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Morgan Schimminger

Expert Tips on How to Style a Leather Skirt in Fall, Winter, Spring and Even Summer

Street style stars always have the answers. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

There are lots of questions we struggle with in life. Where should I go to college? What should I do for a living? How do I know if someone really likes me? We don't have all the answers, but if you're wondering how to style a leather skirt, we've got you covered. Well, technically the street style set does.

According to our sources, you can rock a leather skirt any time of the year. Length is one factor. Naturally, miniskirts appear to lend themselves to warm weather while more maxi takes seem destined for winter. But that's not always the case. Miniskirts can be worn in the cold as long as tights or leggings are included in the mix. Longer iterations can be displayed in summer assuming there's enough of a slit to allow air to circulate.

Keep reading to see how to style a leather skirt all year long courtesy of some of the top street style stars.

Milan Fall 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Sport a brown tank top with a coordinating sweater wrapped around your waist. Incorporate a chocolate-colored leather skirt, socks and sandals to polish things off properly.

New York Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Mirror the side slit of your leather skirt with a beautifully draped sleeveless top. Patterned pumps add more drama.

Milan Spring 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Half tuck a crisp white button-down into a black leather miniskirt. White socks complement the shirt, while black loafers nod to the skirt.

Paris Spring 2023 Menswear. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Trying to find a way to amp up an embellished leather miniskirt? Go preppy by wearing a short-sleeve white shirt and a long black tie. Bring extra edge with buckled boots.

Paris Spring 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Slip a colorful leather skirt over a striped shirtdress for insulation. Decorate your décolletage with a statement necklace. Ditch sky-high heels in favor of sky-high platform sandals.

Milan Spring 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Show a little shoulder with a pastel sweater revealing a strappy tank underneath. Tuck the sweater into a black leather skirt and complete the outfit with lace-up black boots.

New York Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

A supple tan leather jacket goes seamlessly with a white shirt, a darker brown miniskirt, white socks and kitten-heel sandals. Extra credit if your bag is another shade of brown altogether.

Copenhagen Fall 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Still worried about mixing black and brown? Top off a black leather midi skirt with a tan bomber and bucket hat to ease yourself into the trend. Black platform boots FTW.

London Fall 2022. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Take (some) attention away from a see-through shirt and bra combo by working in a leather skirt with a ruffled hem. Wrap up the look with ankle-strap sandals.

Milan Fall 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

If you plan on flaunting a multicolored leather skirt, choose a turtleneck that matches one of the shades in said skirt. Complete the look with a skinny belt, opaque tights and ankle-strap sandals.

Paris Fall 2024 Haute Couture. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Layer a white shirt with a dramatic collar and cuffs under a yellow sweater and a cropped black jacket. Then round out the outfit with a black miniskirt and flats.

Milan Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Wearing lots of leather can be a tad sweaty, even when temperatures drop. Supply a sliver of ventilation by leaving the bottom buttons on your leather button-down open. The trick works best with a high-waisted skirt and chunky boots.

New York Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Grab your chunkiest sweater and style it with a textured leather skirt. All you need is a pair of black pumps to punctuate the look.

London Fall 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Play a game of peekaboo with a leather skirt featuring two side slits. A moto jacket and platform boots enhance the already daring look.

London Fall 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Don't sleep on pleated leather skirts. Take a brown version and team it with a red satin bomber, a purple turtleneck and slouchy black boots.

Paris Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Make a black mock-neck top, a shiny leather skirt and slit-hem pants pop with a mustard yellow leather shirt. Cap things off with black pumps.

London Fall 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Go ahead and rock leather from head to toe. Style your fave leather jacket with a wide-pleated miniskirt and embellished knee-high boots.

Paris Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Or break things up with a black bustier top tucked into a leather miniskirt. An oversize leather coat and knee-high boots take things up a notch.

Milan Fall 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Opt for an oversize brown leather jacket, then use the belt to cinch it tight. Push up the jacket's sleeves and pair with a matching leather midi skirt. A black top and black boots further define the ensemble.

Milan Fall 2024. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Take the long route by tucking a white button-down into a leather maxi skirt. On super cold days, add in a dark-colored coat and stiletto boots.

Milan Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Embrace leather sets in unexpected hues. This beige, almost butter yellow combo looks best with super slouchy black leather boots.

Paris Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Balance out a boxy, cropped, leopard-print coat with a snakeskin, black leather miniskirt. A white sweater, black tights and heels are all you need to finish the outfit.

Paris Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

A high-waisted miniskirt with a bold belt is a great partner for a classic motorcycle jacket. A white top, black wool tights and white pumps with black cap toes solidify the tough yet chic vibe.

Milan Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Colorful leather sets are also great vehicles for showcasing multicolored cowboy boots. You don't need the boots to be an exact match, just come close.

Paris Spring 2023. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Be the strong-shouldered type by sporting a black coat with exaggerated shoulders over a blazer, a black tee and a leather midi skirt. If the weather isn't cooperating, work in tights so you can still flaunt sandals.

Paris Spring 2023 Haute Couture. (Credit: Courtesy of Launchmetrics Spotlight)

Looking to flash some serious leg when it gets cold out? Pair a zippered leather skirt with a patterned top, two-tone knee-high boots, opaque tights and a wool coat.

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