The denim skirt has been dismissed so many times that its staying power is almost impressive. Every few years someone declares it over, and every few years it comes back looking better than before. We think that’s because a well made blue denim skirt genuinely solves something. It works with trainers and a vest on a Saturday. It works with a tucked in blouse and low heels for something that reads as put together without being precious about it. The versatility is real, not theoretical.

What we’ve curated here are the skirts that actually justify the category. That means paying attention to the wash, because the wrong shade of blue can flatten everything, and to the cut, because midi length, mini, and A line all behave completely differently depending on what you’re pairing them with. We’ve been particularly drawn to mid blue washes and classic A line shapes that feel timeless rather than trend dependent.

A denim skirt done well is one of the hardest working items you can own. These are the ones that earn that reputation rather than just claim it.