So, whether you’re a long-time skirt devotee on the hunt for a new addition or looking to add a new element to your wardrobe, here are the 6 skirt styles worth knowing. The mini skirt To determine what shirt size you should get, just make sure it will go around you. Most of the shirts I use are at least 24" across (so 48" total diameter). You lose 2-3 inches after you shirr it, so take that into consideration. Like I said, the bigger the better! I like to use thread the same color as my fabric. You don’t notice sewing boo-boos so much if the thread blends in. But if you're gutsy enough, use a contrasting thread! You’ll also need an elastic bobbin so your skirt will shirr.

The only downside to adding a skirt to your wardrobe? They do require a little more forethought on how to style them. But once you’ve nailed a few outfit formulas, I can promise you’ll wonder how you ever got by without more skirts.

White T-Shirt + Plaid Mini Skirt