How to Wear a Denim Mini in Your 30's + WW Link Up

If there is one fashion item that I couldn't be happier about coming back into style, it's the denim skirt.   It is a must have this spring/summer, and if you don't have one in your closet, I highly suggest that you go add one now.  Even though the denim skirt has made a recent comeback, in my opinion, it is a true classic and never really went out of style.  That is why I've had this denim mini in my wardrobe for several of years now.  It's an item that I know I will keep reaching for over time.  The only problem is, it's a tad on the short side.  It's no secret that I like to wear short skirts and dresses, as my legs are my best asset, but each time summer roles around, I find myself asking if I am too old to wear certain items.  I am in my mid (okay late) thirties now, so when do I start dressing "my age"?  Whatever that means.  Then in dawned on me.  That is what style is all about.  It's taking and item or trend, and making it work for you.  I work out, a lot.  I work hard on my legs, so if I want to show them off, I will.  I just have to do it in a way that is age appropriate.  I probably don't have too many more summers left where I'll be rocking a mini, but until I am ready to retire it, I will wear it with confidence.  So here are my tips for wearing a mini skirt in your thirties.

1.  Make sure that you can bend over.  Okay, this goes for every age.  But having young children, I'm constantly bending down, or playing on the floor.  If you're going to wear a mini skirt, you need to know how to bend, sit, and move in one without exposing anything.  If you can't simply bend down and pick up a pencil without your bum hanging out, then it's too short! And always, always wear undergarments.

2.  Wear the right proportions.  You will never see me walking around town wearing a mini skirt with a skimpy tank top.  If I am going to be showcasing my legs, then then my upper half will be covered.  Pair a mini with a classic blouse or a high neck tank.  This white crochet top is the perfect example. I love the feminine and conservative touch it adds to my denim skirt.  

3.  Wear low heels or flats.  A high heel is just going to make the skirt look shorter, so wear a low heel or flat instead.  It tones down the skirt, and adds a more relaxed feel.

4.  And if all else fails, save your mini skirts for the beach.  I love wearing short skirts over my swimsuits, as they make the prefect cover ups.  After all, everyone else is in a swimsuit and bikini, so those mini skirts appear more covered up!

Since my skirt is no longer available, I linked some great denim skirts below.  I'm probably going to get this one, here, and it's on sale!  Also, my top is sold out in the white.  I know bummer.  But it is still available in black!

Blouse: c/o Chicwish (in black here)| Denim Skirt: 7 for all Mankind old, newer version here| Booties: old (similar pair here)| Bag: c/o Foley + Corinna| Sunnies: Chloé| Earrings: Baublebar| Bracelets: Vita Fede (here and here)| Lips: LipSense in Dark Pink

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The feature blogger is Dawn Lucy of Fashion Should Be Fun.  How cute are her two tone sunnies, and I'm loving her over 40 style.  Make sure to visit her blog and say hello!

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