Tired of Jeans? Me Too — That’s Why I’m Shopping Romantic Maxi Skirts Inspired by Zendaya’s Date Night Outfit ‣ Diverse Daily

Grab similar maxi skirts from $20

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Commuting in New York City once warm weather hits is hard enough — the last thing I want to wear while doing it is restrictive jeans.

Instead, I tend to reach for denim’s breezier, more romantic cousin come summer: billowy maxi skirts. And luckily for me, Zendaya served up a season's worth of long-skirt inspo while on a date with Tom Holland in Los Angeles.

The actress styled a white maxi skirt with a black top and clogs, and she’s not the only one ditching jeans for breathable alternatives. Katie Holmes was previously spotted in a similar white skirt, while stars like Demi Moore and Hailey Bieber have been reaching for midi skirts galore.

Below, join me in shopping maxi skirts inspired by Zendaya’s from $20.

Maxi Skirts Inspired by Zendaya

Looks Most Like Zendaya’s: Prettygarden A-Line Pleated Skirt, $33 (orig. $46); Amazon
Office-Ready: Teerfu Pleated Maxi Skirt, $26 with coupon (orig. $27); Amazon
Begging for a Beach Trip: Verdusa Ruffle Maxi Skirt, $20–$29 (orig. $30); Amazon
Adjustable Waist Tie: Cotton On Haven Multi-Tiered Maxi Skirt, $45 (orig. $60); Nordstrom
Super Stretchy: Anrabess Tiered Skirt, $28–$30; Amazon
Formal Feel: AiberLisha Maxi Skirt, $32–$35; Amazon
Extra-Long: Reformation Gemma Skirt, $198; Reformation

Related: Taylor Swift Sat Courtside in the Anti-Skinny Denim Cut That Won’t Leave You Sweating This Summer

Prettygarden A-Line Pleated Skirt

~~$46~~ $33 at Amazon

A close match for Zendaya’s maxi skirt, this option from Amazon has a similar pleated texture and billowy silhouette. I’m a big fan of its elastic waistband — goodbye, painful digging! — and I like that it has a “beautiful, flattering flow that makes it look much more expensive” than it is, according to one reviewer. (Plus, the under-$35 price certainly doesn’t hurt.)

I can already picture myself styling it with a simple cropped T-shirt and sneakers for a day in Central Park — time to hit "Buy" now!

Cotton On Haven Multi-Tiered Maxi Skirt

~~$60~~ $45 at Nordstrom

For those looking for a more casual maxi skirt, consider picking up this light-as-air version by Cotton On. The linen fabric is practically made for balmy days, and the drawstring waistband is adjustable for a custom fit. While reviewers report wearing it to music festivals and on trips to Italy, I think it would look particularly cute styled with a swimsuit and sandals for a beach day.

Teerfu Pleated Maxi Skirt, $26 with coupon

~~$27~~ $26 at Amazon

Not to be missed, this formal version of Zendaya’s maxi skirt provides a “slimming effect” on the body, according to a five-star reviewer. Its delicate pleats and sleek design make it a smart option for the office, and its full-length inner lining provides coverage — no need to worry about the skirt being see-through.

Save yourself from suffering at the hands (er, legs) of restrictive denim this summer. Keep scrolling to shop more white maxi skirts below.