, it’s a true Y2K era skirt complete with all the fittings. The denim is particularly soft for BDG, too, which makes it comfortable but given the stretchiness of the denim does also mean that you might need to get a slightly smaller size than normal. Still, it works well with any belt and can just as easily be worn with a graphic T-shirt as a simple white vest. We’d recommend the latter for that true Y2K style homage. Pair with a leather jacket and oversized sunglasses to top it all off.

This is a rather French chic offering on the denim midi skirt trend. With its clean stitching and unfussy details – nothing except for a front slit and two large pockets – this is an understated skirt, made more so by its pale blue shade. Nonetheless, the denim is buttery soft and doesn’t really feel like denim at all, making it one of the comfiest we tried.

That said, the cut isn’t necessarily the most flattering; tight in parts and loose in others. However, there’s still plenty to be said for a classic pale denim skirt that does everything it says on the tin like this one. And while it is out of stock at the moment, you can add it to your wishlist to be notified if this skirt (or a similar model) comes back.

This is an all-round easy winner. Reformation is famed for its cult sustainable pieces, which often sell out as soon as they’ve been released, and it’s easy to see why. This skirt fits like a glove and somehow makes an unusual midi shape seem very flattering. It also comes in a retro 1990s-style denim that’s perfect for this exact trend, meaning it will pair well with other go-to items of the era, like cropped T-shirts and halternecks for when it’s sunny. It’s very comfortable without feeling constricting, which is a huge plus with a tight skirt, and could just as easily take you to a picnic as to a night out. A summer wardrobe must-have.

Another great option for those looking for something off-white, this cream denim skirt is an ideal choice. With unusually placed slits either side of the skirt, it offers movement in a unique way, adding a slightly different silhouette to some of the other skirts we’ve chosen. We loved the visible stitching on this one because it gave the skirt some additional fashion flair.

However, the denim was very thin for this one and felt more like cotton than traditional denim, so do bear this in mind when choosing your skirt. As well as this, instead of a zip it features buttons at the fastening, which can create a slight bulge at the waist so bear this in mind for high-waisted looks. It also had a slightly larger fit, so you might want to consider going a size down from your normal size. But at a very reasonable price point, you can’t go wrong with this.

This is a unique addition for several reasons, the first being that the slit on this skirt is on one side. This is a godsend when it comes to movement, because often long denim skirts can be quite restrictive, especially if they are snug-fitting. The denim isn’t stretchy, which means it really hugs your figure to create a very flattering silhouette, especially when worn with either a loose T-shirt tucked in, or an oversized shirt. It boasts an impressive five pockets and also comes in a very wearable shade of dark denim, which is easy to wear with almost anything.

This is a great option for those looking for something a little different. Not only because the denim is cream instead of blue but because, like many of Rixo’s designs, this skirt is 1970s-inspired, which means its retro aesthetic is from a different decade to the majority of the skirts listed here.

With intricate braiding detail on the pockets and the waistband, this skirt offers a girlish twist on the denim midi skirt trend. Plus, it comes in a flattering pencil shape that hugs your hips but falls straight down loosely over the rest of your legs so as to give you plenty of room for movement. Rixo also happens to use its own uniquely sustainable brand of denim, meaning the carbon footprint of this purchase will be lower than for some of other skirts listed here.

Though it is out of stock online at the moment, if you are in a position to venture out, we’ve been ensured there is still some stock left in stores.