I’m not really one for hyperbole—unless it’s warranted. And I’m confident that when I say the skirt trend Zendaya just wore to a The Drama screening is the biggest skirt trend of the decade, I’m not exaggerating. Sure, we don’t know what skirt trends are to come over the next four years, but is it possible that any will top lace-trimmed skirts? I predict that they won’t. And now that we’re in the second year of the lace-trimmed skirt trend, we’re starting to see a variety of iterations of it, and pretty much every cool brand is making its version of it.
So, if you’re wondering how to keep a lace-trimmed skirt looking forward and fresh in its second year of massive popularity, I strongly suggest copying Zendaya’s relatively simple outfit. Specifically, she wore a brown checked knee-length skirt, paired with a fitted T-shirt (The Drama merch, fittingly) and red loafers. So, the outfit formula to keep in your back pocket this year is a fitted tee, lace-trimmed skirt, and flat loafers. It’s easy, cool, and customizable, which is everything a great outfit should be.
Keep scrolling to see and shop Zendaya’s look along with an assortment of chic lace-trimmed skirts to add to your 2026 wardrobe.
The Outfit on Zendaya
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On Zendaya: The Drama x Emily Dawn Long Vintage Tee ($150); vintage Louis Vuitton skirt; Jil Sander Loafers ($770)
Shop the Look
A24
The Drama X Emily Dawn Long Vintage Tee
Reformation
Carolina Silk Skirt
Shop More Lace-Trimmed Skirts
Aritzia
Wilfred Henrietta Satin Skirt
ASTR the Label
Blossom Lace Trim Midi Skirt
Lioness
Anchored Midi Skirt
Gap
Linen-Blend Lace-Trim Skirt
Reformation
Carolina Linen Skirt
J.Crew
Gwen Lace-Trim Slip Skirt in Luster Charmeuse
ZARA
Satin Effect Lace Midi Skirt








