{"title":"Skirts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover our carefully curated selection of skirts\u003c\/strong\u003e: pencil skirts, full skirts, midi and maxi lengths, pleated styles, archive runway pieces and rare collector skirts from the world's most celebrated houses. Every piece is hand-evaluated by our team on avenue Louise and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Because a great skirt is fashion's most shape-defining garment — the piece that establishes the silhouette of an era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe skirt in fashion history: from New Look to deconstruction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo single garment has done more to define fashion's shifting relationship with the female body than the skirt. Christian Dior's full-skirted New Look of 1947 — long, full, luxurious and deliberately opposed to wartime austerity — created a silhouette so powerful that it reorganised the fashion industry around it for a decade. Mary Quant's 1964 miniskirt inverted this hierarchy entirely, claiming public space and cultural freedom in an act of design that was simultaneously simple and seismic. In between, the pencil skirt of the 1950s created the body-conscious power uniform of a generation of working women; the maxi skirt of the early 1970s signalled a retreat from the mini's exhibitionism; the asymmetric, deconstructed skirts of Comme des Garçons and Yohji Yamamoto in the 1980s proposed that the skirt could be a vehicle for philosophical inquiry about the relationship between clothing and the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Les Enfants d'Édouard, our vintage skirt selection encompasses this entire history and more: the precisely cut pencil skirts of Alaïa and the Celine Philo era, the printed full skirts of Dries Van Noten, the avant-garde constructions of the Japanese and Belgian designers, the pleated volumes of Issey Miyake's Pleats Please, and the quiet, exceptional fabric-led skirts of Lemaire and Sofie d'Hoore. Every piece is evaluated for construction, fabric, condition and design significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur skirts categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePencil and body-conscious skirts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Alaïa's engineered body-conscious cuts to the precisely tailored pencil skirts of the great Italian and French houses, this category represents knitwear and tailoring at their most sculptural and demanding. Fit precision and construction quality are our primary evaluation criteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull and pleated skirts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full skirt — whether in structured taffeta, fluid silk georgette or the permanently pleated polyester of Issey Miyake — creates volume through fabric rather than padding, requiring specific internal structure (petticoats, boning, horsehair canvas) for historical pieces, or specific technical fabrics for more contemporary constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMidi and maxi skirts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mid-length and full-length skirt has returned repeatedly throughout fashion history, each time carrying specific cultural and aesthetic meaning. Archive examples from the 1970s maxi revival, the 1990s grunge era and the 2010s quiet luxury moment all appear in our selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrinted and embellished skirts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint, embroidery and embellishment transform the skirt into a canvas for some of fashion's most ambitious decorative work: the silk print skirts of Dries Van Noten and Pucci, the embroidered evening skirts of the great couture houses, and the beaded and sequined skirts of designers including Valentino and Jean Paul Gaultier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvant-garde and deconstructed skirts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComme des Garçons's layered and asymmetric constructions, Yohji Yamamoto's draped and oversized volumes, Margiela's reconstructed and exposed-seam skirts, and the asymmetric forms of Ann Demeulemeester represent the most conceptually ambitious tier of our skirt selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to evaluate a vintage skirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvaluating a vintage skirt requires attention to \u003cstrong\u003eseveral combined criteria\u003c\/strong\u003e. Here are the 7 checkpoints we systematically apply at avenue Louise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1. The label and attribution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery skirt carries a verified attribution, cross-referenced against our database for label design and era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e2. The fabric quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric quality is central to a skirt's value: the weight, drape and texture of silk, wool, cotton or technical fabric should be assessed in relation to the intended silhouette and the specific design's requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3. The cut and construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut of a skirt — how panels are assembled, where seams are placed, how the waist is finished — reveals the level of construction ambition. Bias-cut silk skirts require particular skill; pleated constructions depend on precise measurement and finishing; body-conscious cuts require engineered seaming rather than simple darts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e4. The waistband and zip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe assess waistband quality (interfaced, well-finished, appropriate width for the design) and zip condition (smooth operation, no snagging, appropriate type — concealed, exposed or side) as key condition indicators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e5. The lining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere present, the lining should be in good condition (no tearing at seams or hem), of appropriate quality for the exterior fabric, and cut to allow the skirt to move freely without pulling or wrinkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e6. The condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe specifically assess seat wear, hem condition, any staining (particularly relevant in light-coloured silk and cotton), and the integrity of any pleats, tucks or decorative details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Design significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe assess each skirt's broader design significance and its relevance within a contemporary wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur