How to Wear a White Poplin Skirt Right Now

^{All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors. However, we may earn affiliate revenue on this article and commission when you buy something.}

Few wardrobe essentials reward experimentation quite like the easy, breezy white poplin skirt. Like its similarly elegant counterpart—the little white dress—cotton midi skirts were a fixture in the spring collections: prim and knee-high at Miu Miu as part of a coastal prep uniform, then flowing and ultra-swishy as a maxi at Jacquemus. Styling-wise, the spring staple is the ultimate blank canvas, ready to coordinate with any tone while giving your look an air of effortlessness and bohemian charm.

Vogue’s White Poplin Skirts:

• The Everyday Poplin: Matteau organic cotton-poplin midi skirt, $340
• The Romantic Eyelet: Dôen Sebastiane tiered cotton maxi skirt, $228
• The Crisp Cotton Midi: Aligne Natalie cotton midi skirt, $145
• The Voluminous A-Line: Suzie Kondi The Kyria pleated midi skirt, $375
• The Polished Pleats: Róhe ladder embroidered poplin skirt, $530
• The Relaxed Essential: Jenni Kayne Lauren cotton midi-skirt, $395

As for the skirts anchoring our looks, there are polished styles for the minimalist from Matteau and Róhe (ideal for teaming up with kitten heels or mesh flats) and romantic broderie anglaise options from Dôen and Thierry Colson (we’re already envisioning these with sneakers and lace-up sandals). There are airy and buoyant options from Suzie Kondi and Róhe, alongside more clean-lined everyday poplin styles in midi or maxi lengths—all perfect to pair with cashmere knits and silver pendants, oversized tees and a stack of chunky bangles, and more unexpected outfit combos that prove that effortless spring dressing starts and ends with a white poplin skirt.

Below, discover nine perfect-for-right-now looks that are as chic and fashion-forward as they are made for warm days ahead.

With a Navy Knit, Trending Sneaker, and Woven Bag

The contrast between &Daughter’s cashmere V-neck, Marie Lichtenberg’s cord necklace, and Dragon Diffusion’s woven tote creates in depth this look, which bridges seasonal favorites for a look that feels just right for now. Style it with Dries Van Noten’s python print sneakers for a playful and unexpected finishing touch.

With a Mandarin Collared Jacket, Silver Choker, and Beaded Lace-Up Sandals

Channel a bohemian spirit with Róhe’s mandarin collar jacket, Thierry Colson’s broderie anglaise midi, and Khaite’s beaded lace-up sandals. Juju Vera’s turquoise-encrusted collar and a fringe and beaded bag play into this artistic look that’s made for a Sunday in Mexico City browsing the stalls of the Lagunilla market.

With a Gray Cardigan, Mini Raffia Tote, and Mesh Flats

Matteau’s white midi skirt brings levity to minimalist separates—here, it acts as perfect foil to a trim gray cardigan, scarf-adorned trench coat, and nude mesh flats. Stay on theme with silver jewelry and a raffia bag.

With a Striped Tank, Playful Fashion Bag, and Jelly Flats

Dabble in opposites with this sporty-meets-sweet look comprising a striped tank, embroidered cotton jacket, and jelly cage mules. All that’s missing from this picture is a baguette and market-fresh ranunculus spilling out from your gingham tote.

With a Vest, Kitten Heel, and Ladylike Accessories

While you may be naturally inclined to dress the white midi down, here’s an example of how to dress it up. Make it a monochromatic look with Liberowe’s cream vest (the covered buttons are everything)—and silver and black extras in the form of The Row’s kitten heel sandals and Savette’s shoulder bag.

With a Field Jacket, Loafers, and Tassel Bag Charm

Land-locked but dreaming of a beach vacation? Make coastal touches feel city-friendly by styling your white midi with some utilitarian outerwear (it gets windy by the water!), an oversized button-down, and black leather loafers. A shell tassel bag charm affixed to a woven tote channels that carefree summer spirit (even if it’s just another cold and rainy April day).

With an Oversized Tee, Tassel Belt, and Crochet Flats

An oversized T-shirt in the shade of the moment feels intentional—not mention very The Row-coded—when styled with a tassel belt, crochet flats, and raffia bag. Pile on a stack of colorful resin bangles further the “artellectual” agenda.

With a Striped Swimsuit, Straw Hat and Leather Flip Flops

Set your OOO! This is the look you’ll wear on repeat for your next sun-soaked getaway: a one-piece swimsuit with a white midi skirt as cover-up, easy leather flip-flops, and cheery accessories that look like you found them on vacation.

The Runway-Approved Look

Recreate look four from Miu Miu’s spring 2025 runway by pairing a white poplin midi with a red zip-up, sporty anorak, and suede clogs. Bonus point if you add in little half socks!