A denim skirt and summer go hand in hand. Simply stated, you need one, and we’ve found six great options for you to consider. Note that we have mini to knee length to choose from. Personally, we like that classic length — somewhere between too short and knee-length — that will give you the most options as the temperatures heat up! But, we also know that some of you have killer legs and a short denim skirt is a great way to show them off!

And yes, for many offices, a denim skirt that is not tattered or too short is perfectly appropriate. Swap out your shoes and handbag, and you can likely take the same look to dinner or drinks afterward. Add a tee and flip-flops and hit the farmers market on the weekend. This skirt really can be your go-to all summer long.

Denim skirt for workPin
Yes, denim skirts are good for an office when you pick a classic shape, like a pencil skirt, and opt for dark denim or white denim. And find one without back pockets for the most “classic” work look! Image: Pinterest
Denim on denim, yes it can look good! Just don't match your denim colors, okay?!Pin
You can wear denim on denim. Just make sure your denims do not match! Here, Olivia Palermo rocks a denim on denim look (left), which inspired this image from blogger jseverydayfashion.com (right).
Denim Pencil Skirt via PinterestPin
This type of skirt is perfect for casual yet polished. Image: Pinterest

TIME TO SHOP

Now that you’ve got a great primer on your options and some examples of how to wear them, it’s time to shop. Locally, there is no shortage of fabulous options either. Download the SB App and make your way to Memphis’ best local boutiques to source your denim skirts. Here are a few we spotted around town:

Lansky 126

149 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38103 • (901) 405-7625
Hours: Sunday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

From Lansky 126, the AG Ali skirt, $178, has a faded finish and five-pocket styling. Pin

From Lansky 126, the AG Ali skirt, $178, has a faded finish and five-pocket styling.

20twelve

253 Broad Ave., Memphis, TN 38112 • (901) 275-8784
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

From 20twelve, a seven button knee-length skirt can go from office to night out. Pin

From 20twelve, a seven-button, knee-length skirt can go from the office to a night out. $190.

Sachi

397 Perkins Road Ext., Memphis, TN 38117 • (901) 685-8464
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

The MinkPink white denim skirt, $72 at Sachi. Pin

The MinkPink white denim skirt, $72, at Sachi

Lori James

6150 Poplar Ave., Ste. 118, Memphis, TN 38119 • (901) 207-5427
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The traditional detailing of this pull-on pencil skirt includes double stitching at the pocket and back slit. Pin
The traditional detailing of this pull-on pencil skirt includes double stitching at the pocket and back slit. Find it for $78 at Lori James.

Mozelle Boutique

9076 Poplar Pike, Ste. 101, Germantown, TN 38138 • (901) 758-3330
Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A flirty take on the denim skirt features a scalloped hem. From Mozelle BoutiquePin

A flirty take on the denim skirt features a scalloped hem for just $44. From Mozelle Boutique

Baer’s Den

4540 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38117 • (901) 684-6001
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The fun details pf this Tularosa skirt make this skirt a must for summer concerts. $138 at Baer's DenPin

The fun details of this Tularosa skirt make it a must-have for summer concerts. Find it for $138 at Baer’s Den.

Get out and shop local for all your summer style needs!

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Liza Graves

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