Bubble skirts are the bottoms to have on your radar this fall.
The voluminous, hyperfeminine style that dominated summer is no fleeting trend: Its hold on fashion continues into the colder months, proving it’s more versatile than you might think.
The puffy-hemmed bottoms appeared across fall/winter 2024 runways, from Simone Rocha’s demure sheer minis to Molly Goddard’s wide tulle midis. Nicolas Ghesquière doubled down on bubble skirts in Louis Vuitton’s Cruise 2025 collection — and Zendaya gave them her seal of approval at the brand’s spring 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week. Alaïa, meanwhile, introduced funnel-like versions for spring/summer 2025 and Chloé brought out light-toned, embroidered styles.
We know bubble skirts have staying power — they’ve been a statement piece since the ‘80s, when Vivienne Westwood’s punk puffballs and Christian Lacroix’s extravagant, layered skirts were party wear staples. They’re still fun and festive but can also be styled down for more casual activities. Fall calls for a bubble skirt on top of jeans or trousers to channel that Y2K aesthetic, with tights or thermal leggings for extra warmth, or with a matching top for a co-ordinated look. Style with sneakers, heels, or knee-high boots and don’t be afraid to experiment with color and pattern, too.
Ready to find the right bubble skirt for you? Ahead, find 18 styles you can shop now.
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Ghospell Vanessa Midi Bubble Skirt, $, available at Ghospell
The Brazilian label known for its tropical prints and happiness-inducing colorways has actually been working with the iconic sportswear brand since 2014. (It’s one of the latter’s longest running partnerships, alongside other big names like Stella McCartney and Yohji Yamamoto.) This capsule marks the 10-year milestone by injecting Adidas Original streetwear and Farm Rio favorite silhouettes with vibrant hues and patterns that’ll brighten up these fall days.
Expect floral and animal print Firebird jackets, palm tree-embroidered logo hoodies, and accessories including backpacks, caps and a printed altinha ball, from the popular Brazilian sport of the same name.
“The partnership between Adidas and FARM Rio has endured for so long because it is a true fusion of creative forces that complement each other in extraordinary ways,” said Farm Rio’s head designer, Daniela Moritz, in a statement, crediting the pair’s “perfect balance between street attitude and contagious joy”.
Shop the Adidas x Farm Rio collection from 10th October at 10am EST.
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