Maxi skirts are one of those pieces that can go very right or very wrong. Styled well, they’re elegant, cool, and effortlessly chic. Styled poorly, they lean into “I got lost at a music festival in 2012.” The difference comes down to proportion, fabric, and the pieces you pair them with.

Here are seven ways to wear a maxi skirt this summer that feel current.

1. With a Cropped Top