I’ve been saying for weeks that skirts are the new scarves. Ever since Christie set me on the road to perdition with those breathtaking crocheted babies, all I can think about are home furnishings and garments without sleeves.
Interestingly, some of the major yarn companies have started spitting out patterns for down-under knits: To wit Classic Elite, Louet, Berroco, Loop-D-Loop by Teva Durham and GGH/Muench. And this doesn’t even begin to account for some great books featuring skirts on the cover—Romantic Hand Knits, Folk Style and the upcoming Handknit Skirts.
It’s a common misperception that knit skirts aren’t flattering. I have it on good authority that handknit skirts look great on a range of bodies. Think about it. If a sweater can hide myriad flaws up top, why wouldn’t a great fitting knit also do so below the waist?
The problem with knit skirts is that a lose weave allows light to shine through. And I’m of an age where I still remember my mother saying, “Young lady, put on a slip. I can see all the way to China.”
I don’t want anyone seeing my “China.” But try locating a half slip these days. They almost don’t exist. I special ordered one from my LLS (local lingerie store) and understand that Peruvian Connection has a simple little silk number. Spanx has a pricy body shaping one and here are some less expensive options online. But isn’t it weird that you have to stalk slips? Is society so open that we don’t care about where the sun does and does not shine?
Anyway, I’ve got my slip and I’ve adored wearing Violet Beauregard. It moves like a flamenco dancer and elicits gasps of envy from women of style. Butterfly mercerized cotton, people—about $10 for 250 yds.