Paloma Wool
Ara Sequined Midi Skirt
CA$650.00CAD
In Stock
The Ara Sequined Midi Skirt is a khaki-beige tailored skirt with a straight, slightly flared A-line silhouette, featuring transparent sequins concentrated on the lower half for a gradient effect. It is made from fluid twill weave with a satiny lining, a hidden side zip closure, and a 66 cm (26-inch) length, finished in Spain. Suitable for formal or evening wear, the skirt provides a midi-length, knee-to-calf coverage with a smooth waistband and straight hem.
- Color
- khaki-beige
- Material
- Fluid twill weave, satiny lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- tailored, minimal, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Knee-Length Skirts
Color
Khaki/Sage/Olive
Size
3438
Specifications
Khaki-beige midi skirt with transparent sequins, fluid twill weave, and satiny lining, featuring a tailored fit and hidden side zip closure.
Fluid twill weave, satiny lining, hidden side zip closure, straight slightly flared fit
- Color
- khaki-beige · brown
- Material
- Fluid twill weave, satiny lining
- Style
- tailored, minimal, modern
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Knee-Length Skirts
Additional Attributes
- transparent sequins in varying shades
- fluid twill weave
- satiny lining
- hidden side zip closure
- straight, slightly flared fit
- made in Spain
- khaki-beige color
- tailored-style design
- slow fashion philosophy
- local production
- understated modern luxury
- midi length
- Paloma Wool brand
Product Insights
The Paloma Wool Ara Sequined Midi Skirt offers a comfortable and durable sequin garment, thanks to a satin lining that eliminates scratchiness and static cling while reducing sequin loss, all atop a fluid suiting-weight twill base that prevents sagging. Its tonal khaki-beige sequins, inspired by Mediterranean light, enable day-to-evening styling, but the delicate construction requires hand washing or dry cleaning, reflecting the brand's ethical, locally sourced, slow-fashion approach with capsule releases outside traditional seasons.
Verified claims
- Comfort
- Satin lining eliminates sequin scratchiness against skin.
- Static cling
- Low-friction satin lining prevents static cling and bunching.
- Durability
- Satin lining minimizes abrasion that could loosen sequins.
- Sequin attachment
- Fluid twill weave on suiting-weight base with satin lining protects sequins from snagging and loosening.
- Care
- Hand wash or dry clean; avoid tumble drying.
- Release model
- Released outside traditional fashion seasons as a curated capsule drop.
- Ethical production
- Made in Spain using local textile mills, a decade-long ethical commitment.
- Design direction
- Design focuses on silhouette and material, inspired by Mediterranean surroundings.
- Construction quality
- Satin lining prevents static cling, and twill base reduces sequin snagging.
- Local production
- Made in Spain with exclusively local suppliers for over a decade.
- Slow fashion
- Capsule releases and material focus reduce overproduction and encourage durability.
- Design evolution
- A-line on suiting twill with satin lining reflects designer's pivot from prints to shape.
- Color palette
- Khaki-beige tonal sequin palette inspired by Mediterranean light, allowing day-to-evening wear.
- Color inspiration
- Gradient from plain waist to reflective hem inspired by Barcelona's sea and light.
- Design philosophy
- Design evolution toward silhouette and capsule release keep the gradient subdued and timeless.
- Fabric construction
- Twill base and satin lining keep gradient flat and drape fluid.
- Styling versatility
- Tonal sequins and tailored base allow daytime or evening styling.
- Practical wearability
- Satiny lining and fluid twill reduce cling and snags for all-day comfort.
- Fabric base
- Suiting-weight polyester-viscose twill supports sequins without sagging.
- Fit
- 26-inch midi length, tested on diverse body shapes, falls to flattering A-line flare.
Product record
- Title
- Ara Sequined Midi Skirt
- Brand
- Paloma Wool
- Price
- 650 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Paloma Wool's design ethos and this skirt
- As a piece that drops outside traditional fashion seasons, the Ara skirt exemplifies Paloma Wool's practice of gradually releasing timeless capsules throughout the year — a rejection of the conventional calendar that makes each release feel more like a curated artistic drop than a seasonal refresh.
