THE LONG THE SHORT OF IT
Are you ready for the ultimate style battle? Minis and maxis go head to head this season, and you’ll be on trend whatever you pick
It’s a battle of the hemlines this spring as mini and maxis took centre stage on the runways.
Whatever your preference, whether it’s short and sweet or long and flowing, everyone will be a style winner no matter what hemline they choose.
Designers like Miu Miu and Blumarine went micro on the runway, even pairing the mini with stomach-baring crop tops for the most Y2K of looks.
Chic retro-style skirt suits at Chanel and Dior proved the mini could be office appropriate, pairing their abbreviated hemmed skirts with boxy, oversized jackets in bright shades.
Some designers even showed opposing silhouettes on the same runway.
At Missoni, it went between elegant long metallic column dresses and super short clubready styles.
The fashion set has already chosen its style corner, opting for long or short.
Team maxi gave plenty of inspiration, cosying up in knits teamed with floorskimming printed skirts for a gorgeous wearable look.
If the excessive volume isn’t for you, opt for more slinky, column style dresses that can be dressed up for evening or worn casual for the day.
If you want to give the mini a whirl this season, try it now with opaque tights for extra coverage and protection from the cold, shrug on an oversized blazer, and you’ve got a sleek and chic street-style approved look.
It’s all about balance, so if you’re going short, keep your top half covered, or if you’re feeling brave, indulge your inner Britney and Christina and bare your belly.