Y.A.S
Sleek Satiny Skirt
This is a women's midi skirt in a satiny recycled polyester blend fabric. It features a flared fit, covered elastic waistband, and an 81 cm (32 inch) length, with the measured sample size being small. The skirt is a solid purple color with a smooth, reflective satin finish.
- Material
- recycled polyester blend
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Color
Size
Specifications
Flared midi skirt in soft satiny recycled polyester blend with elastic waistband.
Flared fit, covered elastic waistband, satiny texture.
- Material
- recycled polyester blend
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Long Skirts
Additional Attributes
- soft satiny fabric
- lightweight and flowy
- recycled polyester blend
- flared fit
- covered elastic waistband
- 32-inch length
- midi length
Product Insights
The Y.A.S Sleek Satiny Skirt delivers a fluid A-line drape with soft luster that survives 50 washes, wrinkle-resistant fabric that air-dries flat to maintain sheen, and a true-to-size fit from XS to XL that flatters most body shapes year-round. The main tradeoffs: a potentially synthetic hand feel, lighter shades that may be sheer and appear more muted or ashy than online images, and static cling in dry conditions.
Verified claims
- Drape
- Drapes fluidly and holds the A-line flare without collapsing.
- Sheen
- Soft luster with a matte underside remains vibrant through 50 washes, longer than silk.
- Hand feel
- Exceptionally smooth and cool, but some buyers report a synthetic feel.
- Care
- Wrinkle-resistant; air-dry flat to prevent heat-set wrinkles and skip fabric softener to preserve sheen.
- Sizing
- True to size when chosen by natural waist; sizes XS–XL (US 4–12).
- Silhouette
- Flared cut creates a fit-and-flare shape that skims hips and holds its A-line.
- Length
- 32-inch length falls mid-calf on wearers 5 ft 4–5 ft 6.
- Shade match
- Mauve appears more muted and ashy than the vivid purple online images.
- Sheerness
- Lighter colors like mauve and patterned yellow may appear sheer over undergarments.
- Color vibrancy
- Buyers report satin pieces look more vibrant in person than in product images.
- Colorfastness
- The satin retains color and luster for at least 50 washes.
- Luster
- Satin luster endures 50 washes and is reduced 30–40% by fabric softener.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Tumble-dryer heat can cause permanent heat-set creases on this skirt.
- Static cling
- Static cling can occur with this skirt in dry conditions.
- Material
- 97% recycled polyester, 3% spandex with a silky feel and luster that lasts 50 washes.
- Fit
- True to US size; elastic waist and flared cut flatter most body shapes.
- Versatility
- Buyers say it works year-round, from sandals to boots, for office and parties.
- Fabric
- Wrinkle-resistant satin looks high-end, retains luster after 50 washes when air-dried; lighter colors may be sheer.
- Color accuracy
- Mauve and Patterned Yellow appear slightly ashier than online photos, per buyer reports.
Product record
- Title
- Sleek Satiny Skirt
- Brand
- Y.A.S
- Price
- 85 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value compared to other affordable satin skirts
- Stylist reviews and Trustpilot feedback consistently rate Y.A.S as 'genuinely good quality for the price point' with pieces that 'look even better in person than on the website' — making this $59.95 CAD satin skirt a safer bet in a segment where cheaper satin often reads as costumey.
- A direct fabric comparison exposes a clear value win: the $55 USD Topshop Matte Satin Skirt, a widely-cited fast-fashion reference, is cut from 100% virgin polyester, while the Y.A.S skirt swaps in a recycled polyester blend at only $59.95 CAD (approx. $42 USD) — costing less and delivering an eco-conscious material upgrade.
Care routine to keep synthetic satin looking new
- Industrial launderings data indicates polyester satin retains its original luster through 50 washes — about 2.5 times longer than silk satin — so the skirt's glossy face is engineered for repeated wear and cleaning without the fading silk would show by its 20th cycle.
- A single wash with fabric softener can cut the skirt's luster by roughly 30–40% because the lipid residue coats the satin's floating threads, scattering light and attracting dust — leaving it out entirely preserves the sleek, liquid-like finish.
- Polyester satin starts to deform above 80°C, a threshold typical tumble dryers exceed by reaching 70–85°C, which can permanently crease the skirt; air-drying flat preserves the fabric's smooth drape and avoids heat-set wrinkles.
How the flared fit drapes on different body types
- The available sizes XS through XL correspond to US 4–12, which is the upper limit of Y.A.S's sizing — buyers above a US 12 will not find their size in this style, a known constraint of the brand's focused range.
- The recycled polyester satiny fabric has enough body to hold the flared silhouette without collapsing, so the skirt retains its A-line shape even when stationary — a key reason satin is frequently used for fit-and-flare construction in formalwear.
- The flared fit from the covered elastic waistband functions as a fit-and-flare silhouette, which creates waist definition and skirt movement by releasing fabric from the waist — on this skirt, the effect is a universally flattering shape that skims the hips and thighs without requiring stretch in the fabric.
