SIMKHAI Skirts: Where Precision Meets Femininity
Jonathan Simkhai has always understood that a woman's relationship with her skirts is deeply personal. It's about how the fabric moves when she walks into a room, the confidence that comes from perfect proportions, and the subtle details that speak to those who understand craftsmanship. His latest collection of skirts embodies this philosophy with an almost architectural precision that never sacrifices femininity.
What sets SIMKHAI apart in the saturated world of designer fashion is his technical approach to texture and silhouette. Take the Lula midi skirt: its fringe detailing isn't merely decorative but engineered to create movement that flatters every figure. The knit construction allows for comfort without compromising the structured aesthetic that has become Simkhai's signature. This is knitwear that works as hard as you do, transitioning seamlessly from boardroom presentations to evening events.
The brand's mastery of embellishment reaches new heights in pieces like the Delaney wrap mini, where hand-embroidered details on linen create a tactile richness that photographs beautifully but feels even better. Simkhai's team sources their linens from European mills known for their heritage craftsmanship, then elevates them with embroidery techniques that reference both contemporary art and traditional textile work.
The Billie open-work knit midi demonstrates Simkhai's understanding of negative space as design element. The strategic cutouts aren't about revealing skin but about creating visual interest through shadow and light. It's this kind of thoughtful design that has made SIMKHAI a favorite among women who appreciate fashion that thinks as much as it feels.
For those drawn to texture play, the Kimmie plisse mini offers a masterclass in fabric manipulation. Plisse requires a specific pleating technique that creates permanent micro-folds in the fabric—a process that originated in the 1940s and requires specialized machinery. The result is a surface that catches light beautifully and moves with an almost liquid quality. Paired with the collection's signature ruffled hem, it creates a piece that feels both vintage-inspired and thoroughly contemporary.
At Lola Dré, we're particularly drawn to how SIMKHAI approaches color within this collection. The royal blue stripe and ivory variations of the Lula skirt showcase the brand's commitment to sophisticated colorways that photograph beautifully for social media but, more importantly, integrate seamlessly into a discerning woman's existing wardrobe.
This collection represents SIMKHAI at its most confident—pieces that understand the modern woman's need for versatility without sacrificing the kind of details that make fashion feel personal. Whether it's the way the fringe on the Xavia skirt creates movement as you walk or the precise engineering behind the Billie's open-work construction, these are pieces designed for women who notice the difference between fashion and style.
