Spring is officially here, and that means it's time to freshen up your closet and get some new skirts! Wearing skirts in the winter can be a real pain. Even when you wear tights it's too cold. And then you have to find a sweater that isn't too bulky if you're planning on tucking it in. It's a whole to-do. But skirts in the spring? They may not be groundbreaking, as Miranda Priestly would say, but they're the absolute best. So I hopped onto Amazon and did a haul of five skirts under $30 to see if I could find something of good quality that could actually fit in my closet. I tried on all of the skirts with the same top and heels just to keep the focus on the skirts. Here are the results. Skirt #1: Tantalizing TweedGet this skirt here. Size: M Do I recommend? Yes. Pros: Fabric, length, overall design Cons: Lining, elasticized waist in the back The first thing I noticed about this skirt was the weight of the fabric. It was heavy and felt like good quality. It's also a really pretty print with a hint of blue laced throughout the tweed. I liked the length as well, which hit at a flattering point on the calf (if you're wearing heels - a heavy midi skirt like this never looks good with flats, in my opinion). The attached lining feels like polyester and only comes about 2/3's of the way down the length of the skirt, but that didn't really bother me. My only issue was the waistband/size. Many of the reviews online warned that this skirt ran small, and because the back of the skirt is elasticized, I sized up. Unfortunately, that meant the skirt was too big in the waist for me. But overall, I thought this skirt was great quality, especially for the price. I plan on exchanging it for the small, and I look forward to wearing it! Skirt #2: Embroidered EmeraldGet this skirt here. Size: M, 4-6 Do I recommend? Yes. Pros: Fabric, embroidery, total look Cons: No hook at the top of the zipper, no stretch This skirt was a bit out of my comfort zone. It's a little more bohemian than I usually go, but the color of the corduroy was too pretty to pass up! The embroidery on this skirt is lovely, and the fabric feels expensive in your hands - the lack of a closure at the top of the zipper, though, was a reminder that this skirt was under $30. The size I purchased was a little small for me as the skirt has no stretch, but I'm planning to exchange it for one size up. I think that this skirt would look really cute dressed up or down, and it's a good statement piece that you can style in multiple ways. Skirt #3: Pleated PinkGet this skirt here. Size: S Do I recommend? No. Pros: Color, fabric, length Cons: Fit, stray threads, elastic waistband This is a skirt that's made to be photographed in motion. It's got all that swooshy-ness that looks great when you're spinning but doesn't look so great when you're just standing still. On a positive note, the color of this skirt is vibrant in person, and the fabric doesn't feel cheap. But I personally don't like when skirts have an elastic waist that isn't at least covered in the same fabric as the rest of the skirt. Also, there were a lot of stray threads at the seam between the elastic and the skirt itself, which made it feel inexpensive. The length doesn't work on this skirt like it does on the tweed, because the fabric on this is lighter and it makes the skirt feel heavy when it shouldn't. Skirt #4: Daring DenimGet this skirt here. Size: 4 Do I recommend? Yes. Pros: Fit, Stretch, Fabric Cons: None that I've noticed! I got some real '90s vibes from this skirt - I just had to buy it. And I'm so glad I did! This skirt is really stretchy, which makes it super comfortable. I think I probably could even have sized down if I had wanted, just because there's so much stretch. But I'll be honest with you: I bought this skirt for Passover when I'll be playing with my nieces and nephews, and I wanted to be able to bend over and sit on the floor comfortably! This skirt comes in a ton of different colors, and I think it would look more classic in a dark wash and more summery in a white. I'm considering whether I'll exchange this skirt for a different color, or keep it and order another one in a size down for when I won't be playing with the kiddies! Skirt #5: Adorable A-LineGet this skirt here. Size: S Do I recommend? Yes. Pros: Print, sizing, length Cons: Fabric is thin, no lining This skirt is so cute! I love the print - as someone who adores Broadway, this skirt makes me do a little happy dance. And it comes in so many different and unique prints, you can definitely find something that fits your personality! The cotton is a little thin, but I think for the spring and summer that's a good thing. The only small problem is that there's no lining, so depending on the color that you get, you may need to wear a slip. But the fit on this was great, and I think it's a really adorable addition to any closet. Which of these skirts was your favorite? Have you ordered and worn any of them yourself? Let me know in the comments! *Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission if you click on a link and purchase something. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE...
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Hannah
3/22/2019 10:29:59 am
Does the last skirt have any stretch to it? I’m interested in it but worried about the sizing!
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Classically Abby
3/22/2019 11:42:34 am
The last skirt isn't stretchy - but I think it's pretty true to size! And returns are really easy with Amazon, so you can always order two sizes and return one :)
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Alexa
3/23/2019 10:48:59 am
Wow! That denim skirt looks fantastic! Question-when you walk or sit, does it ride up your waist? I've had that problem with denim skirts. They don't seem to stay put and I'm always pulling them down.
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Classically Abby
3/29/2019 07:50:53 am
It does shift around just because it's stretchy, but I also may not be the best source since all of my skirts tend to shift on me!
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Tannia
3/29/2019 11:58:53 am
I love your reviews! If it isn't too personal, can I ask how tall you are? I'm a shortish 5'5" and often feel that online product reviews don't apply to me.
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Classically Abby
3/29/2019 12:35:52 pm
I'm so glad you like them! And of course, I'm 5'8"! I often feel the same way, but because I'm too tall 😂 If you're a bit shorter than I am, then I would recommend skirt #2 and #5. They'll be a good length for you at your height!
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Daquan Jackson
4/22/2019 09:52:35 pm
damn girl u lookin fine
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mike cernovich
12/13/2019 11:51:36 am
Really good busty boobs
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