Spring/Summer 2012 Fashion Trend: High Low Skirts

Asymmetric Hem Pleated Skirt

Have you heard the latest trend called the high-low skirt?  This is another interesting trend that's perfect forspring/summer 2012.  The high low skirt is the reinvention of the mullet trend.  Mullet refers to the high-low hemline.  Mullet pertains to a cut that features a short skirt in the front and long skirt at the back.  

Asymmetric Hem Skirt

High low skirts are perfect for the summer season because it's light and breezy.  It also highlights your statement shoes. If you're interested with the high low skirt trend read on and learn the tricks in wearing the style.  The trend comes with many names.  Sometimes it's referred to as asymmetrical hem skirt, fishtail skirt or mullet skirt.  But whatever the name is the style features the key element which is a short skirt at the front and long skirt at the back.  The length of the hemline varies from mini to maxi.  Some high low skirts are perfect for casual wear while others are great for formal events.  

Dip Back Skirt

High low skirts are great transitional items that can be worn for the next season.  High low skirts are versatile, it comes in different versions and fabrics giving you a lot of options to choose from.  The great thing about asymmetrical hemlines like the high low skirt is its ability to enhance your curves.  It flatters your figure because of the asymmetrical cut.  This trend also works for almost all body types.  It's perfect for petite girls because it shows off the right amount of skin.  For women with curves, wearing color block high low skirt flatters and highlights the right body parts.

Dip Back Chiffon Skirt

How to Wear the High Low Skirt:

• Pair a casual version of the high low skirt with your favorite top.  Put on your comfiest sandals and sunglasses to complete your summer look.
• You can wear the high low skirt as a cover up.
• You can choose a high low skirt with a shorter front hemline to show off your legs and footwear.
• For an evening look, throw on your favorite sexy top, sexy heels and interesting accessories.
• High low skirt always looks great when paired with heels.  Go for statement heels that come in bold colors, architectural design and scene-stealing patterns.
• Wear high low skirts with lightweight material.  The more lightweight the material is the sexier it looks.
• Opt for sheer fabrics for a sexy twist.
• Incorporate some of the hottest trends for spring/summer 2012 like pastel colors, bold prints and patterns, metallic and more.
• Buy a high low skirt that can easily be paired with other clothing items.
• If you want to wear a subtle version of this trend, choose a hemline that features a gradual asymmetric cut.