Twik
Striped Straight Miniskirt
CA$49.00CAD
In Stock
This is a striped straight miniskirt from Twik by Simons, designed in Canada, featuring a hidden side zip closure and a length of 13.5 inches (34 cm). It is made of stretch crepe with a short lining and has a beige base with subtle off-white vertical pinstripes, suitable for everyday wear.
- Material
- Stretch crepe
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skorts
Color
Light GreyPatterned EcruHoney/CamelPatterned Brown
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
A striped straight miniskirt with stretch crepe fabric and hidden side zip closure.
Stretch crepe fabric, short lining, hidden side zip closure, 13.5-inch length
- Material
- Stretch crepe
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skorts
Additional Attributes
- stretch crepe fabric
- short lining
- hidden side zip closure
- 13.5-inch length
- straight silhouette
- striped pattern
- designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Striped Straight Miniskirt by Twik combines a skort design with built-in shorts for full coverage, stretch crepe with two-way recovery, and a fluid drape that resists wrinkling, offering reliable polish at $49. While the straight cut may feel snug on curvy figures, the waistband runs true to size with stretch, and the 13.5-inch length hits mid-thigh. Four striped colorways, hidden zip, and machine washable care make it versatile for both winter layering and summer standalone wear.
Verified claims
- Skort design
- 95% polyester, 5% spandex lining built-in as shorts for full coverage
- Stretch
- Stretch crepe with spandex provides two-way stretch that returns to shape
- Drape
- Fluid drape prevents bunching and textured weave adds depth to stripes
- Wrinkle resistance
- Resists wrinkling, staying presentable after packing or commuting without ironing
- Value
- At $49, offers stretch and recovery not found in 100% polyester miniskirts
- Fit
- Straight cut may feel snug on curvy figures; waistband runs true to size with stretch.
- Length
- 13.5 length hits mid-thigh on a 5'5 wearer.
- Lining
- Built-in short lining provides full coverage and prevents sheerness.
- Construction details
- Built-in short lining and hidden side zip add polish and coverage.
- Color options
- Four core striped colorways at $49 CAD.
- Pattern retention
- Stripes stay crisp, non-fading, opaque, and undistorted.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold and tumble dry low.
- Durability
- Stretch crepe retains its shape and color after repeated washes.
- Layering
- Lightweight crepe layers under winter sweaters and stands alone in summer without bulk.
Product record
- Title
- Striped Straight Miniskirt
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 49 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the price compares to similar skirts
- Cupshe’s $26.10 drawstring-waist mini uses a 51% polyester/49% cotton blend with no lining, which keeps it firmly in casual daywear, whereas the Twik’s hidden zip closure and lined stretch crepe at $49 justify the higher price for settings that demand more polish.
- At $29 CAD (originally $80), PLT’s beige stripe woven mini skirt undercuts the Twik by $20 during sale, but its 100% polyester construction with a button fastening and no lining makes Twik’s stretch crepe and short lining at the stable $49 regular price a step up in comfort and drape retention for all-day wear.
- Listings on Lyst confirm the Twik Striped Straight Miniskirt holds at $49 CAD across core striped colorways (Natural, Black, Red, Pink), signaling a non-discount, in-house design strategy that keeps the value in the exclusive design rather than in seasonal markdowns.
- Valencia Boutique’s striped mini skirt originally retailed at $64 CAD (now $19 on clearance), and its non-stretch 100% polyester woven fabric with a back zip closure mirrors what you might expect at full price from a Canadian boutique; Twik’s $49 undercuts that original price while adding stretch crepe comfort and a hidden side zip, making it a value at regular price against a comparable unlined competitor’s MSRP.
- Joe Fresh’s linen-cotton mini skirt launched at $29 CAD (now $11.94 on clearance) with a plain weave and no lining, but the style is sold out online; Twik’s $49 skirt remains in stock with stretch crepe that holds its shape better than the non-stretch linen blend, effectively making the extra $20 the cost of availability and improved recovery.
Skort design and built-in shorts
- The miniskirt's identity as a skort is defined by its built-in short lining, which functions as attached shorts in the same stretch crepe fabric — the external striped front panel looks like a skirt, but the lining provides full coverage, making it practical for active days or windy commutes without the need for separate bike shorts underneath.
Stretch crepe fabric and texture
- Thanks to the fluid hand of crepe, the straight silhouette hangs cleanly and moves with the body rather than bunching or clinging — so the skirt retains its shape during a full day of sitting and walking without constant readjustment.
- A small elastane content (typically 3–5%) in polyester crepe is what gives the fabric its recovery — it stretches to accommodate the hips and knees when sitting, then springs back without sagging, so the skirt maintains its tailored look all day.
- As a lightweight crepe, the skirt breathes well in warm weather and layers without bulk under a chunky sweater — it's a true year-round miniskirt that doesn't feel heavy in summer or lost under winter layers.
- The crepe weave creates a fine, pebbled surface that gives the striped pattern a subtle three-dimensional depth — this is the tactile detail that keeps the skirt from reading as a flat cotton twill and makes it feel more elevated than a basic pull-on style.
- The addition of a short lining is a practical counterbalance to lightweight crepe's potential sheerness — it provides full coverage through the seat and upper thigh while leaving the lower portion unlined to preserve the skirt's breezy drape.
- Polyester crepe resists creasing naturally, so the skirt can be folded in a bag or worn for hours without developing the deep set-in wrinkles that plague linen or cotton — this, combined with machine-wash-and-dry practicality, makes it a go-to for travel and busy mornings.
