Cynthia Erivo Wore a Pleated Skirt With Dangerously High Heels

For some, summer conjures up an image of lazy, sun-soaked days where the only thing you have to worry about is reapplying your sunscreen. However, for many of us, it means jam-packed schedules of running around the city for everything from work to personal life commitments and everything in between. All that hustle and bustle means that you can’t let your style slip, even in the sweaty summer months.

So, instead of going too casual this season, may I suggest keeping things short and sweet? Higher hemlines are more mainstream than ever, and while they’ll never exactly lose their flirty flair, there are plenty of ways to dress them up. Case in point: Cynthia Erivo’s latest look.

The multi-hyphenate was seen heading to The Late Show With Stephen Colbert in New York City, looking both stylish and weather-appropriate in an outfit that was equal parts office siren and vamp. Erivo’s ensemble comprised a black single-breasted jacket with red satin trim from McQueen. Her tailored outerwear was worn over a white poplin tuxedo shirt with a belted wing-tip collar, and a distressed pleated mini skirt from the same brand. Her super short skirt was complemented by a pair of black satin platform stilettos that veered into dangerously high territory.

McQueen Kilt Pleated Mini Skirt

ASTR the Label Wide Pleat Miniskirt

Erivo’s McQueen look was a masterclass in striking a balance between style and pragmatism. She exudes an undeniable polish with the tailored jacket and sky-high stilettos, which would be ideal for any formal event. The super-short skirt serves as the perfect summertime counterpoint to the dressier feel of the rest of the outfit. As well as being an easy, breezy, lightweight piece to layer into your wardrobe, miniskirts let you show off your killer stems in warmer temperatures.

You don’t have to take our word for it either when it comes to miniskirts. The proof is in the celeb pudding with A-Listers like Ciara, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Connelly also incorporating pleated miniskirts into their summer attire. So, if you’re ready to take the miniskirt trend out for a twirl this summer, remember that dressing them up with the right layers and sky-high shoes can transform them from schoolgirl material to a stylish standout.

Shop ahead for the miniskirts that deserve your attention.

Get the Look:

Amanda Uprichard Rizzo Skirt
Shop now: $180; revolve.com

Aritizia Olive Micro Skirt
Shop now: $88; aritizia.com

GU Pleated Skort
Shop now: $29; gu-global.com

Danielle Guizio Pleated Micro Mini Skirt
Shop now: $188; danielleguiziony.com

BDG Belted Linen Micro Mini Skort
Shop now: $59; urbanoutfitters.com

Sandy Liang Franc Skort
Shop now: $595; sandyliang.com