[header] How to wear a maxi skirt [title] Try the skirt on under good lighting before buying. [step] Walk in it, swish around in it and see if it feels comfortable first. If you're tripping up, it's too long. 
Then check how it looks in the mirror--the more streamlined styles will be the most flattering, while the flouncy bohemian styles can add weight and don't flatter all figures. [substeps] The texture of the fabric will affect the suitability of the skirt for your figure type.