
Rhythm
Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt
The Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt is a floor-length, unlined stretch lace skirt with an elasticized high waist, a flared A-line silhouette, and a side slit. Its semi-sheer all-over geometric floral lace pattern makes it suitable as a beach cover-up or layered fashion piece. Key specs include a maxi length, elastic waistband, and one high side slit.
- Material
- Stretch lace
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, flared
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Size
Specifications
A stretch lace maxi skirt with elastic waist and side slit.
Stretch lace fabric, elastic waistband, flared maxi-length silhouette, side slit for ease of movement.
- Material
- Stretch lace
- Style
- romantic, flared
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- stretch lace fabric
- unlined design
- elastic waistband
- flared maxi-length silhouette
- side slit detail
Product Insights
The Rhythm Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt is a $75 CAD versatile piece that blends swimwear and ready-to-wear, featuring a velvet lace with four-way stretch for a soft, fluid drape and baby lock stitch edging for durability. Its sheer net ground with raised velvet motifs creates a romantic visual dimension, but requires a slip or bikini bottom underneath for coverage. The true-to-size elastic waistband allows one-handed pull-on over damp swimwear, and it coordinates with matching swim separates or layers as a regular skirt. Care involves hand washing and flat drying to maintain its shape.
Verified claims
- Fabric feel
- Velvet lace combines a plush pile with four-way stretch for a soft, fluid drape.
- Edge finish
- Baby lock stitch finish prevents fraying and irritation.
- Visual effect
- Sheer lace with raised velvet motifs; a slip or bikini needed underneath.
- Care
- Requires hand washing and flat drying to maintain shape.
- Visual dimension
- Sheer net ground with raised velvet motifs creates a high-low visual dimension that reads as romantic rather than overtly sexy.
- Price comparison
- At $75 CAD, it costs roughly a third of the $204 USD Melissa Odabash Mendi.
- Material
- 90% nylon, 10% spandex velvet lace with babylock edging.
- Outfit integration
- Coordinates with matching swim separates and works as a regular skirt with layering.
- Pull-on ease
- One-handed pull-on over damp swimwear, stays without retying.
- Fit
- True-to-size elastic waistband sits at natural waist, secure and non-binding.
- Coordination
- Pairs with the Gigi Ring Front Trilette Top and Hi Cut Pant for a coordinated set.
- Coverage
- White sheer lace requires a slip or bikini bottom underneath.
- Versatility
- Though categorized as swimwear, it works as a maxi skirt with appropriate layering.
- Durability
- Babylock edge stitching prevents unravelling; hand washing cold recommended.
Product record
- Title
- Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt
- Brand
- Rhythm
- Price
- 75 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How this skirt compares to similar beach cover-ups
- The babylock stitching technique used on the Gigi's raw edges is a hallmark of quality garment construction that encases the lace threads to prevent unravelling, giving this skirt a distinct durability edge over mass-market lace skirts with unfinished hems.
- The Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt is designed to coordinate with the $56 Gigi Ring Front Trilette Top and $50 Hi Cut Pant, letting the buyer build a fully-matched, style-set swim look that elevates the cover-up from an afterthought to a purposeful outfit component.
- At $75 CAD, the Gigi Lace Maxi Skirt costs a fraction of the $204 USD Melissa Odabash Mendi Embroidered Lace Cover-Up Skirt, delivering a similar sheer lace maxi skirt silhouette at a price point that makes the romantic beach look achievable without the designer markup.
- The Gigi's nylon-rich stretch lace (90% nylon, 10% spandex) offers a softer, more resilient drape than polyester-based cover-ups like the Shoreline Lace Breeze Maxi Cover Up, which can feel stiffer and less forgiving in the sun and sand.
- The Gigi's elastic waistband slides on instantly over a damp bikini and stays put without knotting, a practical advantage over the drawstring ties on the Melissa Odabash Mendi skirt that can loosen in the water and require readjustment.
What to expect from velvet lace
- Velvet lace is a textile hybrid that pairs traditional lace openwork with a raised, velvety pile, giving the Gigi skirt a plush, lingerie-grade hand feel absent from flat nylon mesh cover-ups — this tactile upgrade is the defining luxury of the piece.
- All raw edges are enclosed in a baby lock stitch — a technique borrowed from lingerie that creates a narrow, pliable thread casing along hems and seams, eliminating potential irritation points and giving the skirt a delicate, refined edge that resists fraying even after repeated wear.
- The lace's design leverages a sheer net ground that allows skin to peek through, while the raised velvet motifs create opaque areas that catch light with a soft, almost pearlescent glow — the contrast yields a high-low visual dimension that reads as intentionally romantic rather than overtly sexy.
- The nylon-spandex blend provides inherent four-way stretch, so the skirt moves with the body without constricting or losing its shape, and the predominantly nylon content is responsible for the fabric's smooth, non-itchy surface that resists the sandpaper feel common to polyester-dominant lace.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Floor-length white lace maxi skirt with a high elasticized waistband, all-over geometric floral lace that is semi-sheer, and a high side slit on the right leg.
