Erdem Skirts: 10 Pencil, Midi and Pleated Styles to Wear Now

Erdem skirts are mostly midi and ankle-length pieces in pencil, draped and A-line shapes, cut from satin cady, textured satin, velvet, wool and knit. For party season, start with the Satin Draped Midi Skirt in navy. Shop every Erdem piece, then compare shapes in our designer skirts edit.

A skirt is only half the outfit, so this guide is built around what goes on top. Our companion piece on Erdem tops and shirts goes deeper into the blouses, knits and sequin shirts that pair with every skirt below.

• Erdem is a London fashion house founded in 2005 by Erdem Moralioglu, known for florals, embroidery, lace and historical references.
• Most Erdem skirts sit at midi length, and several pencil styles fall to the ankle.
• The main shapes are pencil, draped, A-line and pleated, with denim and knit versions for daytime.
• Most Erdem skirts are fully lined and fasten with a centre back zip, while knit skirts pull on.
• Holiday 2027 brings satin cady, velvet and sequinned skirts for party season.
• Erdem follows UK sizing, and Coveti lists UK 4 to 18.

What kinds of skirts does Erdem make?

Erdem makes four core skirt shapes: the slim pencil, the fluid draped midi, the A-line and the pleated skirt, each in fabrics that range from tweed and denim to satin and sequins.

The range splits neatly by mood. Tailored wools, tweed and grain de poudre handle the office and daytime lunches. Satin cady, velvet, textured satin and sequins take over after dark. Knit and denim skirts sit in between, softer and easier to wear with a jumper.

How do you wear an Erdem pencil skirt?

Wear an Erdem pencil skirt with a top that keeps the waist clear: tucked in neatly, cropped at the waist, plus a loose longer shirt when you want to balance the narrow line.

The Embroidered Textured Satin Midi Pencil Skirt is cut from smoky-blue textured satin woven with a metallic yarn, decorated with bouquets of carnations, anemones and wild orchids with hand-applied three-dimensional petals. With that much detail, the top should be plain. A fine black knit tucked in keeps the eye on the embroidery.

The Grain De Poudre Midi Pencil Skirt is the more graphic choice. It is tailored from Italian-woven grain de poudre with a cascade of flocked dot tulle draping down the front and an asymmetric hem. It fastens at the front with a button, hook and bar, so a cropped top that shows the closure works well.

For a working week, the Tweed Midi Pencil Skirt in black and off-white tweed has a centre front split that updates the classic pencil shape. Pair it with a white shirt and a tailored jacket, and our guide to Erdem coats and jackets shows which blazers sit right over a high waist.

Shop the full range of pencil skirts for more tailored options.

How do you style an Erdem midi skirt?

A draped Erdem midi skirt looks best with a fitted top, because the volume belongs below the waist.

The Satin Draped Midi Skirt shows off the fluidity of satin cady: fitted at the waist and falling to a midi length, fully lined with a centre back zip. The Velvet Draped Midi Skirt is woven from structured velvet and flares gently towards the hem, so it holds its shape better on a cold night.

For a sharper midi, the Satin Cady Midi Skirt in black plays the fluid satin face of the fabric against its matte crepe reverse, with visible zig-zag topstitching and a centre back slit. It is unlined, which makes it lighter than the draped styles.

Browse more midi skirts to compare lengths and fabrics.

Which Erdem skirts come as matching sets?

Several Holiday 2027 skirts have a top in the same fabric and colour, so you can wear them as a set that reads like a dress.

• The navy Satin Draped Top is draped from satin cady, with short asymmetric sleeves and a draped neckline, and sits with the navy Satin Draped Midi Skirt. Both pieces also come in pink.
• The Velvet Bralette is a slim, structured navy bralette in rich cotton velvet with a sweetheart neckline and embroidered grosgrain straps. With the Velvet Draped Midi Skirt it makes a full evening look.
• The Floral Applique Sequin Midi Pencil Skirt comes from the same Holiday 2027 sequin edit as the Sequin Long Sleeve Shirt in Forest Green, so the two can be worn together for a head-to-toe sequin look.