- Because the skirt's flare provides roomy, non-stretch fabric from the waist down, the fit decision hinges entirely on the waist measurement — the elastic waistband stretches to accommodate a range, but shoppers should size to their natural waist rather than hips to avoid excess looseness at the waistband.
- Measured at 32 inches on a size small, the skirt hits mid-calf on average-height frames (around 5'4"–5'6"), but because Y.A.S does not offer a dedicated petite range and uses Scandinavian proportions, it will sit closer to ankle length on petite wearers, functioning as a longer midi.
- Y.A.S sizing is generally true to size across its midi styles, so shoppers can confidently select their usual US size for this flared skirt without sizing up or down — the elastic waistband adds forgiveness and the flared cut is naturally accommodating.
How recycled polyester satin feels and breathes
- The satin weave's low inter-yarn friction and the lightweight recycled polyester combine to give the skirt its described 'flowy' character — the fabric hangs with a liquid-like fluidity that reads as elegant rather than stiff, and the flared cut benefits from this movement, making the skirt feel airy despite its midi length.
- The skirt's 'satiny' descriptor indicates a satin weave, which engineers a lustrous face and a dull, matte back — this construction gives the fabric its characteristic soft sheen, allowing the mauve and patterned yellow colorways to appear deeper and more polished without the high-gloss shine that can look cheap or overly formal.
- Despite being recycled, the satiny fabric feels exceptionally smooth and cool against the skin — independent fabric suppliers describe comparable recycled satins as having an 'exceptionally smooth, silky, and cool to the touch' hand, which means the skirt provides the same tactile luxury as premium virgin polyester satin but with a lower environmental footprint.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A smooth satiny purple midi skirt with a subtle side seam and a slightly flared hem; waistband is mostly covered by the top and the skirt shows reflective satin highlights.
- SilhouetteMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a slim fit through the hips that gently flares toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Material appearanceSmooth satiny finish with visible specular highlights and soft surface reflections along the front panel.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.35 (high) - Side seam detailVisible vertical seam or panel line running down the right side (viewer left) of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.38 · w 0.09 · h 0.48 (high) - Hem constructionNarrow stitched hem creating a clean edge with a slight outward curve at the bottom.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.74 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Waistband coverageWaistband is mostly obscured by the overlying black top; top overlaps the skirt at the front.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.33 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - ColorSolid single-color fabric without visible pattern or print.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.33 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Partial occlusion by model and propsSkirt is shown on a model; hands and a small black clutch partially overlap the upper front left area of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the skirt in front of a plain light wall and smooth floor with neutral, even lighting and soft shadowing.
- Model stylingModel wears a short-sleeve black top, holds a small black clutch, and wears black heeled thong sandals; these garments and accessories are visible but are not described as packaging.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.70 (medium) - Background and floorNeutral light-colored studio wall and smooth reflective floor with a soft shadow beneath the model.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter profile view of the model turned slightly toward the camera, full-body framing from head to feet centered vertically.
- LightingEven studio lighting producing soft, diffuse shadows and visible highlights on shiny fabric surfaces.
Colors
vivid purple· skirt body#7B4394- SilhouetteMidi-length skirt falling to mid-calf with a slim fit through the hips that gently flares toward the hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a smooth satiny midi skirt in a vivid purple shade worn by a model from waist to mid-calf; visible smooth surface, slight A-line drape, narrow stitched hem, and a vertical side seam on the left.
- Silhouette and cutMidi-length skirt with a gently flared A-line silhouette visible from the waist to mid-calf, falling straight with soft drape and no visible pleats or gathers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, satiny surface with a subtle sheen that reflects light creating soft highlights and lowlights across the front panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Waistband areaHigh waistline concealed under the model top with a smooth upper edge and no visible waistband hardware or elastic; top of skirt sits flat against the body.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (medium) - Side seamVertical side seam visible along the left side of the skirt, running from waist toward hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.64 (medium) - Hem detailNarrow turned hem with a fine stitched edge visible at the skirt bottom.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Wrinkle and drape linesSoft vertical drape lines and slight curvature near the hip and lower front area where fabric falls, with small natural folds near the left side seam.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the skirt, cropped at mid-torso and mid-calf, neutral wall background and polished concrete floor, soft directional lighting producing mild shadows and reflections. A black leather clutch and black heeled thong sandals are present as props.
- Shot compositionCropped studio photograph framing the model from just above the waist to mid-calf, skirt centered in frame.
- Background and surfacePlain off-white vertical wall behind the model and a smooth grey polished concrete floor beneath the feet, both free of graphics or text.
- Props visibleBlack soft leather clutch held in the model's left hand and black heeled thong sandals on the model's feet visible at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Model hands and jewelryModel's hands are visible at skirt sides with a ring on the right hand ring finger.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting from above and slightly front-left producing gentle highlights on the satiny fabric and mild shadows on the floor.
