Skirts Were Chicest in the ‘90s—4 Retro Trends Making a Comeback Right Now

Longer evenings, bursts of colourful blooms and the steady climb in temperatures all play their part in making spring my favourite season. Still, I’d be remiss not to mention another real reason I look forward to this time of year: it marks the return of skirts. After months of relying on denim, there’s something so refreshing about slipping into a great skirt again.

As we settle into spring 2026, I've noticed that the skirts fashion people are reaching for this spring feel sleeker and more refined than before, with a palpable '90s spirit. In fact, several retro silhouettes and prints are coming back right now, all of which channel that sleek minimalism the decade did so well. From nostalgic patterns that feel newly relevant to elongated shapes that are taking off right now, below are the ’90s skirt trends to know for spring 2026.

4 '90s Skirt Trends Taking Off This Spring

1. Plaid Skirts

Style Notes: Set for a revival this season, softly swishing plaid skirts are shaping up to be spring’s most covetable buy. A staple of the '90s wardrobe, the nostalgic print feels fresh once more—bringing structure and playfulness to the chicest outfits of the moment.

Shop Plaid Skirts:

Mango

Checked Asymmetric Skirt

Style with knee-high boots or pair with strappy sandals.

This looks more expensive than it actually is.

Reformation

Layla Knee Length Skirt

Style this with a t-shirt for a chic, day-to-day look.

2. Pencil Skirts

Style Notes: Building momentum over the past few seasons, pencil skirts are poised to take off this spring. A cornerstone of the decade’s tailoring, their sleek silhouette creates a polished foundation—easy to dress down with a simple tee or elevate with a refined knit.

Shop Pencil Skirts:

Suzie Kondi

Sienna Cotton-Blend Terry Midi Skirt

Style with a white polo neck for a chic, tonal look.

H&M

Linen-Blend Pencil Skirt

Honestly, this looks more expensive than it actually is.

The pencil skirt trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

3. Column Skirts

Style Notes: Arguably the coolest way to wear a maxi in 2026, the column skirt is all about clean lines and understated impact. Style with heeled sandals for a more elevated take, or lean into its effortless appeal with ballet flats for everyday wear.

Shop Column Skirts:

Mango

Linen-Blend Straight Skirt

The linen composition ensures a breezy finish.

LOULOU DE SAISON

Cara Wool Midi Skirt

I can really see the column skirt trend taking off this summer.

Anthropologie

The Colette Maxi Skirt by Maeve

The fresh white shade makes this so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.

4. Sleek Miniskirts

Style Notes: Miniskirt season has officially arrived, and this time, it’s all about '90s styling. Think chunky knits and knee-high boots, this throwback two-piece look is only set to gain traction as temperatures continue to rise.

Shop Miniskirts:

Marks & Spencer

A-Line Mini Skirt

This comes in sizes 6—24.

Reformation

Carla Low Waist Skirt

Whilst I love this in the black, you can also shop it in six other shades.

Cou Cou Intimates

The Mini Skirt Black

Style this with the matching vest top or pair it with a simple white tee.