High Waisted Pencil Skirt - Bordeaux

Designed for the Hourglass Frame

This skirt is engineered—for women with a defined waist and fuller hips.

Cut for an hourglass silhouette, this high-waisted pencil skirt is crafted from premium stretch suiting that smooths, supports, and moves with the body. The contoured waistband sits high at the natural waist, measuring 2.5" in height creating a clean, elongated line through the torso.

Unlike straight-cut pencil skirts, this design includes extra room through the hips and precise darting to prevent pulling or riding up—resulting in a polished, confident fit that holds its shape throughout the day.

This is the skirt our clients rely on for structure, comfort, and presence.

FIT & SILHOUETTE

• High-waisted with a 2.5" waistband for smoothing and support

• Designed specifically for hourglass proportions

• Two front darts + two back darts for precise contouring

• Hidden back kick pleat for ease of movement

If your hips and waist measure closer together (straight frame), we recommend our Savvy Sabina Skirt, which is cut straight through the hip.

LENGTH

• Standard length: 27.5" from top of waistband to hem

• Falls just below the knee on most women 5'6" and taller

• Custom length available — choose the length that works for your body

FABRIC

A soft premium refined wool blend with elastane for structure, durability, and all-day comfort. 

HOW TO MEASURE YOURSELF (IMPORTANT)

For the best fit, we strongly recommend measuring yourself before selecting a size.

• Waist: Measure at your natural waist—the narrowest part of your torso, where the skirt waistband will sit (this is higher than most low-rise skirts).

• Hip: Measure at the fullest part of your hips and seat.

• Length: Measure from the top of your waist straight down to where you want the hem to fall.

Refer to the illustrated guide and size chart before ordering.

MADE IN CANADA

Designed and produced in small batches in Canada with quality craftsmanship and precise tailoring.

CUSTOM LENGTH

After checkout, email hello@ellemadewell.com with your preferred skirt length and order number. Length adjustments are complimentary.

Care
Cold Wash/Lay Flat to Dry

See the “Suits” collection to complete the set with the coordinating blazer.

Please refer to the Size Guide before selecting your size.