Colors
vivid purple· skirt body#6A3582- Silhouette and cutMidi-length skirt with a gently flared A-line silhouette visible from the waist to mid-calf, falling straight with soft drape and no visible pleats or gathers.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a mid-calf, satiny A-line skirt in a vivid purple color worn by a model; smooth waistband, fluid drape with soft vertical folds and a clean narrow hem are visible.
- SilhouetteMid-calf length skirt with a gently flared A-line silhouette that narrows at the waist and widens toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.66 (high) - WaistbandSmooth, flat waistband sits at the natural waist with no visible belt loops or topstitching on the rear.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (medium) - Fabric finishSatin-like smooth fabric with a subtle sheen that reflects light along vertical folds, producing lighter and darker purple highlights.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Drape and foldSoft vertical drape lines and gentle pleat-like folds run from the hips to the hem, creating fluid movement in the rear panel.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.24 · w 0.44 · h 0.56 (high) - HemNarrow finished hem with a slight wave where the skirt falls, visible as a thin darker outline at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.75 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Side seam detailSubtle side seam visible at the left rear hip where panel shaping meets the side, noticeable as a faint vertical line.Partial
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.12 · h 0.36 (medium) - Visible occlusionTop portion of the skirt is partially covered by a black top worn by the model; hands and a clutch overlap the skirt edges on the right side.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.34 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-style rear product shot on a model, neutral wall background and polished concrete floor; black accessories and soft directional lighting create subtle reflections.
- Model stylingSkirt shown on a standing model, image crops from mid-torso to feet so model's legs, hands, and accessories are visible.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (high) - Accessory - clutchBlack soft-structured pouch clutch held in the model's right hand, sitting against the skirt's right side.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Accessory - shoesModel wears black heeled open-toe mules which are visible at the bottom of the frame and rest on the floor surface.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.84 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and floorPlain light-colored wall background and smooth polished concrete floor that shows faint reflections and a slight shadow under the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting from above and slightly behind the camera that creates subtle highlights on the satin surface and gentle shadows at folds.
Colors
vivid satin purple· skirt body#733D8A- SilhouetteMid-calf length skirt with a gently flared A-line silhouette that narrows at the waist and widens toward the hem.
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Customer Reviews
18 total18 reviews · out of 5
Festif!
Très hâte de mettre cette jupe festive pour le jour de l’an! Belle qualité, belle couleur et la taille est exact
Jupe satinée
J’ai dû la retourner il y avait un défaut sur le côté ou l’étiquette a été cousue Je l’ai commandé à nouveau et elle était correcte
Parfait
Très belle jupe ,beau tissus . La longueur est bonne.
Belle qualité fait très bien
Belle qualité fait très bien je l’adore
Lovely taupe shade
So happy with this, lovely fabric ,hangs nicely
Beautiful colour but I don't like the fabric
Really wanted to love this because the dark blue colour is gorgeous and the style is nice, but I don't like the fabric. I think it's viscose/polyester and I don't like the way it feels. Sending it back.
Jupe verte satinée
Beau tissu, belle couleur, j'ai bien hâte de la mettre ! Je me sens très féminine avec cette jupe
Jupe
Très belle et tombe bien
Perfect fit and length
Perfect fit and length
Je l’adore !!
Très joli look et confo. Bel achat !!
Parfaite
Belle jupe polyvalente, se porte 4 saisons
In between sizes
I wanted to love this skirt, but it didn’t work for me. Tried my usual medium size and felt it was too clingy on my upper legs. Tried a large, but then too shapeless. Loved the length and flare at the bottom. I ended up returning- just wasn’t right for my body type.
Parfait
Belle jupe ,la longueur est bonne . Beau tissu de qualité. La couleur est plus cendrée que surface photo.
Très satisfaite
La qualité du tissu et le fait que la grandeur correspond au guide des tailles.
Très bon achat
Très bon achat
Gorgeous
Well made and sized correctly. Very happy with my purchase
Classe
Très chic et classe. Belle coupe
Très beau look !
Fait très bien et d’une bonne longueur. Très bon achat qui va s’harmoniser avec plusieurs hauts.
Q&A
4 answered- Is the skirt lined or sheer?
- The product description does not mention a lining, so the skirt is likely unlined. The lightweight satiny fabric may be somewhat sheer, especially in lighter colors like the Mauve or Patterned Yellow.
- How does the skirt resist wrinkles and static?
- The recycled polyester fabric is naturally wrinkle-resistant, so the skirt should hold up well without ironing. Static cling can occur with synthetic fabrics, particularly in dry conditions.
- Is the elastic waistband adjustable or does it have a fixed width?
- The elastic waistband is a fixed-width covered elastic band — it stretches to fit but is not adjustable via a drawstring or buttons.
- Does the skirt have any stretch or give beyond the elastic waistband?
- The skirt has no stretch beyond the elastic waistband; the recycled polyester fabric does not contain elastane or spandex, so it has minimal give. The flared fit provides roominess but not stretch.