A matching set gives you more than a dress does. Wear the skirt alone with a knit for lunch, the top with trousers for dinner, then both together for a party.

What should you wear with an Erdem skirt for evening?

For evening, pair plain satin and velvet Erdem skirts with a sequin shirt, and pair a sequinned skirt with something matte.

The Sequin Long Sleeve Shirt in Bordeaux is a sequinned georgette shirt with a lapel collar, long sleeves, mother of pearl buttons and a removable floral brooch. Its relaxed shape half-tucks into a draped satin skirt and leaves the waist defined. The Sequin Long Sleeve Shirt in Forest Green has the same relaxed silhouette and partial lining, and it looks rich against the navy velvet skirt.

To tuck a relaxed shirt into a fitted waist, do the front half-tuck and leave the back loose, then let the hem fall over the zip. Our guide on how to style a sequin shirt covers buttoning, tucking and layering in more detail.

For a full-length alternative to separates, our Erdem gowns edit covers the satin cady and cloque jacquard pieces from the same drop.

How do you take an Erdem skirt from day to evening?

Keep the skirt and change the top, the shoes and the bag.

The Cropped Cardigan in black is the easiest bridge. It is embroidered with sequins, decorated with crystal-floral embellishment and fastens with mother of pearl buttons, and its cropped fit lands at the waistband of a midi skirt. Button it over a camisole with flats by day, then wear it alone with heels at night.

The Embroidered Denim Midi Skirt runs the other way. It is an A-line denim skirt detailed with white poppy appliques, handmade pleated flower heads and glass fringe beading. With a white shirt and trainers it is daytime, and with the black cardigan and a heel it holds its own at dinner.

The Herringbone A-Line Pleated Midi Skirt is a deconstructed kilt in pleated herringbone wool, with a satin drop waist, side zip and tie side fastening. Wear it with a chunky knit and boots for the weekend, then with a fitted satin top for evening.

How do Erdem skirts fit?

Erdem skirts are cut to sit at the natural waist, and most are fully lined with a centre back zip.

Pencil styles are fitted through the hip, so size for your hip measurement. Draped and A-line skirts are fitted at the waist only, so size for the waist. Knit skirts such as the Jacquard Midi Knit Skirt pull on with a ribbed waistband and are unlined.

Erdem follows UK sizing, and about three in four Erdem fit notes read “Fits true to size”. Our Erdem size guide has the UK, US, EU and IT conversions.

Frequently asked questions

What types of skirts does Erdem make?

Erdem makes pencil, draped, A-line and pleated skirts, mostly at midi and ankle length. Fabrics include satin cady, textured satin, velvet, tweed, grain de poudre, denim and jacquard knit.

What do you wear with an Erdem pencil skirt?

A tucked-in fine knit, a cropped cardigan and a crisp shirt all work with an Erdem pencil skirt. Keep the top simple when the skirt is embroidered so the detail stays the focus.

Do Erdem skirts come with matching tops?

Yes. The Satin Draped Midi Skirt has a matching Satin Draped Top in navy and in pink, and the Velvet Draped Midi Skirt pairs with the navy Velvet Bralette.

Can you wear an Erdem skirt to an evening event?

Yes. The satin cady, velvet and sequinned skirts from Holiday 2027 are made for evening, and they look polished with a sequin shirt, a draped satin top and a heeled sandal.

Are Erdem skirts lined?

Most Erdem skirts are fully lined. The Satin Cady Midi Skirt and the knit skirts are unlined, and the Herringbone A-Line Pleated Midi Skirt is lined at the yoke.

What length are Erdem skirts?

Most Erdem skirts fall to midi length, and several pencil styles are cut to the ankle. Check the length on each product page before you buy.