Do you regularly wear skirts? Here at Joe Browns HQ we noticed that for a lot of women in the office their go-to tends to be jeans or dresses.

Curiosity got the better of us, so we decided to do a quick survey (thanks if you were one of the lovely people that took part) to find out the truth about skirts and here’s what we found…

Out of 2,000 of you gorgeous women, only 1 in 5 of you said you regularly wear your skirts, saving them for special occasions or holiday.

But with the weather as epic as it is at the moment, we think we should all be wearing them that little bit more and here’s why…

 

1. Skirts are flattering

There are over 40 different types of skirts, so you’re guaranteed to find one that suits your shape.

Flowery Skirt

[Summer Days Vintage Skirt Was £39.95 Now £23.95]

 
2. Skirts are cool

As it’s a scorching summer this year, getting some air to your legs will help you feel cool.

Green Patterned Skirt

[Feeling Free Skirt Was £34.95 Now £21.95]

 

3. Skirts are comfy

Styles in a jersey fabric have lots of stretch and are really practical. 

Red and Grey Skirt
[Wow Wow Wow Skirt Was £34.95 Now £21.95]

 

4. Skirts are versatile

Clever styling means you can get loads of different looks from just one staple skirt.

Black Skirt

[Vixen Vintage Skirt Was £39.95 Now £23.95]

 

5. Skirts aren’t just for summer

They’re great for layering with tights and boots to take you all the way through the year. 

Blue Skirt

 

[Button Through Skirt Was £39.95 Now £27.95] 

 

6. Skirts are sophisticated

Nothing says ‘powerful’ like a woman rocking a sexy pencil skirt and heels.

Rose Patterned Skirt

[Vixen Vintage Skirt Was £39.95 Now £23.95]

 

7. Skirts are statements

There are so many striking prints, styles and shapes out there you can make a real impact with your outfit.

Blossom Skirt

[Layered Floral Skirt Was £39.95 Now £23.95]

 

8. Skirts are part of our history

The skirt is the second oldest garment on the planet, second to the loincloth, let’s keep it alive! 

History of Skirts

Our head womenswear buyer, Caroline says “We need to revive the skirt!  A skirt doesn’t have to be girly or old-fashioned – when worn with confidence it can be liberating and powerful”. 

So there we have it, plenty of facts about why we simply shouldn’t desert the skirt! 

If we’ve won you over – check out tons of gorgeous skirts (up to half price!) here.