What is a mullet skirt and how to work it into your wardrobe

The iconic design is well-loved for its unique silhouette that is higher in the front, or side, than in the back

By Gracia Phang - 31 Mar 2022

Credit: Loewe Spring/Summer 2022, Farfetch, Net-a-Porter

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Those torn between maxis and minis will find their sweet spot in the mullet skirt. Just like its namesake haircut, this asymmetrical style has had its ups and downs: The design achieved It skirt status in the early 2010s before falling out of favour. This season sees it resume its place amongst the popular set once again with chic, scene-stealing iterations that are so easy to pull off. Here’s how.

Dark Romance

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Cecilie Bahnsen points the way to adding dark romance to your wardrobe, showing a creation that promises volume and high textures in a semi-glossy black fabric that pairs as beautifully with a round-neck tee as it does a crisp shirt.

High-Low Tulle Skirt, $5,506, Zuhair Murad at Farfetch

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Layered Asymmetric Midi Skirt, $890, JW Anderson at Farfetch

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Fancy-Schmancy

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Over at Giambattista Valli, a powder pink number with romantic tiers and cascading ruffles was styled with a barely there peekaboo top that served as counterpoint to the feminine vibe.

Gathered Ruffle Midi Skirt in Neon Pink, $2,855, Alexander McQueen

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Cunard Fringed Asymmetric Lurex And Satin-Jacquard Skirt, $1,081, Taller Marmo at Net-a-Porter

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Embellished Lace High-Low Skirt, $3,132, Stella McCartney at Farfetch

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Smart Casual

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Want a more palatable look for the everyday? Do like Prada, which put a twist on the black skirt staple and made it work for casual Fridays with a leather jacket thrown on.

Wrap-Effect Fringed Jacquard-Knit Mini Skirt, $1,905, Balmain at Net-a-Porter

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4-Bar Pleated Mini Skirt, $1,920, Thom Browne at Farfetch

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Light & Billowy

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For something light and chic, channel the breezy ease of Marques’ Almeida’s flowy number, worn with a puffy oversize top edged up by thigh-high boots.