method\u003c\/strong\u003e: at Les Enfants d'Édouard, every skirt undergoes a three-stage examination — visual inspection, technical verification and design assessment. Every authenticated piece comes with \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/authentification\"\u003eour certificate of authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSize guide for vintage skirts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eVintage skirts size conversion guide\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFR\/EU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIT\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUK\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUS\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaist (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHip (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e84–87\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64–67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88–91\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68–71\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92–95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72–75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96–99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76–79\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100–103\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80–83\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e104–107\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkirt sizing requires particular attention to both waist and hip measurements, as both must fit for the skirt to work as intended. For body-conscious cuts, both measurements are critical and difficult to alter significantly. For full or pleated skirts, waist measurement is typically the primary fitting criterion. As with all vintage garments, pre-1990 pieces typically run smaller than their modern label equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy invest in a vintage skirt\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA great vintage skirt — particularly from the most significant creative moments in the history of the garment — offers the same combination of design intelligence, material quality and practical wearability that defines the best vintage fashion investment. Alaïa pencil skirts, Dries Van Noten printed silk skirts, and the archive skirts of the Japanese avant-garde are among the most reliably wearable and design-significant pieces available on the secondary market at accessible price points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those wishing to sell vintage skirts, we offer \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/vendre\"\u003ean expert consignment service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur skirts selection in Brussels, avenue Louise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur boutique Les Enfants d'Édouard, \u003cstrong\u003e175 avenue Louise, 1050 Brussels\u003c\/strong\u003e, carries a curated selection of vintage skirts, sourced from European collectors and private consignors. We welcome you Tuesday to Saturday and offer \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/rendez-vous\"\u003eprivate appointments\u003c\/a\u003e outside regular opening hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and maintenance of vintage skirts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor silk skirts\u003c\/strong\u003e, dry clean or hand wash in cold water with a silk detergent. Hang to dry away from direct sunlight. Iron on the lowest setting on the reverse of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor wool and tailored skirts\u003c\/strong\u003e, dry clean at a specialist. Hang on skirt hangers (clamping at the waistband). Steam press with a pressing cloth when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor pleated skirts\u003c\/strong\u003e, dry clean to preserve pleating. For Issey Miyake Pleats Please styles, hand wash and hang to air dry — the permanent pleats will reform as the fabric dries without ironing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about vintage skirts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich vintage skirts are most sought-after?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlaïa body-conscious knit and leather pencil skirts, Dries Van Noten printed silk and satin skirts from celebrated seasonal collections, Issey Miyake Pleats Please styles in archive colourways, Comme des Garçons and Yohji Yamamoto avant-garde constructions, and archive printed skirts from Pucci, Leonard and the great Italian print houses of the 1960s–1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty do you offer on vintage skirts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece sold by Les Enfants d'Édouard is guaranteed as described, with a certificate of authenticity for signed pieces and 14 days to return (return shipping costs excluded).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover also\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"collection-links\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDresses\u003c\/strong\u003e: from day to evening, across the great houses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrousers\u003c\/strong\u003e: precision and drape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShorts\u003c\/strong\u003e: considered warm-weather dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTops and T-shirts\u003c\/strong\u003e: from printed silk to archive logo pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll our clothing\u003c\/strong\u003e: our full ready-to-wear selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournal\u003c\/strong\u003e: our guides and advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLooking for a vintage skirt?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/skirts\"\u003eour full skirts selection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/rendez-vous\"\u003ebook an appointment\u003c\/a\u003e with our team for a private viewing on avenue Louise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Guaranteed authentication\u003c\/strong\u003e: every piece verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Secure delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgium, France, Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ 14-day returns\u003c\/strong\u003e: satisfaction guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Boutique at 175 Avenue Louise\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1050 Brussels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/lesenfantsdedouard.com\/fr\/collections\/skirts.oembed","provider":"Les Enfants d'Edouard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}