Miniskirt & Loafers: The School Girl-Inspired Style Taking Over Spring
Move over, miniskirts and heels! Loafers are the new it-shoe for spring. Discover 15 ways to rock this unexpectedly cool-girl combo.
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Step aside, miniskirt and heels. This season, it’s all about a fresher, more playful take on this classic combo.
The new pairing that’s taking the fashion world by storm? Miniskirts and loafers. Equal parts chic and unexpectedly cool-girl, this look offers endless possibilities for effortless spring style.
From casual brunch dates to shopping around the city, this duo can be dressed up or down depending on your mood and the occasion.
15 Favorite Miniskirt and Loafer Looks:
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 10: Hailey Bieber is seen in Tribeca on May 10, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 05: Elena Perminova attends the Miu Miu Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 05, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)BERLIN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 25: Sophia Geiss seen wearing Saint Laurent black sunglasses, silver earrings, COS dark grey oversized short wool coat, Arket grey cotton hooded zip sweater, Intimissimi creamy white sheer high neck top, Mango black micro shorts, black tights, COS black leather handbag, white cotton socks and LeGer black leather loafers, on February 25, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images)BERLIN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 16: Rabea Schif seen wearing Prada black oval shaped sunglasses, Chanel gold earrings, Vintage black leather jacket, Peter Petrov black short skirt, Prada white cotton buttoned shirt with a bow and tie detail, Gucci Horsebit 1955 black leather crossbody bag, Prada black cotton logo high socks and Gucci black varnished chunky loafers with gold details, on February 16, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images)PARIS, FRANCE – SEPTEMBER 05: Natalia Verza wears a total blue denim look, sunglasses, a white crop top from The Frankie Shop, a blue denim oversized jacket from 3×1, a mini blue denim skirt cargo low waist by 3×1, a white bag from Neous, black socks, white Tabi moccasins shoes by Margiela, during a street style fashion photo session, on September 05, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 11: Olivia Neill attends Tory Burch Spring/Summer 2024 New York Fashion Week – Front Row on September 11, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Tory Burch)BERLIN, GERMANY – MAY 03: Anna Winter seen wearing Miu Miu black logo sunglasses, silver earrings, The Frankie Shop white cotton cropped top, Miu Miu navy blue blazer jacket, Miu Miu navy blue pleated short skirt, Miu Miu black leather Wander Hobo bag, Prada black logo socks, Prada shiny black leather loafers, on May 03, 2023 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images)MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 22: Caroline Daur is seen outside the Tod’s show during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 22, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 10: Tinx attends a Tommy Hilfiger brunch in Tribeca on September 10, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 10: Casimere Jollette attends Mansur Gavriel 10 Year Anniversary on September 10, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Mansur Gavriel)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 27: Taylor Swift is seen on June 27, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 22: Negin Mirsalehi wears earrings, a beige shirt with lavalliere, a black leather bag, a beige monogram logo mini skirt, white socks, brown loafers shoes, outside Gucci, during the Milan Fashion Week – Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 22, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 17: Emily Ratajkowski is seen on August 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 06: Olivia Rodrigo is seen in Midtown on September 06, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 22: Marta Lozano is seen outside the Tod’s show during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 22, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images)
Pro-Tips:
Play with proportions: Balance the proportions of your outfit by choosing a longer miniskirt if you’re opting for chunkier loafers and vice versa.
Hosiery optional: This look works well with bare legs for a spring feel or with tights for a cooler day.
Accessorize strategically: Jewelry, bags, and belts can elevate your look and add a personal touch.
Ditch the heels this season and embrace the comfort and style of loafers with your favorite miniskirt. This it-girl pairing is sure to become your new go-to outfit for effortless spring style.