- Unlike the industry norm of fitting on a single sample size, Paloma Wool's all-woman team of 20 road-tests every design on their own diverse bodies, meaning the skirt's straight-but-flared silhouette is validated for real wearability across different shapes.
- The 'Made in Spain' label is a core ethical commitment, not just a tag — Paloma Lanna has worked exclusively with Spanish manufacturers and textile mills for a decade, describing the local industry as strong and central to the brand's sustainability approach.
- The skirt's khaki-beige base and tonal sequin shading stem from Paloma Lanna's personal color vision, which she attributes directly to Barcelona's Mediterranean light, sea, and natural surroundings — turning a potential evening piece into a softer, everyday proposition.
- The skirt's flared A-line cut and fluid twill weave reflect Paloma Lanna's stated turn away from print-heavy designs toward an emphasis on shape and material after becoming oversaturated with prints and colors in earlier collections.
Fabric feel, breathability, and care
- A satiny lining separates the sequin backing from the skin, eliminating any potential scratchiness and allowing the skirt to glide smoothly with every step.
- Hand washing and avoiding the dryer are essential because wet viscose weakens and can felt or shrink under mechanical action, while the sequins would snag and the twill's drape would suffer from tumble heat.
- The suiting-weight twill acts as a firm ground that holds the gradient sequins flat, preventing puckering or distortion — a lighter fabric might sag under the embellishment, but here the design stays crisp.
- Cut on a suiting-weight twill rather than a drapy dress fabric, the skirt holds its tailored, slightly flared silhouette with enough body to keep the shape, while the blend's fluidity prevents it from looking stiff.
Satin lining: comfort, static, and slip
- By creating a low-friction plane between the twill and the body, the satin lining prevents the static cling and fabric-gripping that would otherwise occur with every step, allowing the skirt to move independently of the wearer's underlayers and keep its silhouette clean.
- The full satin lining adds weight and internal slipperiness that work with the fluid twill to sharpen the skirt's fall, preventing it from collapsing or riding up — the result is a midi that swings subtly with the body rather than hanging limp.
Exact waist, hip, and length by size
- The Liberty London product page specifies that the model wears a size 38 and measures 176 cm, waist 61.5 cm, hips 88 cm—a precise fit benchmark for this structured, slightly flared skirt that lets buyers who match these measurements expect a near-identical silhouette without gapping or pulling at the side zip.
Sequin attachment and how it holds up
- The satin lining shields the sequin-embellished twill from direct contact with skin and undergarments, minimizing internal abrasion that could weaken sequin adhesion over time.
- The sequins are set on a fluid twill weave, so they move with the fabric's drape rather than resisting it, which reduces the risk of individual sequins snagging and tearing by distributing stress across the weave.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a knee-to-calf length straight skirt with a smooth beige upper section and a dense scatter of reflective round sequins concentrated toward the lower half and hem.
- SilhouetteStraight, midi-length skirt falling from the natural waist to below the knees with a narrow hem.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.35 · w 0.58 · h 0.47 (high) - Waistband and upper panelSmooth, unadorned upper section in a light beige fabric with a clean top edge visible at the waist.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.35 · w 0.50 · h 0.16 (high) - Sequin embellishmentDense field of round, flat sequin paillettes starting mid-skirt and becoming most concentrated at and just above the hem, creating a scattered gradient effect.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.56 · h 0.27 (high) - Sequin appearanceSequins are circular, overlapping in places, and highly reflective with bright highlights and pale tones ranging from white to silvery and pearlescent.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem detailStraight finished hem with the sequin layer reaching the hemline and a narrow plain fabric band visible at the very bottom.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.74 · w 0.56 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric textureUpper skirt fabric appears smooth and matte with minimal visible weave or texture under studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the skirt against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model stylingSkirt is worn by a standing model shown from the upper thighs to feet; model wears a sheer pale blue long-sleeve top and white heeled sandals.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.03 · w 0.72 · h 0.97 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered vertical crop showing the front of the outfit; lower legs and footwear are visible, head is partially cropped at the top.
- Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow under the feet.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with crisp detail on sequins and fabric; no visible motion blur.
Colors
light beige· skirt body#D1C5ABsilvery pearl· sequin embellishment- SilhouetteStraight, midi-length skirt falling from the natural waist to below the knees with a narrow hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a knee- to mid-calf-length beige skirt with a dense field of circular sequins concentrated toward the lower half, a smooth upper waistband, and a straight A-line silhouette.
- SilhouetteA-line straight skirt falling to mid-calf with a smooth flat waistband and a gently flared hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Main fabricOpaque beige fabric forming the skirt body above the sequined area; appears smooth and matte.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Sequin coverageDense field of overlapping round sequins covering the lower half of the skirt in a gradient that becomes sparser upward.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.38 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Sequin shapes and sizesMany flat circular sequins in several apparent diameters, overlapping and layered to create texture; some sequins reflect bright highlights.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem finishVisible stitched hem band in the same beige fabric forming a narrow finished edge at the skirt bottom.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.64 · h 0.05 (high) - Visible model handsModel hands rest at skirt sides with fingers visible and lightly touching fabric near the hip area.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing lower body of a model against a plain light grey background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; visible shoes and lower legs used as styling props.
- Shot compositionFramed from just below the model's waist to the floor, centering the skirt front; cropped above the hips and including legs and shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Background and lightingEven soft studio lighting on a plain light grey background producing mild soft shadows beneath the hem and shoes.
- Styling propModel is wearing white heeled thong sandals visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Light reflections on sequinsSpecular highlights and reflections from studio lights are visible on many sequins, producing bright white spots and shine.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.42 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
light beige· skirt body#C5B99Eiridescent white / silver· sequins#C4C2BC- SilhouetteA-line straight skirt falling to mid-calf with a smooth flat waistband and a gently flared hem.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a knee-to-mid-calf length beige skirt with dense round sequins clustered toward the lower half forming an upward taper; two shallow vertical waist darts visible on the back waist.
- View and silhouetteBack-facing straight skirt with a narrow A-line fall from the waist to a straight hem that lands below the knee.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.76 (high) - Waist detailingTwo shallow vertical back waist darts positioned symmetrically near the center back waist.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem constructionStraight finished hem with a narrow stitch line visible along the bottom edge of the skirt.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Sequin patternDense field of overlapping round sequin discs concentrated at the lower half of the skirt and thinning upward into scattered vertical clusters, forming an organic upward-tapering pattern.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high) - Sequin shape and finishIndividual circular flat sequins in mixed sizes producing a reflective, pearlescent to silvery shine across the decorated area.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.46 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric baseSmooth matte beige fabric visible on the upper back portion above the sequin area.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from mid-back to feet against a plain light background; model wears sandals and a long-sleeve top, with soft even lighting and faint floor shadow.
- Shot compositionCentered rear product shot capturing the model from approximately mid-torso to the feet, with the skirt occupying the central vertical area.
- BackgroundEven light neutral background with no visible props or environmental context.
- Visible styling elementsModel wearing open-heeled, light-colored heeled sandals and a light long-sleeve top whose lower edge is visible above the skirt waist.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse studio lighting with a faint shadow cast on the floor to the right of the model's feet.
Colors
warm beige· skirt base#C6B99Epearlescent silver· sequins- View and silhouetteBack-facing straight skirt with a narrow A-line fall from the waist to a straight hem that lands below the knee.
Documents & Data
Q&A
2 answered- Is the waistband elastic or does it have a structured waist?
- The skirt has a structured waist with a hidden side zip closure, not an elastic waistband.
- How does the skirt fit on different body types — is it true to size compared to other Paloma Wool items?
- The skirt has a straight, slightly flared fit and is available in sizes 34 and 38. Based on our experience with Paloma Wool, the sizing is consistent with other items, but we recommend consulting the size guide for the most accurate fit.