by Kosher Casual Team | Jan 12, 2025 | Long Skirts, maxi skirts, Modest Skirts, Winter Layering, Women's Maxi Pencil Skirts
When it comes to style, from winter to summer we all know women’s pencil skirts are going to be in style every. single. year. One of the quickest, easiest and most affordable ways to stay warm up is with maxi pencil skirts. Not just any pencil skirts though – we’re talking about soft, stretchy long skirts that keep you warm and flatter your shape at the same time.
Pencil skirts are an effortless item of women’s clothing that can be styled throughout warm and cold weather as well as day to night. Here are some styling ideas while keeping your unique and modest fashion sense in mind:
Stretch Fabrics:
Long modest pencil skirts are tricky! Fabrics with spandex or lycra will allow greater freedom of movement without openings or slits. For colder weather, heavier weight cotton or wool blends work great! For warm weather, natural breathable viscose or any structured and stretchy opaque material is ideal.
Layering for Interest – Leggings and Tights
Avoid pencil skirts with slits and add tights for comfort, texture and modesty
Wearing leggings or tights under the skirt can add comfort and warmth while staying true to your style.
For a streamlined look, wear a matching color for a monochromatic color scheme textured or ribbed tight to add subtle interest.
Balanced Proportions
Since a maxi pencil skirt is sleek and fitted, pair it with a slightly looser top to balance the silhouette:
Elbow-Length sweater: opt for a lightweight knit in neutral tones to match your minimal aesthetic.
For work: choose a Choose a tailored shirt in soft fabrics, tucked in or tied at the waist
In casual settings a tunic either semi-fitted or loose keeping it easy and comfortable
Footwear Pairings
Stay true to your love of sneakers, boot or sandals and modest dressing:
Sleek sneakers: clean white or neutral sneakers keep the look casual yet fun and polished.
Gladiator sandals or minimalist ankle-strap sandals work particularly well with the pencil skirt’s clean lines. Block or kitten heel shoes add a touch of sophistication – perfect for the office or dinner.
Keep Accessories Simple
A small cross body in neutral leather or canvas bag completes the outfit without overwhelming it.
Shorter necklaces complement women’s maxi skirts without “cropping” the silhouette.
Small hoops or drop earrings in geometric shapes, in gold or silver add an artistic touch without over-accessorizing.
While classic, the pencil skirt can feel modern and on-trend with updated details like drawstring waists, textured fabrics or asymmetrical hems. They provide full coverage, which makes them a favorite for those seeking modest yet stylish options. The length and fit strike a balance between demure and chic, and transition easily from casual to formal settings.
by Kosher Casual Team | Mar 3, 2017 | Dress, Fashion Philosophy, Modest, modest clothing, Modest Fashion, Skirts
Someone.
Please bring these modest suits back!
They’re so stylish, elegant, and timelessly chic! From the photos alone, you can tell that they’re also high quality. The world needs more modest suits like these!
Then again, fashion does have a way of coming back in waves. It’s a good thing that modest fashion in general is faring well across the globe. Maybe these modest suits stand a chance of coming back in style.
by admin | Nov 15, 2010 | Black Skirts, Denim Skirt, Girls Knee Length Skirts, Knee-Length Skirt, modest clothing, Modest Fashion, Modest Skirts, Pencil Skirts
I have a confession to make. Even though I hold my own where style is concerned, my 12-year-old daughter is the resident fashionista in my house. Not that I don’t pay attention to what’s new and exciting, but let’s just say that she is the one who follows the latest trends. So when she came running into my room today and shouted that we ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY must go out and buy a pencil skirt (or two or three) because ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY EVERYONE is wearing them!!!, I was a little nervous. In my mind, I had immediate visions a barely knee length pencil skirt; very tight and very revealing. Not to mention unbearably uncomfortable! This did not bode well for the preference to dress modestly that both my daughter and I share.
Ughhhh! How uncomfortable does THIS look???
But, I was intrigued, so I did some research. Here is what I found: the knee length pencil skirt actually evolved from the hobble skirt of the early 20th century. The hobble skirt was a full length skirt, gathered at mid-calf, which, although nice and modest, seriously impeded the wearer’s ability to walk. Well, if you ask me, that sounds like fashion hell. Thankfully, the French uber designer Christian Dior re-introduced a much shorter version of the hobble skirt that also included a slit in the back for ease of movement. Thus the modern-day knee length pencil skirt was born. But could I find long pencil skirts that would appeal to my discerning, modest daughter???
Long Pencil Skirt
So my daughter and I hit the mall for some serious shopping. As she tried on pencil skirt after pencil skirt, I had to admit that although I very much liked the silhouette they created, most of these skirts where waaaay too short and tight. So back home we went to try and find something more suitable online. To our delight, we found some great stuff: a decent selection of long pencil skirts that hit well- below the knee, which meant they were both age-appropriate and modest. We decided that the slenderness of the long pencil skirts would be nicely balanced with a loose tunic top or a flowing, soft jacket. We found a couple of terrific denim pencil skirts that would look really cute with leggings underneath, and elegant black pencil skirts that would be great for more fancy occasions.
The added bonus was that these long pencil skirts were made in nice stretchy materials that made them incredibly comfortable to wear. Oh, did I mention that I found some amazing long pencil skirts for me, too?
Even Posh often wears classy, modest long pencil skirts!
So at the end of the day, my daughter ended up with a new wardrobe replete with long pencil skirts that completely fit our modest way of dressing, and I ended up a way cooler, fashion-forward mom!
