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Swing skirts at Mondo Kaos
The advantage of a skirt is the endless possibilities it offers to style an outfit in new ways with different vintage tops and shirts. The skirt is the ideal way to vary your vintage look in a simple way.
We always have the swing skirt in our assortment. Nothing says vintage style and hourglass figure quite like the swing skirt. That's why we have swing skirts in many more colors and patterns, and in sizes from small, medium and large to plus-size. The swing skirt is the epitome of feminine style and elegance, and who can say no to that?
The classic vintage style swing skirt
Our category of swing skirts covers two types of vintage style skirts, but in general, the swing skirt is a skirt with lots of flare in the skirt to give plenty of fullness when dancing. The swing skirt can be worn with a petticoat for even more fullness. The skirt can be a full circle skirt or it can have the classic pleats at the waist. The swing skirt gives the wearer great freedom of movement while providing a flattering fit around the waist.
At Mondo Kaos we have several types of swing skirts, all of which are fitted to the waist, usually with a pronounced waistband. One type of swing skirt has pleats at the top to give it lots of fabric and width, and then it stands out slightly below the waist for the perfect hourglass shape. We know it especially from the 1950s where it also entered the fashion scene thanks to Dior's New Look, where he took this design and turned it into a fashion statement that celebrated the female form.
Another version of the swing skirt is the round-cut or 'full sun' type. Here you get fullness by cutting the fabric all the way around before sewing. When turning, the skirt can be unfolded into a circle.
The swing skirt for different seasons.
The swing skirt is perfect all year round, but of course the fabric and look changes according to the season. In summer and spring, the focus is on lightness and comfortable airiness, and you can take advantage of having plenty of fabric to highlight beautiful vintage-style patterns or flowers. With a cardigan and socks underneath, however, these can easily be worn in the colder months.
In autumn and winter, we have plenty of reinterpretations and swing skirts in warmer fabrics and colors perfect for the colder months of the year.
As we only take home a few of each style and have a high turnover in stock, this means that our selection of swing skirts also changes with the seasons. In the summer you'll find mostly the lighter models, perhaps in bright colors and floral prints, and in the fall and winter the warmer models in darker colors. This also means that it's a good idea to visit the store and webshop often, as we get new items regularly, and your new favorite vintage skirt may turn up even if you didn't find it the first time.
Swing skirts for everyday and special occasions
The swing skirt for everyday
No matter what type of swing skirt you're looking for, we're here to help you at Mondo Kaos.
In the summer, we can suggest a feminine and lightweight swing skirt that is perfect for everyday life. If you're on the go a lot and you might be cycling, this is perfect for everyday wear.
For everyday wear, you can style it simply, perhaps with a retro print T-shirt for a low-key vintage rockabilly look. You can also style it with one of the beautiful 1950s-style off-shoulder tops, or the lovely embroidery tops in true summer style. For cooler days, shirts with short or long sleeves are a great choice, or perhaps a casual jersey top. If you want something a little more festive, for example. For a drink after work, you can easily style up your vintage style swing skirt with beautiful vintage shoes and vintage accessories.
The swing skirt for parties
However, the swing skirt can also be styled for a real party. A beautiful and elegant top, perhaps in the same or a contrasting color, and with the help of beautiful accessories, you can be ready for a party with a few small adjustments. The swing skirt is always quite festive in itself, so a festive vintage top, beautiful earrings, updo hair and a pair of vintage heels can quickly transform your swing skirt into a real vintage party look.
Swing skirts in the best quality.
Our retro swing skirts are made of the finest quality and materials, which means they hold their color and shape well. We only carry brands we can 100% vouch for, and these are brands that pay attention to both the details in the design and in producing the skirts that can live up to the demands we place on a great vintage style skirt.
Our brands are also committed to an authentic vintage look, and many use the original vintage cut patterns adapted to our modern times.
See the swing skirts in our Copenhagen store
On our website, you'll find lots of beautiful pictures and descriptions of all our skirts. However, we realize that it's always different to see our clothes in real life than in a picture.
If you would like to see and try on our beautiful vintage and retro swing skirts in real life, you are very welcome to visit our physical store in Frederiksborggade 31, Copenhagen K.
In this store, you will meet passionate dress lovers who are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and will be happy to help you find your perfect swing skirt.