Women's Red Ribbed Midi Pencil Skirt - Slit Detail Slim Fit

This red ribbed midi pencil skirt is built on a high-waist silhouette that sits approximately 8-10 cm above the natural waist, creating a long-leg illusion without a belt. The front slit opens roughly 20 cm from the hem, giving you the stride room that standard pencil skirts typically cut short. Fabric is a Lycra-blend ribbed knit — the vertical ribs run the full length of the skirt, adding subtle texture while the stretch fibers hold everything in place.

Styling for Day and Evening

The bold red tone makes pairing choices obvious but also forgiving. For daytime office wear, tuck in a fitted white or cream blouse and add block-heel mules; the midi length reads professional while the slit keeps movement easy. After hours, swap the blouse for a strapless bandeau top (as worn in the product image) and add a pointed-toe heel for a cocktail-ready look. A neutral beige or camel blazer over either outfit softens the red without cancelling it out — useful for seasonal transitions in spring or autumn.

• White strapless top and black stilettos — classic monochrome contrast
• Camel blazer and nude heels for smart-casual office styling
• Black fitted turtleneck tucked in for winter evening looks

Sizing and Waist Fit

The elasticated waist stretches comfortably to accommodate a range of hip measurements. Based on standard sizing for this style of ribbed knit pencil skirt, the fit guide is:

• XS: waist 62-66 cm, hip 88-92 cm
• S: waist 66-70 cm, hip 92-96 cm
• M: waist 70-74 cm, hip 96-100 cm
• L: waist 74-78 cm, hip 100-104 cm
• XL: waist 78-84 cm, hip 104-110 cm

Midi length falls approximately 90-95 cm from waist to hem depending on height. For wearers taller than 175 cm, the hem sits closer to the knee than mid-calf. The slim pencil cut is not recommended for hip measurements above 112 cm as the ribbed fabric will pull visibly at the widest point — this is an honest trade-off of the body-skimming silhouette.

Ribbed Lycra Material and Care

The skirt is constructed from a stretchy Lycra-blend ribbed knit — typically a mix of polyester and elastane — which gives it the combination of structure and comfort that makes it suitable for all-day wear. The ribbed texture is woven into the fabric rather than printed, so it retains its pattern after washing. Care instructions:

• Machine wash at 30 degrees Celsius, gentle cycle
• Do not tumble dry — lay flat or hang to maintain shape
• Low-temperature iron on reverse side only if needed
• No dry cleaning required

The elastane content (typically 5-8%) means the waistband recovers its shape after stretching, but repeated hot washes above 40 degrees will degrade the elastic over time. Cold or cool washing extends garment life significantly for affordable everyday skirts like this one.

Front Slit Detail

The slit on this skirt is positioned at the front-center or slightly to one side, opening from approximately 20 cm above the hem. This is a functional detail, not purely decorative — pencil skirts without a slit restrict walking stride to around 40 cm, which becomes uncomfortable on stairs or during longer commutes. The slit here adds roughly 15-20 cm of walking clearance, keeping the slim silhouette intact without the hobble effect. It also creates a visual break in the column of red fabric, adding a subtle dynamic element to an otherwise clean-lined skirt.