Hemlines play a very important role when it comes to skirts. The right length can lift your outfit or drag it down to the fashion police. If thigh-high shirt skirts or floor-sweeping maxi skirts are not your pick, try tea-length skirts. There is nothing daintier than a hem that hits at the calf. The term tea-length doesn’t suggest a specific length but this style of a skirt has a very special look. Falling anywhere between the middle of the knee and above the ankle, it holds both a retro charm and contemporary elegance. The mid-calf proportion might seem intimidating at the first glance, but a little thoughtful styling makes it easy to take on. They are often A-line in style, but you can find fitted tea-length skirts or dresses too.

Here are a few facts about tea-length skirts

Around the mid-19th century, tea-length garments were a woman’s go-to attire and this is what they used to wear to the tea table. 

Tea-length skirts or even dresses were a very big trend during the golden age of Hollywood.

We’d recommend a tea-length skirt if you’re in the mood for a retro-inspired look. You can wear them to brunch with your girl friends, family get-togethers or to a special evening with your bae.

How to style a tea-length skirt and look classy in this vintage silhouette?

For printed tea-length skirts

Pair them up with plain ivory/ecru shirt or a solid color full sleeves t-shirt. You can also throw on a chunky sweater for colder weather. But if nothing works, wear a plain black or white top to compliment the printed pattern.

For coloured tea-length skirts

Wear a crisp white shirt and a scarf for a more sophisticated look. Choose a sheer lace top or striped t-shirt to balance out the look or pair up your coloured tea-length skirt with a simple crop top.