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Here, There, Everywhere: The Distressed Denim Skirt

May 21, 2014 By Lena

Normally, I’d never say, “If Rihanna does it, I’m so down”…  you know, nipple piercings and all… but in the case of the distressed denim pencil skirt, I am absolutely taking a page from her book. This spring, freshen up your wardrobe with a denim skirt; the perfect 9-5 number that transitions seamlessly into night. Whether you do designer or cheap chic, to maximize the look, grab a skirt that sits at (or slightly above) your knees.

Denim Pnecil Skirts1. American Eagle, $21.79; 2. Zara, $24.00; 3. GAP, $49.99 (sale price)
4. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $275; 5. TopShop, $59.00; 6. Current/Elliott, $240

I’ve tried the GAP skirt in-store and it’s likely to become a staple in my wardrobe this summer – especially since it’s currently on sale for $49.99! The last time I owned a denim pencil skirt was 1988… kind of wish I still had it now!

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: denim pencil skirts, Fashion, GAP Canada, Spring 2014 Fashion Trends

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  1. Michelle

    May 21, 2014 at 10:57 am

    I’m all for number 5. Still can’t wrap my head around the “destructed” look.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 8:57 am

      It’s an acquired taste for sure :)

  2. nicolthepickle

    May 21, 2014 at 11:02 am

    I like #4….sure and I’d pick the most expensive one.
    I like pencil skirts and denim is great when you have little kids. It doesn’t stain.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 8:58 am

      True! And it’s a step up from plain old jeans, so win-win!

  3. Lynda Cook

    May 21, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    I have always loved denim skirts, but this body of mine don’t like them, I love #4 and #6, if I looked as good as you or Rihanna I would totally be rocking the denim skirt!!

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:00 am

      I still haven’t found the perfect one – I’ve founds ones I like, and ones that look nice, but not Rihanna-style epic :)

  4. Judy C (Judy Cowan)

    May 21, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    They are all great but I am afraid I don’t have the right body to pull the look off.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:00 am

      Trust me, I’m not sure I do either :) But it’s all about confidence!

  5. Anne Taylor

    May 21, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    I love distressed denim but my age and body say no lol

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:01 am

      LOL this look is definitely age-appropriate for a smaller audience :)

  6. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    May 21, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    I hate paying money for clothes that have holes in them

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:01 am

      Now THAT’s an interesting way to look at it!

  7. Flora M

    May 21, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    I’d go with #5 :)
    I love #1 but I am SO past the mini-skirt phase of life LOL – maybe for my oldest granddaughter (although both her dad and step-dad would have a fit) ;)

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:02 am

      Hahaha maybe she can wait?

  8. La Cuisine d'Helene

    May 21, 2014 at 10:40 pm

    Oh my that brings back memories of owning a jeans skirt. I have not had one in my closet for years now. You convinced me to go shopping at GAP, I want one now :) I also like #5, so classy.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:02 am

      I’m so glad to provide you with some style inspiration!

  9. Victoria Ess

    May 21, 2014 at 11:02 pm

    I don’t know if I will be participating in this trend, but Rihanna can pull it off!

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:19 am

      She sure can :)

  10. JaimeeM

    May 21, 2014 at 11:34 pm

    I love the marc jacobs skirt, super cute

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:19 am

      It’s my fave too!

  11. Crystal

    May 22, 2014 at 8:55 am

    Love this! I also had a jean wrap skirt from the Gap back in 1997… And I freggin’ loved it.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Ha! Love that you loved it!

  12. Darrah Bailey

    May 22, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I really like this look, I like #3 or #6.. You could totally rock the denim skirt.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Ah, thanks for the vote of confidence!

  13. Jennifer Lo

    May 22, 2014 at 10:20 am

    they are so cute!

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:20 am

      I agree Jennifer!

  14. Tricha

    May 22, 2014 at 11:10 am

    I personally like no. 5. I haven’t gotten into the destructed look as yet.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:20 am

      It needs to grow on you :)

  15. JaimeeM

    May 24, 2014 at 9:02 am

    Such cute skirts

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:21 am

      I agree Jaime!

  16. Christina

    May 24, 2014 at 10:40 am

    Super cute! I actually haven’t seen them in stores too much (or rather, I wasn’t looking for them). Will definitely keep my eye out for one. Love the lighter colours.

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    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Yes, I think the lighter colours definitely convey the right look!

  17. Nicky

    May 25, 2014 at 10:45 am

    these are cute – i like #1 the best!

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:21 am

      Good choice!

  18. Melinda L.

    May 27, 2014 at 10:08 am

    I’ve had this 1 denim skirt for like forever, I love it. Now if I can just find another one to replace it with.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:22 am

      The great thing is they never go out of style!

  19. Shelley N

    May 27, 2014 at 8:33 pm

    Don’t like the distressed look at all. To me it just looks messy. Number 5 would be my pick.

    • Lena

      June 1, 2014 at 9:22 am

      I like them both, and #5 is fab!

  20. Crystal Leier

    June 5, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    I am loving #2!

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      Great pick!

  21. Jenny

    June 9, 2014 at 8:07 am

    i like #5

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      I like your style!

  22. Natalie

    June 18, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    Oooooh love this trend! The Current/Elliott one is my fave :)

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      It’s so cute!

  23. Rick F

    June 19, 2014 at 8:27 am

    I’m not sure that I ever cared for that look.

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      Ha! You’re a dude!

  24. loucheryl

    June 21, 2014 at 9:21 pm

    I would rock #5! Love it!

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      YES you would!!

  25. Renee LeBlanc

    July 18, 2014 at 10:40 pm

    I love number 6, Ri Ri makes everything look amazing!

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:14 pm

      Doesn’t she?

  26. Suzie M

    July 26, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    love denim skirts no longer have the legs to wear them

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:15 pm

      Not true! Choose an under the knee length!

  27. BobbiJo Pentney

    August 2, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    I am having flashbacks from the 80’s.

    • Lena

      August 4, 2014 at 7:15 pm

      We all are :)

  28. kathy downey

    May 30, 2016 at 7:38 pm

    I love demin,for me it never goes out of style

  29. kathy downey

    July 23, 2016 at 7:34 am

    I don’t have the right hips to pull the look off,but im sure its looks great on you

  30. Debbie White Beattie

    September 18, 2017 at 10:32 pm

    I love denim whether jeans or a skirt but I still don’t get the whole distressed look because I’m someone that likes to buy clothes that don’t have holes until I’ve worn them for many years and the holes are from history. I like the #5 skirt and that should be no surprise.

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