Mini-skirt and boots: the casual-chic trend for fall 2025

The mini-skirt and boot duo is making a comeback this autumn, combining comfort with a confident look. So you can go from the street to the office without a change of pace. What’s more, warm materials and clean cuts make all the difference as soon as the first chill sets in.

Why this duo dominates autumn

The catwalks confirm the trend, but everyday life is adopting it for good. Miniskirts and boots balance volume, lengthening the leg while anchoring the silhouette. Also, dense textures like leather or wool are reassuring when the temperature drops. In autumn, this combination is easy to mix with structured coats or short jackets.

Mango – Miniskirt (Mode; €60). Straight cut, textured mesh, versatile hue: it slips effortlessly under a trench coat. So, the miniskirt and boots become your simple uniform, but ready for meetings or a late coffee.

And yet, success is based on rational details. Boots protect you from the rain, while a mini gives you freedom of movement. Tights, on the other hand, are chosen according to context and weather. As a result, the mini skirt and boots combine style, warmth and practicality without overloading.

“When lengths shorten, boots gain in aplomb.”

Cut, materials, heels: a practical guide

Start with the cut: trapeze, wrap or pleated, depending on your morphology. A high waist gives structure, while a clean hem keeps a precise line. In addition, smooth leather, tweed and raw denim offer strength and durability. The mini skirt and boots are a solid duo for the cold season.

Zara – Rustic Skirt (Mode; €66). The tweed-like weave warms the leg and goes well with black ankle boots. Also, the mini skirt and boots here create a masterful contrast between material and seam.

• Choose a skirt that doesn’t ride up when you walk.
• Keep 8 to 12 cm between hem and top of boot.
• Use non-slip soles on rainy days.
• Harmonize textures: matte with glossy, grained with smooth.
• Play with layering: thin sweater + short blazer.

How to adapt it from the office to the weekend

In the office, aim for sober hues and clean lines. A boxy blazer calms shiny leather, while a stiff shirt structures the ensemble. Medium heels secure the look without tiring. The mini-skirt and boots then slip into a professional setting, without a false note.

Anine Bing – Aveline skirt (Mode; €205). Its shortened pencil cut refines, then pairs with a block-heeled boot. Also, a light turtleneck sweater balances the deep black for a clean look.

At weekends, we relax the silhouette. An aviator jacket, a ribbed sweater and a supple bag add relief. In short, textures and colors meet for a lively look. The mini skirt and boots then take on a cool, but always polished, accent.

Focus on shoes: which models win

Nomasei – “Pompei” two-tone boots (Shoes). The almond toe and clean shaft refine, then energize a chocolate knit. The two-tone contrast adds rhythm to the mini skirt and boots.

Western and equestrian influences take hold. A Cuban heel stabilizes the gait and supports the posture. As a result, silhouettes retain their allure on wet cobblestones. Mini skirts and boots benefit from chic, functional and durable support.

Our pieces to adopt now

Nomasei – “Elbana” cowgirl boots (Shoes). Slender toes, clean stitching, supple leather: the entrance is instantaneous. A beige bathrobe coat warms the ensemble without weighing it down.

Saint Laurent – Iced leather ankle boots with Cuban heels (Shoes). Glacé leather catches the light and tightens the line. As a result, the mini skirt and boots gain a graphic presence, suited to monochrome outfits.

Isabel Marant – Fringed lambskin boots (Shoes). The bangs move with you as you walk, adding a touch of relief. In short, the mini skirt and boots get a lively, folk touch here.

Aeyde – Faux python booties (Shoes). The reptile pattern structures a neutral total look and modernizes tweed. A cream-colored sweater and a hard-sided mini bag are all you need to complete the look.

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