Cynthia Rowley's Fall Collection 2011 boasts beautiful longer skirts. Photo Credit: cynthiarowley.com

Getting sick of mini skirts and baring your thighs? Top designers, like Cynthia Rowley, feel your pain and have extended the length of skirts for a change in your spring, summer, and fall wardrobe. Like Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester, you too can find beauty in a below-the-knee or a flowing skirt. These styles are popping up all over the runway and stores, so it’s time to grab a hold of this new trend.

Shenae Grimes on the red carpet in an Elizabeth and James Long Skirt. Photo Credit: celebrityfashion.onsugar.com

Paired with a crop-top, a lacy blouse, or a denim vest, long flowing skirts are all the rage for the most casual and chic summer attire. 90210′s Shenae Grimes looks very trendy in her Elizabeth and James Long Skirt and floral print cropped blouse.

LNA Column long Skirt, $99. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Not only are these skirts supper flattering due to the curve hugging design, but they are so easy and versatile. Try this LNA Column Long Skirt, priced at $99, over a bathing suit with sandals and you’ve got a day-to-night beachy look. Add a black lace top, wedges, and a fedora and your look could grace the beach or a red carpet.

Indah Long Wrap Skirt, $128. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Try a boho-chic look with a printed skirt or wrap-around with a floral design, like this Indah Wrap Long Skirt, priced at $128. Your favorite button down shirt would look very flattering tied at your waist with a flowing skirt and flip-flops.

Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf looks classy-chic in her A-Line Skirt. Photo Credit: cwtv.com

For a retro, Mad Men-inspired look, try a classy below-the-knee A-line or pencil skirt. Yes, ladies, it is definitely flattering to just show off your ankles. I would pair these skirts with a fitted tank or sweater like GG’s Blair Waldorf, or a blazer to make it even more throwback classy. Don’t be afraid to raid your closet for old designs from the 60′s and 70′s, even the 90′s!

Tibi Lillian Midi Skirt, $253. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Nothing says spring and summer like this Tibi Lillian Midi Skirt, priced at $253. It is so casual and relaxed, but still looks high-fashion. The midi-length is perfect, and will go great with wedges or a pair of flip flops.

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