Would You Wear an Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt Like Hilary Duff?

Hilary Duff is easily one of the most photographed Los Angeles-based celebrities. It's no surprise that the singer, who just recently released a new single, goes out of her way to dress up.

The 26-year-old's style is pretty eclectic. She can be casual chic one day in her distressed jeans and basic shirt ensemble and stylishly edgy in a floral romper and structured blazer the next. As spectators, it's fun to wait for what the multi-hyphenated star will come up with next.

Hilary Duff spotted out in Los Angeles wearing a sarong style skirt in California on August 8, 2014

A few days ago, the Chasing the Sun singer was in the mood for a beach-meets-boho kind of look. Hilary sported what looked like a batik-printed asymmetrical wrap skirt from Helmut Lang. She wore it with a basic black tank top and a pair of Laurence Dacade Pete Leather Ankle Booties.

Her choice of accessories is also interesting. Take a look at her necklace that resembles stepping stones.

What do you ladies think of her outfit? Would you wear a similar pair of asymmetrical wrap skirt the same way in the city or do you think such a skirt is better relegated for the beach?

Sans the marble-like print, the asymmetrical skirt can be a great staple for your everyday wear. Try these similar finds:

1. Helmut Lang Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt in Soft Grey Heather, $195.00

2. Young Fabulous & Broke Kulani Ombre Skirt, $176.00

3. ElevenParis Pencil Skirt, $44.50

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Trend Alert: Unapologetically Sheer Lace Skirts

The lace trend is at its strongest in the recent years, and it looks like it's not waning anytime soon with yet another fashion must-have making its rounds. This time, the oh-so-chic community of fashion bloggers are going short with their skirt linings and going long on the sheer lace skirt trend. Mostly making use of guipure lace (or lace without the mesh), the trend has found yet another way to strengthen its hold in the fashionista circles. Here are five looks we pulled:

1. Sporty Chic

Lena of Lena Panda

With the racerback silhouette making a huge comeback with the lingering Isabel Marant sporty fashion craze, it is no surprise that some bloggers would think of mashing up the trend with the romantic lace. Pull out a stark white outfit with a lace skirt, cropped racerback top and a blazer (in case it's still chilly). Finish the look with nude, white and gold accessories to maintain the crispness of the outfit.

Shop her look:

Daily Look Venetian Lace Skirt, $44.99 / Elizabeth and James Upton Crop Top, $245 / Victoria Beckham Tuxedo Jacket, $2,795 / Steven by Steve Madden Caydence Ankle Strap Low Heels, $99 / Kendra ScottDebbie Glass Drop Earrings in Black, $65 / Kate Spade New York Mother-of-Pearl Dial Gold-Strap Watch, $150 / Aldo Reiten Bag in Nude, 50

2. Casual Stud

Nastassja of Panna Amore e Caff

We love this casual outfit because it can take you from the office to a dinner out with friends. This outfit is comfortable yet still pulled together enough to work in, and is absolutely brimming with chicness - enough to meet your night life's standards. Give your casual ribbed sweater that extra oomph with a sheer lace skirt and studded pointed toe shoes. Polish the look off with earthy accessories.

Shop her look:

Fashion Union Blake Lace Pencil Skirt with Under Slip in White, 18 / Mango Open Knit Jumper in Natural White, 19.99 / Valentino Garavani Rockstud Slingback, $945 / Mallary Marks Mali Garnet, Silicized Wood & Gold "A&E" Earrings, $2,605 / Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Percy Bag, $198 / DSquared2 Studded Wrap-Around Bracelet, $148.18 / Lucien Piccard Women's Coca White Austrian Crystal White MOP Dial Brown, $59.99 (before: $395)

3. Crop Top Vixen

Rose of Dadouchic

We love the dramatic flair accompanying the black crop-top-and-lace-combo in this look (see huge furry coat above and the over-the-top accessories below). Go casual with a simple black top or a bit more sophisticated with a lace one. Play around with chunky, attention-calling gold accessories to create this perfect vixen look.

Shop her look:

Daily Look Venetian Lace Skirt, $44.99 / Zadig & Voltaire Sheer Embroidered Boxy Crop Top, 315 / Giuseppe Zanotti Ankle Strap Snake Heels, $1,695 / New Look Gold Varied Double Row Chunky Chain Necklace, 9.99 / Charlotte Olympia Sunny Metallic Patent-Leather and PVC Clutch, 595 / Fashion Union Joanne Oversize Envelope Clutch With Gold Stud Detail in Black, 4.50 (before: 15)

4. Spring Fling

Frances of Frances Cassandra

This may not be lace (it's organza, to be precise) but it made our list anyway because pretty much follows the shorter lining skirt trend. More importantly, how cute is that floral print? Pair the skirt with a white cropped top, oversized braided hat, and some earth-tone accessories, and you're ready to go head-to-head with spring's prettiest blooms.

