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Denim skirts may have a semi-tragic place in recent fashion history (insanely distressed minis, anyone?), but that doesn't mean you shouldn't give the style another chance. With a fresh upgrade and some polished touches, these skirts are back in much better ways. Read on for four reboots that will cure your early '00s PTSD and make you want to wear denim skirts again this summer.
The Midi A-line Skirt
If you're apprehensive about wearing a denim skirt, ease into it with this one. The dark wash and clean silhouette make dressing around it easy.
Lemaire Pleated Denim Skirt, $355; net-a-porter.com
Prada Cutout Pointy Toe Pump, $750; nordstrom.com
Banana Republic Riley-Fit Coral Shirt, $68; bananarepublic.com
Dune London Dusty Structured Turn Lock Frame Bag, $115; dunelondon.com
The New Distressed Mini Skirt
Thanks to Saint Laurent's ongoing love affair with everything nostalgic, a '00s-inspired frayed-hem mini skirt is officially a must-have. But instead of wearing it in the same way you did the first time they were popular, tone down your skirt with a ladylike cardigan and classic loafers.
Saint Laurent Repaired Mini Skirt, $890; ysl.com
Markus Lupfer April Crystal-Embellished Wool Cardigan, $315; net-a-porter.com
Gucci Leather Horsebit Loafer, $640; gucci.com
& Other Stories Braided Shoulder Bag, $125; stories.com
H&M Metal Wristwatch, $25; hm.com
The Sailor-Inspired Skirt
This denim mini by A.P.C. has all the fixings for a casual yacht outing. And if that happens to be something you don't do all the time—drinks on the dock.
A.P.C. Boat Skirt, $210; apc.fr
Beaujolais Blouse, $85; aritzia.com
Dr. Scholl's Original Sandal, $88; drschollsshoes.com
Mark Cross Manray Mini Satchel Sunflower Rattan, $2,095; markcross1845.com
The Casual Pencil Skirt
Instead of a regular denim pencil skirt go with this one from Madewell. The middle slit, drawstring waist, and flanked pockets make for a modern throwback to the '70s.
Camp Collection 1976 Cami, $44; shopcamp.com
Madewell Denim Timeline Skirt, $88; madewell.com
Topshop Nino Suede Miules, $100; topshop.com
Cos Canvas and Mesh Bag, $49;
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