From denim to skants: the pants-under-skirt trend taking fashion world by storm

Spring may officially be here, but the temperature outside doesn't always match the heat in the Fashion world. As the seasons transition, so do our wardrobes, and this year, one trend is poised to dominate the transseasonal landscape: skants.

What are skants, and why are they suddenly everywhere?

For the uninitiated, a skant is essentially a pair of pants with a built-in, detachable overskirt. It's the perfect middle ground between heavy winter trousers and skimpy summer shorts. Last summer, I took the plunge and invested in a pair from Paloma Wool - a sheer brown number with a matching miniskirt. On muggy days, I pair it with a tank top and sandals, while cooler evenings call for a cardigan.

I'm not alone in my skant obsession. Celebrities are also jumping on the trend. Last fall, Kendall Jenner arrived in Paris for Fashion week wearing a sheer olive St. Agni skirt over black trousers. Jennifer Lawrence has also been spotted rocking the look, donning sheer navy pants under a below-the-knee skirt and pairing it with a holey tee and strappy Prada heels. Even Kaia Gerber has gotten in on the action, livening up a navy crop top and black ballet flats with a gray miniskirt atop straight-legged trousers from Paloma Wool.

Runway approval seals the deal

But don't just take the celebs' word for it - the skant has also made a splash on the catwalks of top designers. Eckhaus Latta presented a flowy, butter yellow skant in their spring collection, while Ann Demeulemeester opted for a tougher leather overskirt for resort. Collina Strada paired gray mélange with plaid for fall, and the look was a real crowd-pleaser. With runway approval like that, it's clear the skant is here to stay.

So the next time you're struggling to decide between pants and a skirt, consider embracing the best of both worlds with a pair of skants. With their versatility, comfort, and stylish flair, they're poised to be the wardrobe staple of the season.