What is a good skirt length as we get a bit older!

[Leedsavril]

Hi everyone, I recently posted about getting a new short hairstyle which I am delighted with. It has however highlighted a couple of other issues. I immediately noticed that I needed to alter my make up which I have done and I am now just about getting that right but also I am unsure on skirt length. I always loved my minis when I was younger but now I am in my mid 40's for the last few years I have been an above the knee girl at about 2" to 3". I look at myself now with my smarter short hair and I am not sure if the skirt length suits me any more. I am a 14/16 depending and I am wondering if it is time to drop the length to on or below the knee?
Any opinions and pictures would be welcome.

Im loving all the A line below the knee skirts atm asos have some great ones.

Knee length pencil skirts are still everywhere too.

I'm 40 and generally wear skirts just above or just below the knee, as that seems to be the most flattering (at the narrowest part of the leg).

I do still have a few skirts and dresses that hit at mid-thigh, although I tend to wear them with opaque tights these days.

Age is sod all to do with it, but if you feel a certain length/style doesn't suit you, why not try on a few different ones until you find some that do

I think it depends entirely on the state of your knees and lower thighs. For what it's worth, mine held up until I was in my late forties but everyone is different.

If you feel like a change, I don't think you can go far wrong with knee length or just below - as vitaminC has said, that is the narrowest part of the leg. I think midi length is harder to wear but there are some nice full-skirted mid-calf styles around at the moment (though I've yet to see them on anyone of my height). Also your legs, from the knee down, tend hold their shape pretty well so it seems a shame not to show them off.

I only wear midi

Skirt length isn't a static thing. If shorter skirts aren't suiting your mood or style at the moment, have the hems let down or false hems put on. you can always take them back up later if the mood takes you. Opaque tights are so good these days compared to years ago that skirt length and age are less of an issue. I'm in my 40s. I had given up on shorter skirts a few years ago but I'm back in them again. Never say never.

Age has nothing to do with it. Whatever you are comfortable with and think looks good.

I'm 47 and today am wearing dark denim shorts (with opaques of course) inside leg about 3 inches. Wouldn't wear a skirt that short as I'd be afraid of displaying my gusset!

And tonight I am wearing tailored white shirt, black shorts with opaques and mid height heels to a 50th birthday party.

I think that a couple of inches below the knee looks elegant. Bang on the knee or just above is less flattering. I was a confirmed mini skirt wearer up to my early 30s, and even though I think my legs could probably still cope (42) I feel more stylish and chic with a longer skirt. It's a good length for showing off nice shoes, too. A slit adds a bit of glam.

I go shorter in the summer, daytime, but I think Leedsavril is asking about everyday wear.

I'm in my mid 40s and like just above knee skirts with tights in the winter, but wouldn't wear higher than just below knee/on knee without tights.

Knees are a bit too crinkly now.

I'm with you pink - both in age and dress. Inspired by the "proud to be mutton" threads, yesterday I wore a pair of bright pink denim shorts, thick opaques and a slouchy jumper. Went to the pub, felt and looked great! Shorts do mean you'll always be covered!

Finance I always feel a bit frumpy in below the knee skirts. On the knee or above is fine. May just be me or my body shape.

I don't think it's anything to do with age, it's to do with the occasion and your shape/legs. Shorter skirts look better on my muscly legs and just above the knee is my worst style. Just below the knee foreshortens my muscly calves. I go for shorts/playsuit with opaque tights instead of a skirt, or something full length.

Slightly below the knee, but not mid-calf.

I wore a nice striped dress at weekend at it was above the knee by about 2 inches. That's how far I'd go. I did wear it with mid calf length boots but tried on ankle boots (and bought them) and it looked good too.

whatever looks good. and you feel comfy in.

The best length of skirt is dependent on the shape and tone of the legs and the occasion on hand, not age. IMHO.

Much as I rail against the Mumsnet mutton police, I don't think there is any need either to stay wedded to the styles or lengths of your youth. A change can be a real tonic so, if you feel like it there are plenty of longer lengths coming out right now.

For example, I am quite drawn to this kind of thing (although probably not in red) and I think the midi length balances out the fullness of the skirt:
www.asos.com/ASOS-Petite/ASOS-PETITE-Full-Midi-Skirt-In-Scuba-With-Pockets/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=3725518&cid=12906&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Red
But I can't get my head around shoes or what to wear on my top half plus I'm only 5'3 and don't like heels. So I've not taken the plunge yet but I'm watching with interest