This take on many a Millennial’s homecoming dress or summer skirt is back in a big way, along with all things Y2K-inspired. 

“A bubble hem skirt feels flirty and fresh, and quite trend-forward,” says Sahra Brandt, an LA- and Bay Area-based personal stylist at Shop the City. “A bubble hem has movement and shape, and isn't constricting in the least.”

You can style Brandt’s blue pick across the seasons in ways that go beyond the graphic tees that used to be an outfit staple. “Pair it with a chic burgundy rugby shirt and knit socks with tall boots in winter, or pair with a silky butter yellow tank and ballet flats or flip flops for summer,” she says.

Leather’s having a moment; midis continue their moment. What’s better than one skirt that does both? Plus neither really ever goes away, making it a classic to turn to in the future, too. 

“I love this skirt for spring because it has that clean, straight silhouette that instantly elongates the body,” says Anna Lavo, an NYC-based celebrity stylist. “The midi length is very flattering and makes the proportions feel longer and more refined.”

As far as styling it, don’t be intimidated by its bold looks: It adapts to any vibe and is easily dressed up or down. 

“I like that you can wear it higher on the waist for a sharper look or slightly lower for a more relaxed vibe,” Lavo says. Plus, “it's one of those pieces that works just as well with loafers during the day as it does with heels at night — very versatile but still strong.”

“I love this skirt because a high-waisted, ankle-length silhouette instantly creates length and structure,” says Lavo. “The camel or caramel suede makes it feel rich and timeless; it's the kind of piece that doesn't chase trends but always looks elevated.”

Lavo also loves that the who mood really elevates a daytime look: “Camel is universally flattering and softer than black for daytime,” she says. Meanwhile, “suede adds dimension.”

The skirt has lots of great details that keep up its quiet-luxury vibe. “The vertical seam detail subtly elongates the body, and the texture adds depth without needing prints or excess styling,” Lavo says. “It's a forever piece that works beautifully with a crisp shirt, knit, or even a simple tank — it carries the look on its own.”

“This season mid-length skirts are super popular,” says Vancouver-based fashion stylist Heather Jude, founder at Jude Canada. “They are definitely getting a fresh upgrade from the classic 2010 trend of wearing them with a long tank top and short sleeve bolero. I also am loving seeing a mid-length skirt in a trending fabric like a suede or something that offers a bit of visual texture.”

This skirt “earns its keep,” says Mensch, and “the fabric is the reason.”

“There's real stretch in it so you're never fighting your own skirt, but it's structured enough that the line stays clean,” she says. “No pulling, no riding up. Just a smooth fit that actually holds.”

It’s the details that count, too. “Those vertical seams and the back slit? They're there to direct attention lengthwise along the body, making your frame look taller and streamlined,” Mensch says. “Nobody's going to point at the seaming and say that's why; it registers more as a feeling than anything you can pinpoint.”