- SilhouetteFloor-length maxi skirt with long A-line drape that reaches the model's ankles.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - WaistbandHigh waistband that sits at the model's natural waist; appears elasticized and slightly denser in lace pattern than the skirt body.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.31 · w 0.38 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over geometric floral lace pattern composed of repeating oval/flower motifs creating a diamond grid; fabric is semi-sheer so underlying swimwear is visible through it.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.56 (high) - Side slitHigh side slit on the model's right leg that opens to above mid-thigh, with the lace edge following the slit line.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.52 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (high) - HemSkirt hem reaches the ankle and has a slightly scalloped lace edge visible against the floor.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.86 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (medium) - TransparencyFabric is translucent; the blue bikini bottom worn underneath is visible through the lace in the upper skirt area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the skirt against a plain light backdrop; model is standing with weight on left leg and right hand resting on hip, soft directional lighting from left creating a gentle shadow on the background.
- Model and poseFemale model shown full body wearing the skirt; left arm hangs relaxed while right hand rests on right hip, right leg exposed through slit.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Background and lightingPlain off-white studio background with soft, even lighting and a subtle shadow cast to the left of the model.
- Supporting footwearModel is wearing flat flip-flop style sandals that are not part of the product being described.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.88 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Image crop and qualityFull-body crop with some space above the head and below the hem; image is sharp with neutral color and no visible text overlays.
Colors
off-white lace· lace skirt- SilhouetteFloor-length maxi skirt with long A-line drape that reaches the model's ankles.
- 02

Product
Floor-length, high-waisted sheer lace skirt in an off-white color with a V-shaped yoke at the waist and a high side slit on the right; elasticized top edge and visible patterned lace throughout.
- Overall silhouetteMaxi skirt with a straight long silhouette that reaches the ankles and falls in a relaxed, drapey manner from the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Waistband and yokeWide elasticized waistband with a V-shaped yoke seam at the front creating a chevron effect where the lace pattern is denser above the seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric and transparencySemi-sheer lace fabric with open geometric floral-like repeating motifs, making the skirt largely transparent.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Pattern detailRepeating circular/flower geometric lace motif arranged in a grid across the entire skirt panel visible in consistent rows.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.22 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - High side slitThigh-high slit on the model's right side with the lace edge following the slit line; slit opens to reveal the leg.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.54 (high) - Bottom hemStraight finished hem at the ankle with the lace motif continuing to the edge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Sheerness effectSkirt is sheer enough that underlying garments and the model's legs are visible through the lace.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.62 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the skirt against a neutral light backdrop; cropped at the torso and showing legs, hands, and footwear. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Model and posePartial view of a standing model cropped at mid-torso showing both hands resting near the hips and one leg exposed through the slit.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.60 (high) - Footwear visibleModel wearing light-colored flip-flop sandals visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.84 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and lightingPlain, neutral off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadows beneath the model.
- Image cropImage is vertically cropped above the waist and includes full skirt length to the feet; slight right-side negative space.
Colors
off-white lace· lace body- Overall silhouetteMaxi skirt with a straight long silhouette that reaches the ankles and falls in a relaxed, drapey manner from the hips.
- 03

Product
A floor-length, semi-sheer white lace maxi skirt with an all-over repeating circular floral lace pattern, worn high on the waist and showing a short blue underlayer at the upper hip; scalloped top edge and full gathered lower skirt are visible from the rear/side view.
- Silhouette and fitFloor-length A-line maxi skirt that falls to the model's feet with soft fullness through the lower half and a fitted upper hip area.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.90 · h 0.78 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over repeating circular floral lace motif forming a geometric grid; pattern is open and highly sheer between motifs.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.24 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Waistband edgeTop edge of the skirt has a narrow scalloped lace trim visible at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.66 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sheerness and visible underlayerSkirt fabric is sheer enough that a short blue underlayer or brief is visible through the lace at the upper hip area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Lower hemLower hem is finished with a narrow lace edge that follows the skirt's fullness and slightly brushes the floor.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.82 · w 0.88 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from mid-torso to feet against an off-white seamless background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; model wearing sandals and standing with one hand resting on the skirt's side.
- View and compositionRear/three-quarter view of the garment on a model, cropped from just below the waist to the floor.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven off-white seamless studio background free of props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting with faint shadows under the hem and the model's feet.
- Model hand and sandalsModel's right hand rests lightly on the skirt's side; model wears thin-strap flat sandals visible at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.44 (high)
Colors
bright white· lace fabricsky blue· visible underlayer#A4BBD4- Silhouette and fitFloor-length A-line maxi skirt that falls to the model's feet with soft fullness through the lower half and a fitted upper hip area.
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Q&A
4 answered- Does the elastic waistband sit at the natural waist or lower, and does the skirt run true to size?
- The elastic waistband typically sits at the natural waist. The skirt runs true to size given its stretch lace fabric, but we recommend referring to the size chart if available for the best fit.
- Is the stretch lace sufficiently opaque to wear alone, or is something like a slip or bikini bottom needed underneath?
- The stretch lace is unlined, so it is likely sheer. We recommend wearing a slip or bikini bottom underneath for coverage, especially in lighter colors like white.
- What are the recommended care instructions for this lace skirt?
- Care instructions are not listed, but as a stretch lace item, we recommend hand washing cold and laying flat to dry to maintain the fabric's shape and quality.
- Is this skirt intended as a swimsuit cover-up or can it be worn as a regular skirt?
- This skirt is categorized as swimwear/beachwear, so it is primarily intended as a swimsuit cover-up. However, its design is versatile enough to be worn as a regular skirt with appropriate layering.