Dress and Skirt Styles to Consider for Mature Legs

Okay, so minidresses, skirts with splits, and body-hugging styles may be off the cards if your goal is to hide your legs, but there are plenty of other dress and skirt silhouettes to choose from. Speaking exclusively to Glam, Jordan recommends longer midi and maxi hemlines (and thankfully, there are endless refreshing ways to pull off a spring maxi skirt). If you lean toward a more feminine style, these pieces will help you to curate a wardrobe rotation that is especially refined and delicate. “Flowy A-line or wrap skirts/dresses, that fall away from the body, are a great option when you aren’t as comfortable showing your lower half,” Jordan adds. “They provide more forgiveness than their body-hugging counterparts, and look amazing on all shapes and sizes.”

You’re in luck if you’re ready to embrace flowy maxis — they’re a classic style trend that’s staging a comeback in 2025. A key part of the revamped boho aesthetic, long dresses and skirts with excess material are now being worn with balancing pieces, including blazers and crop tops, to combine vintage and modern feels. Pleated skirts are also on the rise in 2025 if you’re looking to spruce up your midi and maxi options, while the incoming double-layering trend also bodes well for those who want to avoid skin-tight silhouettes. 

Avoiding miniskirts and high slits in your dresses is common sense if you’re not feeling great about showing off your legs, but it’s not imperative. With a little creativity, you can wear these more revealing pieces just as you always have, only with a few adjustments. Personal stylist Jordan vouches for the classic sheer black tights. “They provide more coverage and look inherently chic,” she shares exclusively with Glam. “Pair them with black shoes or booties to elongate the leg line.” 

Of course, you can always stylishly pair your tights with open-toe shoes, but sticking with a similar color regardless of the shoe style will be the most flattering. Black is the classic choice when it comes to tights, but don’t limit yourself; colorful tights came back in style in fall 2023, and we just might see another resurgence in the future. The EVERSWE Women’s 80 Den Soft Opaque Tights come in 23 shades to give you some variety. For a sheerer option, try the DUCMODA Unbelievable Durability Sheer Tights.

The final tip that Jordan suggests for providing extra coverage to your legs? Knee-high boots. Contrary to what you might have heard, these aren’t just a winter staple. Higher boots can be a surprising complement to shorts and minidresses in the summer, and they’re also great for spring when worn with warmer go-to pieces like denim jackets and florals. If you really want to cover your legs, you could wear knee-high boots over your black tights, but one or the other will be more than enough to help you love the outfit you’re in.