Collection: Woven Skirts

Midi ruffled skirt for resort dining: A longer ruffled non-stretch cotton skirt paired with a sleeveless or short sleeve island top is one of the most effortless resort dinner looks in the range. The flowing drape of the non-stretch cotton moves beautifully in a ruffled hem — dressed up enough for a cruise dinner, relaxed enough for an open-air beachside restaurant. Add island charm earrings to complete the look.

Straight cut skirt for a polished resort look: A straight cut non-stretch cotton skirt with a non-stretch cotton top in a complementary print is a clean, coordinated resort outfit that works from a morning market visit to a casual lunch. The structured drape of both pieces works together naturally — no effort required.

Above-the-knee style for active days: A shorter non-stretch cotton skirt with a stretch cotton top or sleeveless island top is a practical combination for beach days and shore excursions. The flowing non-stretch cotton moves freely on active days without clinging. Add a cotton sarong for extra coverage when needed.

Layered with a cardigan for evenings: A midi non-stretch cotton skirt layered with one of our lightweight cotton cardigans is a complete cruise evening look. The flowing drape of the non-stretch skirt pairs naturally with the relaxed fit of the cardigan — breathable enough for warm tropical evenings, covered enough for air-conditioned ship dining rooms.

Woven vs stretch — choosing your silhouette: If a flowing, structured drape is what you're after — particularly in longer midi lengths or fuller ruffled and A-line silhouettes — our woven non-stretch cotton skirts are the better choice. If you prefer a flexible, forgiving feel that moves with you on active days, see our stretch cotton skirts collection. Both are printed in the same Caribbean-inspired colour families so mixing across both ranges always works. Browse our new arrivals for the latest additions.

Why non-stretch cotton for skirts? Non-stretch cotton has a clean, flowing drape that stretch cotton doesn't replicate. It sits away from the body, moves in the breeze, and has a more structured silhouette — making it particularly flattering in longer lengths and fuller silhouettes like A-line and ruffled styles where the fabric can move and flow naturally. For shoppers who prefer a more relaxed, less clingy fit in a skirt, non-stretch cotton is the natural choice.

Breathability: Non-stretch cotton is 100% natural fibre — maximum breathability in hot and humid conditions. Cotton allows air to circulate freely around the body and absorbs moisture away from the skin, keeping you comfortable all day in tropical climates. In a skirt cut where the fabric sits directly against the legs, natural fibre breathability makes a genuine difference to all-day comfort. The same natural cotton runs through our non-stretch cotton tops, cotton sarongs and beach dresses.

Silhouette and drape: The absence of stretch in the fabric gives our woven skirts a more defined, structured drape — they hold their shape and flow cleanly rather than stretching to the body's contours. This makes non-stretch cotton particularly beautiful in ruffled and A-line silhouettes where the fabric needs to sit and move independently rather than cling. Straight cut styles have a clean, tailored drape that works for resort dining as well as casual beach occasions.

What we don't use: No polyester, no synthetic blends. Synthetic skirt fabrics cling and trap heat in tropical humidity — the opposite of what you need in warm-weather conditions. Every West Indies Wear woven skirt is 100% natural cotton, no exceptions.

Care: Machine washable on a gentle cycle. Hang to dry for best results. Our prints are designed to hold colour wash after wash — no special treatment needed.

What silhouettes are available in the woven skirts collection?

Our woven non-stretch cotton skirts come in a mix of silhouettes — straight, A-line flared and ruffled styles across a range of lengths. The variety of silhouettes means there's a style to suit every body shape and occasion, from a clean straight cut for resort dining to a relaxed ruffled hem for beach days. Browse all styles above or see our stretch cotton skirts collection for flexible fabric alternatives in above-the-knee styles.

What is the difference between woven and stretch cotton skirts?

Our woven non-stretch cotton skirts have a clean, structured drape — the fabric flows and sits away from the body rather than moving with it. This gives non-stretch cotton skirts a slightly more polished, flowing look compared to our stretch cotton styles. Both are equally breathable and 100% natural cotton. If you prefer a flexible, forgiving feel go for stretch cotton. If you prefer a flowing, structured drape go for these woven styles.

Do any of the woven skirts have pockets?

Yes — select styles in this collection include pockets. Use the Pockets filter above to find all pocket styles. For pockets across every style, our skorts with pockets collection guarantees pockets as standard. You'll also find pocket styles across our beach dress collection using the Pockets filter in the Dresses menu.

What lengths are available?

Our woven skirts come in a mix of lengths — above-the-knee styles for active beach days and maximum airflow, and longer midi styles for more coverage and a relaxed resort look. The longer lengths are particularly popular in non-stretch cotton where the flowing drape of the fabric works beautifully at midi length. For full-length coverage browse our beach pants collection in cotton and linen.

Are non-stretch cotton skirts suitable for a cruise?

Yes — a woven cotton skirt is a cruise wardrobe staple. The clean, flowing drape works as well for casual cruise dining as it does for shore excursion days, and the mix of lengths means you can choose the right coverage for each occasion. Pair a longer midi style with a sleeveless island top for evening dining, or a shorter above-the-knee style with a cotton top for active days ashore. Everything packs flat alongside our beach dresses and beach pants.