KNWLS Skirts: Cupro Slips, CU and Sable Minis

KNWLS skirts sit low on the hip and come in four moods: cupro slip skirts with raw seams, ruched stretch midis, flounced printed minis and a wool circle skirt. Start with the Beth Skirt in Black and the Elisir Skirt in Black, then shop all KNWLS beside our designer skirts.

Every KNWLS skirt has a matching top, so read this alongside our KNWLS tops guide and, for evening, our KNWLS corsets.

• The Beth and Elisir are slip skirts in 100% cupro, made in the United Kingdom.
• The Elisir is cut on the bias with a handkerchief hem; the Beth has suspender details and a hem that unties to come off.
• The CU skirt is a stretch midi you ruche yourself with side ties.
• The Sable mini is low-rise and flounced, with a padded waistband, in two prints.
• The Charlotte is a low-rise wool circle skirt with a raw hem, matching the Charlotte jacket.

Which KNWLS slip skirt should you choose?

Slip skirts are one of the most searched skirt shapes, and KNWLS makes two of the most interesting versions available. Both are cupro, which drapes like silk and moves well on the body.

Elisir Skirt

The Elisir Skirt in Black is a bias-cut midi with a handkerchief hem, cut in panels with pleating and raw edges. Ties at the waist end in antique brass aglets, and it closes with a concealed zip and hook and eye. It is the quieter of the two, and it goes with almost anything in the collection.

Beth Skirt

The Beth is more of a statement. It is gathered at the waist, has suspender details, and its handkerchief hem is a separate layer that unties to come off, so it can be worn longer and shorter. It comes in black and peach, with matching Beth blouses.

What is the KNWLS CU skirt?

The CU is a stretch knee-length skirt with ties down the sides. Pull them and the fabric ruches up, so the length and shape are yours to set. The hem is asymmetric. It comes in black and light blue and matches the CU halter top for a full set. Browse more midi skirts.

What is the KNWLS Sable mini skirt?

The Sable is a low-rise, flounced mini in layers, with a contrast padded waistband with buttons, and a tie at the front over a concealed zip. It comes in a navy Scarf Print and a beige Floral Print, each matching a Sable blouse. More in our mini skirts.

What is the KNWLS Charlotte skirt?

The Charlotte Circle Skirt in Dark Grey is a low-rise wool and alpaca blend circle skirt with a raw hem, a structured waistband, belt loops and side pockets. It is the most tailored skirt in the edit, and with the matching Charlotte Wool Jacket it makes a suit.

Is there a KNWLS skort?

Yes, from the Nike collaboration. The Nike Joan Skort in Yukon Brown Check layers a technical plaid skirt over slim shorts with phone pockets, based on the KNWLS AW19 Fanny skirt. See the KNWLS Nike guide.

How do KNWLS skirts fit?

They sit low on the hip rather than at the waist, so measure where you want the skirt to sit. Cupro and wool skirts are sized UK 6 to 12, the stretch CU skirt XS to XL. Our KNWLS size guide has the full ladder.

How do you wear a slip skirt in winter?

Layer from the top down. Put a fine knit over the slip, sheer black tights underneath, and a knee boot to meet the hem. A shearling bomber like the Eliza Shearling Jacket in Midnight keeps the outfit warm while the cupro still moves when you walk. KNWLS styles its own slip skirts this way, with a cropped knit such as the Nora V Neck Jumper sitting right at the waistband.

What length suits you best?

The midi slips, the Beth and the Elisir, are the most versatile: they work with flats, boots and heels, and they suit most heights. The CU skirt is the most adjustable, since you set the ruching yourself. The Sable mini is the boldest, and it reads best with opaque tights and a chunky boot.

How do you style a KNWLS skirt?

Keep the top short so the low waist shows. A slip skirt with a cropped knit and a knee boot is the KNWLS winter uniform. In the evening, put the Elisir with a corset and a cropped leather jacket. For a sporty mix, wear the Beth with the Nike Air Max Muse trainers, the way KNWLS styled its own runway.

Frequently asked questions

What is a KNWLS slip skirt made of?

The Beth and Elisir slip skirts are 100% cupro, a soft regenerated fabric with the drape of silk, made in the United Kingdom.

Does the Beth skirt hem come off?

Yes. The handkerchief hem is a separate layer on adjustable ties, so the skirt can be worn with it and without it.

How do you wash a cupro skirt?

The Beth is hand washed cold. The Elisir can be hand washed cold and specialist dry cleaned when needed.

Are KNWLS skirts low-rise?

Most are. The Sable mini and the Charlotte circle skirt are described as low-rise, and the slip skirts sit on the hip.

Do KNWLS skirts come with matching tops?

Yes. The Beth, CU, Sable and Charlotte skirts each have a matching top in the same fabric.

Where can I buy KNWLS skirts?

Coveti stocks the Beth, Elisir, CU, Sable and Charlotte skirts and the Nike Joan skort, with worldwide express shipping and authenticity guaranteed.