Skirt

Skirt is a garment that hangs from the waist and covers all or part of the legs. In the western world, skirts are usually worn by women, but there are exceptions. The wearing of skirts is not limited to the western world, as they are found in various forms in many cultures around the world.

History

The earliest known culture to have females wear clothing resembling miniskirts were the Diodachi tribe in Ancient Greece. Skirts have been worn since prehistoric times. They were the standard dressing for men and women in all ancient cultures in the Near East and Egypt.

Types of Skirts

There are many different types of skirts, including the A-line skirt, the Pencil skirt, the Mini skirt, the Maxi skirt, and the Pleated skirt. Each type of skirt has a unique cut, length, and style.

A-line Skirt

The A-line skirt is a skirt that is fitted at the hips and gradually widens towards the hem, giving the impression of the shape of a capital letter A.

Pencil Skirt

A pencil skirt is a slim-fitting skirt with a straight, narrow cut. Generally the hem falls to, or is just below, the knee and is tailored for a close fit.

Mini Skirt

A mini skirt is a skirt with its hemline well above the knees, generally at mid-thigh level, normally no longer than 10 cm (4 in) below the buttocks.

Maxi Skirt

A maxi skirt is a skirt that goes down to the ankle.

Pleated Skirt

A pleated skirt is a skirt with fabric that has been gathered or folded.

See Also

• Dress
• Kilt
• Sarong
• Tutu (clothing)