HOW TO STYLE A MIDI SKIRT FOR WINTER?

With three months of winter ahead of us, it makes sense to talk winter fashion. Midi skirts and dresses are often my 'go to' items during winter. One of the reasons why I like to wear the midi length in winter is because midis are not only practical but they can be quite warm, especially if you pair them with boots. I do like a good maxi but some of them can be a challenge to walk in and besides midis are perfect for showing off our shoes. Now, that I think of it, I often end up pairing a midi skirt with a coat and boots (see here and here). It is such an easy outfit formula to put together, but it can look amazingly chic. Do you agree? How do you feel about  the midi length? 

WHEN IN DOUBT PAIR A STATEMENT COAT WITH A MIDI SKIRT
When I put together this outfit, it was surprisingly neutral so I added to add some colour with this gorgeous magenta coat. I'm pretty sure I've always been a fan of statement and coloured coats (even way back when these coats weren't really a thing). Despite the fact that I had this magenta coat for two years, I haven't yet grown tired of it, so you may expect to see this coat again here on blog. I was never the type to buy something and wear it only once. I honestly enjoy wearing an item repeatedly. It is all about creating stories and memories with our clothes, that's what makes a clothing item valuable to me. Perhaps I'm just sentimental, but I like when a clothing item comes with a story. Anyhow, this time, I paired this coat with a neutral midi skirt. I wore a grey dress underneath it.  So, basically I layered this warm midi skirt over a grey dress (this one) for this look. To finish it off, I choose a pair of heeled brown boots and a black bag. When I get tired of black, I often opt for brown. It is a rather neutral colour that goes well with everything. To be honest, this knit beanie wasn't a part of this outfit. I just put it on because I was worried I might be cold (it was windy). All in all, I was pretty satisfied with this outfit. It proved quite warm and comfortable, but it still looked chic. 
THE STORY OF AN OUTFIT
Once again, I'm sharing an outfit I put together from items in my closet. Nothing is new about this look and I honestly don't remember when I last bought a clothing item. I'm all about shopping one's closet. I wore this magenta coat many times in the past (links here, here, here , here and here). The bag is also an item you have had the chance of seeing a lot despite the fact that it was a summer gift (proof here, here, and here). The brown boots were featured in this MOST COMFORTABLE HEELED BOOTS I OWN post.  The skirt is new to me, but it's not new, I got it from someone who didn't want it anymore, so you could say that it is a second hand item. The faux fur scarf I wore with this look came off a beige puffer jacket I have had for ages (see here, here and here). 
I used to be a girl who disliked winter, but boy have I changed. Now, I can't seem to get enough of it and I live for those sunny and cold days. I'm actually excited about the fact that winter is here to stay and that we have months of cold weather ahead. Alright, the winter is more on the mild size where I'm from, but still- we do get some really cold days and windy ones too. It is nice being able to embrace winter.  I'm no longer anxiously waiting for the Spring or anything like that. I mean I will probably be happy once Spring arrives, but I feel no need to rush it. Instead I'm enjoying season that's here, trying to seize the moment. Winter can be so beautiful and inspiring, especially when you spend it by the sea. The sea in winter is a magical thing. I'm spending this winter by the sea and I'll try to make most of it.

The location were these photographs were taken is beautiful Split city. I was there only shortly, but I do have a lot of links to my previous posts and you may click some of them if you want to know more about this city:
1. A SHORT VISIT TO SPLIT CITY, WHAT TO DO AND WHERE TO DINE?
2. HOW TO FIND PHOTO WORTHY LOCATIONS IN SPLIT CITY?
3. VISITING SPLIT CITY IN WINTER TIME
4. A FLORAL DRESS FOR SIGHTSEEING SPLIT CITY
5. RESTAURANT ASIA, SPLIT CITY 
6. WHAT TO DO IN SPLIT CITY IN AUTUMN?
7. FEMININE STYLING & SUNSET IN SPLIT CITY
8. INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT SPLIT CITY
9. IS SPRING A GOOD TIME TO VISIT SPLIT CITY?
10. STROLLING SPLIT 3
11. WHERE THE SEA IS CRYSTAL CLEAR...
12. STREET STYLE PHOTOGRAPHY SPLIT
13. SUNSET IN SPLIT CITY
14. WHAT TO WEAR FOR SIGHTSEEING SPLIT CITY?
15. IS DOMINUS CATHEDRAL TOWER WORTH THE CLIMB?
16. SUMMER ISN'T OVER YET IN SPLIT CITY!
17. AUTUMN OUTFIT PROPOSAL IN SPLIT CITY
18. ADVENT IN SPLIT CITY 
19. MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM SPLIT CITY 
20. CHRISTMAS IN SPLIT CITY: A MIDI SKIRT STYLING
21. HOW TO WEAR A SWEATER DRESS IN A CHIC WAY


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Comments

  1. Silvia Negretti7 January 2020 at 10:00

    Io ho "scoperto" le midi skirt solo da qualche anno ma devi dire che da allora le sto usando molto sia in Inverno che in estate! Le trovo pratiche e comode e perfette per moltissime situazioni!
    In inverno mi piacciono soprattutto i vestiti midi in maglia che porto con gli stivaletti o con le neackers.
    Mi piace molto la tua gonna ed il tuo look, il tocco di colore del cappotto è davvero chic! Stai benissimo! :)
    Ancora tantissimi auguri di un bellissimo anno nuovo, Ivana!
    Baci!
    S
    https://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com/

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  2. Jodie's Touch of Style7 January 2020 at 10:29

    I love how you've styled this skirt for the season Ivana!!! It's always nice to be covered up when it's cold outside.
    OXOX
    Jodie

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  3. ALLIE NYC7 January 2020 at 11:06

    Ah yes midi skirts are warm but you are correct they can be hard to walk and if wear tights also have to deal with static cling. But they are on trend and they are warm. Love these looks here!!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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    1. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:01

      Thank you Allie. The static cling can be a drag. That is why I like denim ones, they don't seem to stick as much.

