Bubble hem skirts are all the rage this season; here’s what makes them unique

Zendaya

 

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Styled by Law Roach, Zendaya wowed in a deep emerald Louis Vuitton off-the-shoulder bubble-hem dress paired with black stilettoes. Pulled back wet hair and glossy lips completed her chic look.

Princess Diana

Princess Diana at the Cannes Film Festival in 1987. (Source: Pinterest/@dianafashion)

Princess Diana of Wales attended the Cannes Film Festival in 1987 in a black and white striped bubble skirt and double-breasted white blazer. A matching pair of pumps, a handheld clutch, and golden accessories kept it classy and elegant.

Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner for a promotional campaign for her brand Khy. (Source: Instagram/@khy)

For the promotion of her apparel brand Khy, Kylie Jenner opted for an icy blue bralette and bubble skirt set. The bow detail tying her top together added an adorable touch.

Sharvari

Sharvari poses in a bubble hem skirt. (Source: Instagram/@sharvari)

Sharvari donned a strapless black ruched dress with a white bubble skirt decked with golden pins in the front. Pulled-back hair and dainty gold earrings added to her girl-next-door charm.

Kendall Jenner

 

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Kendal Jenner walked the Jacquemus runway in a white bubble skirt repurposed as a dress, a pearl choker offset with a sapphire stone in the center, and matching dangly earrings. A neat bun and bronzy cheeks completed her editorial glam.

But what makes bubble hem skirts so unique?

Celebrity stylist Jhanvi Pallicha said that bubble hems are visually striking because of their balloon-like shape and exaggerated voluminous silhouette. “They create movement and dimension that uniquely catch the eye compared to standard skirts,” she added.

Neeraj Singh, Head of Design at Fashinza, explained that the bubble skirt is architectural by design, and such pieces typically wear well with other structured staples.

How can you style them?

Singh advised styling bubble skirts with boxy blazers, sleek trousers, or a puff-sleeve top to play up the dramatic shape.

Pallicha suggested a form-fitted turtleneck, rubbed knit top, or a simple fitted blouse tucked in to streamline the look. ⁠Pairing them with cropped jackets or blazers while keeping the waistline visible would prevent the voluminous skirt from overwhelming the outfit. Denim and leather jackets would be great for a casual look, and a cropped tailored blazer would be perfect for a more formal and polished look.

She emphasised accessorising wisely to prevent the look from becoming too busy since the bubble hem is already a statement. “Opt for minimal and sleek jewellery. Go for a small structured bag to maintain the elegance of the entire look.” According to her, minimalist footwear like pointed-toe heels, strappy sandals, or Mary Janes would complement the bubble hem skirt without competing with it.