pencilskirts

This smart yet vampy style was a designer favorite and made a stealth appearance during the spring collections.

Simpler versions will do just fine paired with innovative blouses in directional trends like transparency, shine, and embellishment.

Labels like Prada, Narciso Rodriguez, and Balmain took the sleek staple to new heights by showcasing it with edgy treatments: rumpled fabrics, zippers, and bandaged accents.

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy stays chic in a body-skimming number.