Shop her look:

Rare London Rose Organza Print Midi Skirt, 35 / McQ by Alexander McQueen Cropped Cotton-Blend Faille Top, 355 / Melissa Obadash Jemima Hat, 105 / Sam Edelman Trina Sandals, $165.96 / Sara Designs Leather & Beaded Wrap Watch, $231 (before: $330) / New Look Tan Leather-Look Woven Panel Across Body Bag, 9.99

5. The Artist

Kefilwe of Kefi Vogue Styles

We love how absolutely creative this look is - it not only played with the print-on-print trend but it also experimented with combining various textures. The look went absolutely nuts that it actually made sense, which we absolutely adore. Wear the lace skirt with a printed sweater and, most importantly, go all out crazypants on the accessories. The funkier, the more pulled together your outfit will be.

Shop her look:

Miss Selfridge Black Lace Skirt, 30 / Opening Ceremony Abstract-Print Cotton Blend Sweater, $346 / Linda Farrow Gallery Cat Eye Sunglasses, $277.19 / Alexander McQueen Micro Studded Leather Shoulder Bag, 1,486 / Dorothy Perkins Black Bowler Hat, 14 / Privileged Surrender Metal Heel Booties, $112

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Five Cutout Skirt Looks That Won’t Upset Your Mom

The saying “the shorter, the better” is no longer accurate for women who try to look more feminine by wearing skirts. In fact, nowadays, a woman need not chop off a good few inches from the bottom of her skirt in order to recreate a look that would express their femininity better – all that is needed is a substantial amount of cutting and a brilliant strategical placing of that cut.

When it comes to cutout tops, pretty much everywhere that one can poke a hole in has already been poked. Designers eventually asked, “Why stop there?” For designers, deciding on where to put a graceful cut on a skirt without revealing too much skin and compromising functionality proved to be a bit challenging, but not all of them are backing off. Hence, the birth of cutout skirts.

We rounded up five of our favorite blogger looks for these ironic rule-breaking but structured babies.

Maria of Stylissim

Having a skirt that looks like a giant chomped down its front has never looked this chic. Choose a graceful round cut that’s not too wide and show off a comfortable amount of extra leg. For the illusion of longer legs, go for a high-waisted pencil skirt. If you’re not confident about the length of your torso, lower waistlines should do the trick. For a laid-back but still ladylike look, pair the skirt with a slouchy graphic sweater and pumps.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Shape Up Skirt – Two Tone, $28.50 (before $38.00) / BOY London Eagle Sweatshirt, $93.34 / Sophia Webster Loren Pumps in Black Suede, 385.00

Isabella of Views of Now

This look shows that it’s all about location, location, location (that and the gorgeous angular cut that is aptly proportional to the height of the skirt). The cutout need not be huge as long as it complements the entire piece – in this case, the roughness of the skirt material is complemented by the triangle cut and the illusion of a wrap skirt. It pays to be a smart dresser, too, since choosing an open back top complements the angular cutout of the skirt. The look is finished off with black heeled booties.

Get her look:

Witchery Quilted Wrap Mini Skirt, AUD $129.95 / Stylenanda Low Back Tee with Snap Button Closure, $35.01 / Burberry Prorsum Woodley Studded Leather and Calf Hair Wedge Ankle Boots, $1,153.03

Kookie of Death by Platforms

Sometimes, it’s not about the size or location of the cutout, but rather the gracefulness of the cut. The hemline of the skirt in this look ever so slightly curves upward, but this shy skirt curve brought an abundance of freshness to the fashion table. For a sophisticated but fun look, pair the skirt with a floral or guipure buttondown shirt and sandals with a fun geometric print.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Peeking Daisy Skirt, $48.00 / Piece D’Anarchive Tailored Guipure Lace Shirt, 530 (before: 1,330.00) / Atalanta Weller Block Heel Sandal, $459.08

Nadya of Glitter Dessert

Not ready to put away your maxis yet? A compromise is in order. This skirt is reminiscent of the trending (and, let’s face it, slightly overused) high-low skirts, but with a fresh structural take to it. This cut is perfect for those who are not quite ready to go all the way short or, for some weird reason, love how the front of their legs look but equally despise the way the back looks. Style it up with a flowy or draped top, chunky neck pieces and some fancy footwear.

Get her look:

New Look Coral Jersey Dip Hem Skirt, 7.00 (before: 14.99) / Mugler Draped Top, $1,065.00 / Ala a Vault Chamois Cloute Sandal, $926.00 (before: $1,852.00)

Michelle of Michetteee

What happens when a side slit and a cutout decide to have an offspring? You’re looking at it. This graceful and oh-so-flattering cut is suggestive and sophisticated at the same time. This is perfect for those women who want to look cute and sexy simultaneously (admit it, we’ve all wished that upon ourselves at least once). Pair it with an equally sweet-but-sexy scalloped or lace crop top and some strappy white sandals.

Get her look:

Nasty Gal Circuit Curve Skirt, $42.00 / Topshop Crochet Crop Top, $44.00 / Casadei for Prabal Gurung Strappy Blade Wedge Sandal, $389.00 (before: $970.00)