Bookstore's Best Skirt

Brand:ModCloth
Regular price $79.00
Color: Classic Black
Size

The Bookstore’s Best Skirt from our ModCloth namesake label is the kind of timeless piece that quietly steals the whole outfit. Crafted in a breezy woven viscose with a soft lining, this knee-length skirt features a flattering high-rise fit, gentle gathers for movement, and a full button-front detail that adds just the right amount of vintage polish. Functional side pockets keep things practical, while the included braided belt cinches the waist with effortless retro charm. Finished in endlessly versatile black, it’s ready for everything from office hours to after-hours espresso runs.

Why We Love It
"Because it feels like the skirt equivalent of finding a first edition novel for three dollars and a croissant still warm from the bakery." 📚🖤

  • Length: 20.5" (Size S), 22.5" (Size 1X)
  • Vintage-inspired button-front detail
  • Elastic side waist panels
  • Includes removable braided belt
  • Functional side pockets
  • Shell: 100% Viscose
  • Lining: 100% Viscose
  • Machine wash cold, line dry
  • Imported

Sofia is wearing a size Small
Height: 5'9", Bust: 35", Waist: 26", Hips: 37"

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We hope you love what you ordered! But in case you don't, we will accept returns or exchanges (exclusions apply) of unused items in unwashed, unworn condition. The original tag must be attached and the original plastic bag with product barcode must be included with your return. Requests must be opened in our Loop Returns Portal within 30 days of the order's original delivery date to be eligible for refund, store credit*, or exchange*. 

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Overall rating: 4.125 / 5 from 40 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Bookstore's Best Skirt offers a flattering high-rise fit and vintage-inspired details. However, some customers have reported issues with fabric quality and the belt's material.

Summary topics

  • Pattern Appeal: 18%
  • Fabric Quality: 24%
  • Belt Material: 18%

Review topics: ["color","looks","length","skirt","design","pockets","style","print","pattern","light","fix","water","flowy","modcloth","touch"].

Review highlights

  • "Love the pattern, super flowy and light."Courtney A.
  • "The cat pattern on this skirt is literally so fun!"Olivia C.
  • "Super soft fabric and the belt has nice give so it doesn't cut you in half when you sit down."Rebecca M.

Reviews

Perfect if you never wash it

"The first time I wore this skirt, immediately upon receiving it, I adored it: the pattern was fun, the fabric was swishy, the fit was flattering. Then I washed it. I followed the directions (gentle cycle, cold water), and just getting it out of the washer, the outer layer had already shrunk considerably. I went ahead and hung it to dry, as instructed, in case that magically fixed anything, but it obviously didn't. If the lining weren't IN the seam for the buttons, it could almost look like an intentional second layer, but instead it makes it very obvious the solid red is supposed to be lining, and it makes the the front middle incapable of lying flat. Pretty upset because obviously after washing is too late for returns."

Cecily (3/5)

Cold water shrunk skirt but not slip

"After one wash in cold water following the directions, the skirt shrunk and the slip is hanging out the bottom. Really disappointed in the quality now"

Zonna (2/5)

Exactly what i was expecting

"Adorable skirt! Fits as expected and is really versatile. Cant wait to add it to my rotation."

Danielle W. (5/5)

Frumpy

"I was excited about this, till I got it. I did check the measurements and purchased based off of that. Its too big and not in a "I can make it work" way. The elastic on the sides are what make it unwearable, in my opinion. I could figure out how to take it in but I bought it nice piece so I won't have to do that. Sigh"

Blouwitch (2/5)

Really like this skirt

"Very cute"

Zonna T. (5/5)

Cute but. . .

"Really glad I got this 50% off. I ADORE the pattern, it's the main reason I bought it. It fits well, but the fabric itself looks pretty cheap. Really with it was a cotton blend at least. But love that there's pockets."

Tova (3/5)

Awful cheap garbage

"The material feels insanely cheap and like plastic. Even on sale it was a ripoff. The belt is stretchy like rubber and also very cheap. ModCloth is a shell of what it once was."

Alison B. (1/5)

Love this style

"I have several colors! Cute and versatile. They don’t need to come with the cheap belt though, in my opinion,"

Maya H. (5/5)

Awesome skirt for teachers and artists!

"I’m a huge fan of this colored pencil design (in fact, I bought the matching blouse). It’s so fun and colorful, and just the sort of “teacher outfit” that I love. The skirt is a great length— long enough to wear to work, but not too long (I don’t personally like midi length all that much). It is made of a nice, swishy fabric that is perfect for twirling! It also has pockets!! Overall, I definitely recommend this skirt. My only slight downside is that it is ever-so-slightly tighter than I would like. But not so tight that it’s truly uncomfortable."

Olivia C. (5/5)

Love the pattern, super flowy

"Love the pattern, super flowy and light."

Courtney A. (5/5)

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