I tend to be bit of a minimalist, but with a twist. I always like to see a quirky design element or just something a little different. That is why I like basic tops but with a funky design element.
2 days ago I showed you how to select fabulous tops that you can use as basics.
Today I want to do the reverse and show you how you can also convert a basic classic skirt into something more funky and fashionable.
The model for this exercize is the pink silk skirt I showed you yesterday.
I have several skirts that have this funky design element incorporated into the design.
- My black skirt has push buttons on the site that allows you to easily lift the skirt on each side.
- My blue navy skirt has an interesting draping element at the front
Some of these design elements can be created with a wide skirt. Have a look at this simple silk skirt and what you can do with it to convert it into a fashionable fashion item.
1 knot
This is the simplest way to add a bit of spice to the skirt by just tying 1 knot on one side.
2 knots
Here the skirt has a a knot on each side.
Connecting the ends in the back
In this version I have tied both ends of the skirt around my back waist, which turns it into an elegant pencil skirt!
Connecting the ends in the front
This can create a nice effect as well and turns you classic skirt into a hot fashion item!
So what do you think? Would you do this? Which combination is your favorite?
Sylvia is 40+style’s editor-in-chief and has been helping women find their unique style since 2011. An alumni of the School of Color and Design, she is devoted to empowering women of any age to look and feel their best. Read more about Sylvia and 40+style on this page.
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I’m quite into knotting and semi tucking this summer. I think i have a couple of perfect victims! I do almost always get my clothes out the night before. Then everything (including accessories) gets hung together. The next morning is a breeze!
Thanks for the tip!
Ooh, I love this! You are so creative. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks Shoshana!
love the skirt idea with knot. (btw, I made my photos larger on my blog)
Thanks Nancy. So much better your photos now! You can really appreciate the fabulous fashion now. (only issue is that now your wide pictures go over the border and text of your side bar. So wide pictures would need to smaller to fit in…)
Very cool. Love the little knot on the side!
Interesting. The most subtle change seems to be the most popular.
Amazing! How very clever you are. 🙂 The knots make this skirt look like a different garment. I can not pick a favorite as they are each special. I do not have a skirt that is full enough to do this with but if I did I would be showing all of my friends this trick. I think the single side knot would be beautiful on a long black formal skirt. Then a part of your leg and a gorgeous evening shoe could peek out. Lovely!
I think you’re right. That would work well!