Get Shorty

The monsoons are all about short hemlines, no matter what's you age.

Knee length skirts are hot for casuals and office wear. If you are the shy type, then the lowest you should go is a calf-length skirt; no longer! This length is also ideal in case you need to walk through waterlogged areas.

Frills and Flares

Heavy embellishments are out when it come to skirts this monsoon. Go for a simpler and add a little oomph with frills. Flare and A-line cuts are definitely in, but choose wisely. If you have broad hips, then a skirt that flares along the hipline isn't the best idea.

In Stores Now!

Skirts are available everywhere right from designer stores to your local flea market.

To browse through a variety of styles, try stores like Pantaloons, Shopper's Stop and Lifestyle. Store such as FabIndia and W have similar cuts in ethnic prints.

It is always better to try the skirt before you pick it up; what looks good on the rack  need not look good on you.

Designer Tips

Can't find the perfect skirt for the monsoons? Simply get one tailored. Fashion designer Anupama Dayal gives you tips on what to look for while buying fabrics and colours for skirts.

• Coated fabrics are the best option for the season. These fabrics have a rubber-like coating, which makes water bounce back. It is almost like wearing a waterproof outfit. You can pick this up at all local fabric stores.
  
  
• You can also go in for silk, as it dries up really fast. Contrary to popular belief, silk doesn't get spoilt in the rain. Besides these, there is a variety of synthetic fabrics you can pick from.
  
  
• While selecting colours, think peacock! Any shades of the peacock will make it big this season. Remember, dark shades will not show when wet.
  
  
• If you are going in for coated fabrics, then choose neon shades. You can choose one according to your preference.