From pleated midis to form fitting pencil styles and flirty minis, a leather skirt is an essential in any wardrobe.
You most likely have a leather jacket, and a pair of leather trousers too, but make sure you're not sleeping on the equally versatile leather skirt.
A key piece to style your outfits around, it's a favourite of the most stylish celebrities, from Olivia Palermo to Victoria Beckham and Meghan Markle.
Whether you want to invest in real leather or you're looking for a faux leather skirt, I've found all of the must-see options available to shop this season.
Celebrities wearing leather skirts
Olivia Palermo is a longtime fan of a leather skirt, mostly wearing flared, midi styles. She usually wears them as part of a timeless all-black outfit but we love this white top with statement sleeves. She completes her ensembles with knee-high boots.
© Samir HusseinThe now iconic green tonal outfit Meghan Markle wore back in 2018 centred around a leather midi skirt by BOSS. The Duchess has worn the fitted piece in both red and green, on this occasion pairing it with a matching blouse from & Other Stories. She completed the look with nude heels by Stuart Weitzman and Missoma jewellery.
Victoria Beckham stepped out in New York wearing this gorgeous winter outfit, which included a button-down leather midi skirt from her own eponymous label and a green roll neck knitted sweater. She proves you can mix and match colours and still look chic.
For a more daring leather look, channel Kendall Jenner in her Fidan Novruzova mini skirt and matching Dior knee-high boots. The supermodel added a sleeveless knitted cardigan and a stunning smokey eye.
How we chose the best leather skirts
- Cut: Whether you're looking for slim-fit, flared, a midi or a mini leather skirt, we've included a range of cuts to suit every style.
- Price: This edit has been curated with a range of budgets in mind, from River Island's faux leather mini skirt at £25 to a £269 midi skirt from Massimo Dutti. We've included both real leather and leather-look pieces.
- Colour: All of the leather skirts in the edit come in timeless black, to fit seamlessly into your wardrobe.
& Other Stories Topstitched Leather Mini Skirt
& Other Stories Topstitched Leather Mini Skirt
Sizes available: EUR 32-44
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £3.99 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £60
Returns: Free within 35 days
This real leather mini skirt from & Other Stories is a forever piece. It's fully lined with a straight cut, topstitched seams and two welt pockets. I'd style it with knee-high boots like Kendall this spring.
New Look Leather-Look Midaxi Skirt
New Look Leather-Look Midaxi Skirt
Sizes available: UK 6-22
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £2.99 for Standard Delivery or free on orders over £50
Returns: £1.99 within 28 days
New Look's trending leather-look midi skirt is a bargain at just £23. It has a sultry split hem and high-rise waist, with multiple reviews claiming it's so flattering.
Zara Leather-Effect Midi Skirt
Zara Leather-Effect Midi Skirt
Sizes available: XS-XL
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £3.95 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £50
Returns: £1.95 within 30 days
Looking for something less fitted? Zara's faux leather midi skirt has a beautiful voluminous silhouette falling to a cool asymmetric hem. It features an invisible zip fastening.
Reiss Raya Leather Skirt
Reiss Raya Leather Skirt
Sizes available: UK 4-18
Colours available: Black, Berry
Shipping: £5.95 Next Day Delivery
Returns: £1.95 within 28 days
The perfect leather pencil skirt comes courtesy of Meghan Markle's go-to Reiss. Crafted from the softest real leather, it has a high-rise fitted cut, a contrasting back panel and a split for easy movement.
Whistles Leather A-Line Skirt
Whistles Leather A-Line Skirt
Sizes available: UK 4-20, Regular & Petite
Colours available: Black, Green, Red
Shipping: £6 Standard Delivery or free on orders over £150
Returns: Free within 28 days
Whistles' versatile real leather mini skirt would look amazing styled with knee-high boots and a sheer shirt or stylish sweater this spring. The bestselling piece has a high-rise, A-line design and is also available in petite.
Karen Millen Leather Button Skirt
Karen Millen Leather Button Skirt
Sizes available: UK 6-16
Colours available: Black, Green
Shipping: £4.99 Standard Delivery or free with Karen Millen Premier
Returns: £2 within 28 days or free with Karen Millen Premier
I could see Victoria Beckham in this button down wrap leather midi skirt. The timeless Karen Millen piece is perfect to wear from the boardroom to the bar with a quick change of accessories - and it's now on sale.
River Island Faux Leather Mini Skirt
River Island Faux Leather Mini Skirt
Sizes available: UK 4-18
Colours available: Black, Brown
Shipping: Free Standard Delivery
Returns: Free within 28 days
River Island's popular leather-look mini skirt is selling fast thanks to its easy-to-style classic cut and low price point. It's fitted and features flattering panelled detail.
Mango Leather-Effect Pleated Skirt
Mango Leather-Effect Pleated Skirt
Sizes available: XXS-4XL
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £5 Standard Delivery or free for orders over £125
Returns: Free within 30 days
If a pleated leather skirt if what you're after, Mango has dropped this luxe leather-effect piece to wear all year round. Available in sizes XXS-4XL, the midi skirt features an invisible lateral zip fastening.
Massimo Dutti Nappa Leather Skirt
Massimo Dutti Nappa Leather Skirt
Sizes available: UK 8-14
Colours available: Black
Shipping: £3.95 for Standard Delivery or free on orders over £100
Returns: £3.95 within 30 days
Looking to invest? Massimo Dutti does luxe wardrobe staples so well. This midi skirt is made from sheepskin leather with a Nappa finish and features a front slit hem. I love it styled with loafers.
