Mint Chiffon Maxi Skirt

I’ve spied some stunning maxi skirts on Pinterest lately, so I couldn’t help but whip one up for myself. And by “whip up”, I mean over a couple of weeks with much unpicking and stubborn determination to get it finished.

Top: Rosie Miller // Skirt: self-made // Bag: thrifted // Necklace: Charislee // Shoes: No1 Shoe Warehouse

Don’t let that put you off though. The skirt itself was really easy to put together, it was the lining that got me. I didn’t want a gathered lining that may cause bulk, so I lazily cut two trapezoids when really I should have made the lining as a skirt with darts.

Lesson learned and I’m hoping this will be quicker to make second time around. My wardrobe needs more of these!

I used polyester chiffon (although I hear silk chiffon is the bees knees if you can get it) and a polyester knit fabric lining. It’s a lot of polyester! The potential for clingy static and zappy electric shocks all day had me worried a little, but surprisingly, it isn’t an issue and could be remedied with an anti-static spray if need be.

I’ve also spied a navy stretch crepe at the fabric store that would look perfect as a maxi skirt. I think I’ll have to make one! Is it possible to have too many maxi’s? Meh, I’ll let you know 🙂