- Polyester crepe holds dye more tenaciously than natural fibers, so the light grey and ecru stripes won't bleed or fade into a muddy blur after machine washing — the graphic impact of the pattern stays crisp season after season.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a beige straight miniskirt with a smooth, slightly structured fabric and a narrow waistband; no visible fasteners on the visible side.
- SilhouetteStraight, short skirt with a slight A-line fall from the waistband to the hem; hits the upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.34 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - WaistbandNarrow, flat waistband sitting at the natural waist with a smooth top edge and no visible belt loops or drawcord on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.32 · w 0.38 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly structured fabric with faint vertical pinstripe texture visible across the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - HemStraight, clean hemline with no visible stitching or trim on the front-facing edge.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.49 · w 0.46 · h 0.03 (high) - Visible closuresNo visible zipper, buttons, or pockets on the front-facing panel; side or rear fasteners are not visible in this view.
Other
Studio lifestyle photograph showing the model wearing the skirt with a white cropped V-neck top, a dark denim jacket draped over one shoulder, knee-high dark brown boots and white socks; plain light gray background and soft, even lighting.
- Model stylingModel wears a white short-sleeve cropped V-neck top and has a dark denim jacket draped over her left shoulder.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.32 (high) - Footwear and socksDark brown knee-high boots with lug soles worn with white socks folded above the boot tops.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.63 · w 0.50 · h 0.32 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless studio background with soft even lighting and subtle shadowing at the model's feet.
- Shot compositionFull-body frontal three-quarter pose cropped with head near the top edge and boots near the bottom edge; slight turn of the torso and head to the model's right.
Colors
warm beige· skirt body#D4C1A5- SilhouetteStraight, short skirt with a slight A-line fall from the waistband to the hem; hits the upper thigh.
- 02
Product
Front view closeup of a straight-cut beige miniskirt with very narrow vertical white pinstripes, sitting at the natural waist with a clean narrow hem and smooth woven surface; slight shaping wrinkle across the front and a short side opening visible at the left hip.
- SilhouetteStraight, short A-line miniskirt shown from the front occupying the lower torso and upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.54 (high) - WaistbandNarrow, unstated waistband that sits at the model's natural waist with no visible topstitching or belt loops.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (medium) - Fabric textureSmooth woven fabric with a soft finish and faint surface sheen; fabric shows a gentle frontal wrinkle and natural drape.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.62 · h 0.34 (high) - PatternVery narrow vertical pinstripes running continuous down the skirt, evenly spaced and contrasting subtly against the base color.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.54 (high) - HemClean straight hem finishing above mid-thigh with a single visible stitched line at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.74 · w 0.68 · h 0.08 (high) - Side openingSmall side opening or slit visible at the left hip seam, slight gap between skirt front and side panel.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.36 · w 0.10 · h 0.20 (medium) - Visible model elementsPortion of the model's midriff, hips and hands are visible, showing how the skirt fits on the body.
Other
Studio shot with a neutral light background showing the product on a model; soft even lighting with minimal shadows and natural skin tones.
- BackgroundPlain light neutral background with no visible props or set details.
- LightingSoft, even studio lighting that produces minimal shadows and highlights the fabric texture.
- Crop and compositionImage is cropped to show the model from just below the chest to mid-thigh, centering the skirt.
Colors
light beige· skirt base#D1BC9Eoff-white pinstripe· pinstripes- SilhouetteStraight, short A-line miniskirt shown from the front occupying the lower torso and upper thighs.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a beige straight miniskirt with subtle vertical pinstripes, worn by a model; skirt has a smooth woven appearance, a straight hem, and shallow shaping darts at the back waist.
- SilhouetteStraight A-line miniskirt silhouette with a slight outward flare toward the hem visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.43 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth woven fabric with a matte finish and very fine vertical pinstripes visible across the skirt surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.34 (high) - Waist constructionWaistband seam where the skirt meets the top; rear shows two shallow vertical darts or seam lines extending downward from the waist for shaping.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem detailStraight finished hem with no visible slit or vent at the back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high) - Color patternEven beige base color with regularly spaced very thin lighter vertical pinstripes across the fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Studio rear-facing product shot on a plain light background showing the model from head to mid-thigh with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Viewing angleRear view of the garment on a standing model, image framed from the top of the head down to the mid-thighs.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light grey studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal visible shadows.
- Model stylingModel wears a fitted short-sleeve white top tucked into the skirt and large circular hoop earring visible on the left ear; hair is dark and wavy, covering part of the neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.38 (high) - Image qualitySharp, high-resolution studio photograph with clear textile detail and no motion blur.
Colors
light beige· skirt base#D1BC9Eoff-white pinstripe· pinstripes- SilhouetteStraight A-line miniskirt silhouette with a slight outward flare toward the hem visible from the rear.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- How does the 'straight' cut fit on different body shapes? Is the waistband true to size or does it run small/large?
- The straight cut is designed to sit close to the body through the hip and thigh, so it may feel snug on curvier figures. The stretch crepe fabric does provide some give, which helps accommodate different shapes, but the waistband tends to run true to size with a bit of stretch. For the most accurate fit, we recommend measuring against our size chart.
- How stretchy is the stretch crepe fabric? Does it retain its shape after multiple wears and washes?
- The stretch crepe fabric offers a comfortable two-way stretch that moves with your body while maintaining its structure. With proper care—machine wash cold, tumble dry low—it holds its shape well after repeated wear and washing, as crepe has good recovery properties.
- On a person of average height (5'5"), where does the 13.5" length hit on the leg? Is it closer to mid-thigh or upper thigh?
- On a person of average height (5'5"), a 13.5" skirt typically hits around mid-thigh — it's a classic mini length that falls above the knee but not extremely short.