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  4. Mica7 January 2020 at 12:56

    Your bright coat is so nice and cheerful for winter and it looks great with the brown skirt! I find midi lengths really tricky to wear, but I've been trying to think outside the box and be a bit more open to them - I have a floral midi dress I love! :)

    Hope that your week is going well :) It's a busy week here as it's my first week back at work after the Christmas break! I've got what I wore for Christmas up on the blog now.

    Away From Blue

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    1. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:03

      Thank you Mica. The first week after Christmas can be quite busy.

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  5. R's Rue7 January 2020 at 13:23

    You are always so creative with your clothing.

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  6. Sheila7 January 2020 at 14:02

    Those cold, crisp but sunny days are the best in winter, aren't they? I love this look with your midi skirt, Ivana! I love boots with midis - I've never stopped wearing midis in all the time I've blogged, and it's nice to see them coming around into fashion again (about time!).

    Good for you for shopping your closet! I enjoy the second-hand hunt so much (it's mental therapy for me) that I don't think I could do a no-buy stretch for very long, but I really admire that you've had many of your pieces for a long time. I still have pieces in my closet that I've had for 10+ years!

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    1. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:17

      Thank you Sheila. Those sunny days are precious, aren't they? The second hand hunt can be so much fun.

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  7. Ananka7 January 2020 at 14:07

    Looks fab. I love the boots :-D

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  8. Jeff7 January 2020 at 19:41

    Your outfits always look nice. I have never worn a "midi" but have worn a kilt and they can be very comfortable and warm! Have a blessed New Year.

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  9. Vix8 January 2020 at 00:27

    That's a great look on you and I adore the scenery - just look at that glorious sunshine. I can deal with cold weather when it's sunny and bright.
    I've only embraced midi length in the last couple of years - I've always felt midi to be a bit mediocre - preferring maxi or mini but like you say, it's a good length with a coat and knee length boots. xxx

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    1. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:19

      Thank you Vix! I feel the same way. When it's sunny, no cold seems that bad. Maxi or minis are more dramatic but I like how midis allow us to show off our boots.

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  10. Marisa Cavaleiro8 January 2020 at 07:35

    Hi Ivana
    Because of my broken foot I prefer to use too midi skirts they hide the boot I wear.
    I loved the way you styled the skirt, but I don't like winter, I love winter clothes but I don't like the cold!!
    You are amazing Ivana, if no one told you that before I tell you!!
    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  11. Sakuranko8 January 2020 at 09:27

    Oh so cute style darling
    Amazing photos
    xx

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  12. Missymayification8 January 2020 at 10:49

    Nothing like shopping your closet! You look winter perfect, Ivana.
    Happy new year. Hope you had a lovely Christmas.

    https://missymayification.co.uk

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  13. sonia // daring coco8 January 2020 at 22:38

    Happy New Year! I'm like you, I don't like buying an item and only wearing it once. Defeats the purpose and in todays wasteful world it really doesn't sit right with me. I love wearing maxi's with boots underneath. I hadn't realised how amazing it is until I tried this myself a while back too.

    Sxx
    daringcoco.com

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    1. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:58

      Thanks Sonia. It's a great combo isn't it, very cozy and warm.

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  14. Liza9 January 2020 at 04:29

    Happy New Year. Love all the photos and your coat is so fabulous.

    xoxo
    Liza
    www.lizacorner.blogspot.com

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  15. Hey I'm With The Band9 January 2020 at 04:58

    You always very well dressed and elegant, I loved it! :)

    https://www.heyimwiththeband.com.br/

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  16. The Exclusive Beauty Diary9 January 2020 at 07:05

    I'm also fan of midi skirts and really like how you style this one. Combination of colours is amazing. Also Split is such a beautiful city. I had such a great time there and so many memories.

    New Post - http://www.exclusivebeautydiary.com/2020/01/dear-2020-beauty-of-hope_9.html

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  17. Ivana Split9 January 2020 at 08:35

    Thank you Joanna and Jeff.

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  18. Anna-Alina9 January 2020 at 12:01

    Looks like a warm outfit! Amazing coat and illustrations!!

    xx

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  19. Juliana Ferreira9 January 2020 at 14:30

    So great look, amazing photos

    Kisses
    www.pimentadeacucar.com

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  20. Rowena @ rolala loves9 January 2020 at 15:28

    I think I have a love/hate relationship with winter but I'm beginning to like it more. A midi skirt can be a great style choice during the winter months especially since you can wear tights or in my case long underwear along with knee high boots to stay warm. And a great statement coat is always a good bet.

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    1. Ivana Split11 January 2020 at 10:05

      I love to pair midis with tights/leggings and boots. I always feel warm in this combo.

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  21. Jac Sohari9 January 2020 at 16:51

    Perfect photos!!!!!!!!!!

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  22. Lovely13 January 2020 at 01:26

    I love a midi skirt and you styled this one perfectly, you look super cozy and chic.

    xoxo
    Lovely
    www.mynameislovely.com

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