Amal Clooney is one of the most prolific role models any millennial can have. The barrister and civil rights activist works every day to make sure women’s voices are heard and minority rights are recognized. And she shows up to do so in fierce, straight-off-the-runway pieces, like this leather skirt.
She was recently invited to the Massachusetts Conference For Women in Boston, where she delivered the keynote address. The human rights lawyer was joined by veteran journalist and her father-in-law Nick Clooney. (Apparently, her husband is famous, too? But let’s not pivot.)
Amal showed up in an all-black Givenchy ensemble. She paired a classic black turtleneck with the sharpest leather skirt we’ve ever seen. Expect Amal’s squadmate and fellow Givenchy-lover Meghan Markle to follow suit as soon as her baby bump allows.
Amal’s grunge-inspired skirt has a chic tea-length hemline and a stunning low-key split. It’s the perfect professor-meets-biker-babe look. The skirt is from Givenchy’s Spring 2019 collection, exudes a relaxed yet all-business vibe and is the perfect workwear number.
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Amal Clooney Leather Skirt
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The Right Pairing
Instead of doubling up on leather on top, pair your leather bottoms the Amal way, with something like a cashmere sleeveless shirt or a black, acid-wash top.
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Long Lines
Notice how Amal Clooney uses the skirt's A-line silhouette to her advantage so it showcases her height? If you want to add length to your look, try an asymetrical hemline on a midi skirt.
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3.1 Phillip Lim
Belted Leather Midi Skirt, $1,495 at Net-a-Porter
If you're looking to add more texture to the standard black skirt, opt for something belted like this 3.1 Phillip Lim number. It's a midi skirt made with asymmetric patchwork panels. Add sleek heels and you've got Amal's style down pat.
