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Modern Pencil Skirt WG491
$78.00 to $98.00

You loved last year’s Textured Cotton Skirt, so we're offering two new prints, a smart denim and a luxurious, Italian metallic jacquard.

  • SLV: outer 56% cotton 38% polyester 4% metallised fibre 2% nylon
  • IND: outer 99% cotton 1% elastane
  • Other colours: outer 100% cotton
  • SLV: lining 100% polyester
  • Other colours: lining 96% polyester 4% elastane
  • Sits at natural waist
  • Pencil shape
  • Length finishes below knee
  • Fully lined
  • Back vent
  • Concealed back zip
  • Grosgrain trim
  • SLV: dry clean only
  • Other colours: machine washable
  • Regular 23½"/59.5cm Long 26½"/67cm.
  • Imported
Garment Measurement  (inches)
 2 R4 R4 L6 R6 L8 R8 L10 R10 L
Front length23½23½26½23½26½23½26½23½26½
Waist circumference26½282829½29½31313333
Hip circumference34½36½36½38½38½40½40½42¼42¼
Hem circumference31¼33¼33¼35¼35¼37¼37¼39¼39¼
 12 R12 L14 R14 L16 R16 L18 L
Front length23½26½23½26½23½26½26½
Waist circumference35½35½37¾37¾40¼40¼42½
Hip circumference44¾44¾474749½49½51¾
Hem circumference41½41½444446¼46¼48½

REVIEW SUMMARY

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4.3

(based on 74 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great design (61)
  • Well made (42)
  • Comfortable (38)
  • Practical (32)
  • Retains shape (21)

Cons

  • Poor fit (13)
  • Bad design (3)
  • Dry clean only (3)

Best Uses

  • Wear to work (68)
  • Casual wear (26)
  • Night out (26)
  • Special occasions (18)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      62% 

      (42 reviews)

      Feels too large

       
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Classic dresser (50), Trendy/stylish dresser (15), Casual dresser (5)
    • Comfort vs Style:
    • Comfort driven (34), Style driven (31)

Reviewed by 74 customers

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5.0

Just what I needed

By Funky Dresser

from New York

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Practical
  • Well Made

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Wear To Work

    I wear only pencil skirts but a good one is hard to find. It fit as I hoped it would, and it seems as though it will be durable. I hope Boden will bring it back next year in even more color options (hint: something red, perhaps?)

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
     
    5.0

    Nice jacket

    By Amanda

    from Fresno, CA

    About Me Classic Dresser

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Great Design
    • Practical

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Wear To Work

      I was looking for a jacket to go with the Boden Modern Pencil skirt in Navy Tribal Geo and this jacket (also in Navy) coordinates perfectly. I am small up top and most jackets "pooch" out a little since they're usually made for women with larger busts--but this one doesn't. It is made of a nice quality material that has a lot of give to it as well, so it is very comfortable while still being quite polished. The style is a bit on the conservative side, as others have noted, but I think it is a great piece for work or a job interview. The clasps in front do leave a bit of a gap when closed but it still looks fine.

      • Age:
      • 35-44 yrs old
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Comfort vs Style:
      • Comfort Driven
       
      5.0

      Wow

      By CK in NC

      from Asheville, NC

      About Me Classic Dresser

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Beautiful fabric
      • Great Design
      • Well Made

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Night Out
        • Special Occasions
        • Wear To Work

        I got the silver metallic jacquard, and the fabric is just a knockout--gorgeous! My complaint is more with my in-between size than with the skirt--I wear a 6L in Boden dresses (5'9" and 137 lb.) but the 6 in this skirt was just a little too tight. The 8, however, is just a little too loose--the pencil style looks better when it's pretty snug, I think--but nevertheless I love this skirt, which coordinates beautifully with all kinds of unexpected tops in browns, blues, black, etc. and can be dressed up or down with ease.

        • Age:
        • 45-54 yrs old
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Comfort vs Style:
        • Style Driven
         
        5.0

        Fabulous Fit

        By GingerGypsy

        from Nevada

        About Me Classic Dresser

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Great Design
        • Practical
        • Retains Shape
        • Well Made

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Wear To Work

          The fit is so flattering. It is soft and looks fabulous dressed up or down! I want one in every color. :-)

          • Age:
          • 35-44 yrs old
          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Comfort vs Style:
          • Comfort Driven
           
          5.0

          Flattering for my hourglass shape

          By budgetbodenista

          from Seattle

          About Me Casual Dresser

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Great Design

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Night Out
            • Wear To Work

            I am a definite hourglass shape, and a rather curvy one, so I don't normally try pencil silhouettes. I loved the multi cow parsley print so much that I gave it a try, and I'm so glad I did! I ordered the size that would fit my hips, and while there is a slight gap in the waist no one will see it because I don't tuck tops in. The regular length goes just below my knee (I'm 5'4"), and it turns out to be a surprisingly sexy length! I feel like I'm channeling my inner Mad Men diva in this skirt, and it looks fantastic with the Edie Heels in orange. I love the weight of the fabric, it maintains its shape and gives the skirt structure, and for the first time in a long time I feel confident showing off my curves. I just ordered a second one in indigo!

            My only caveat: because the skirt is narrow and hits just below the kneecaps, it's rather tricky to get into tall vehicles. Still haven't mastered getting into our SUV gracefully, but the skirt is worth it :)

            • Age:
            • 35-44 yrs old
            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Comfort vs Style:
            • Comfort Driven
             
            3.0

            Runs very small!

            By Jenna

            from San Francisco

            About Me Classic Dresser

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Beautiful fabric

            Cons

            • Bad Design
            • Poor Fit

            Best Uses

            • Wear To Work

            I love pencil skirts and I think the fabric of this skirt was a beautiful choice. However, it runs sooo small. I am a US 6 in everything I've ever ordered from Boden, but the 6 I ordered in this skirt could not even fit over my upper thighs. I have a 6 foot tall, slender, but athletic build, so I was surprised at the fact that I wasn't going to be able to pull it up let alone zip it up. I could exchange for a larger size, but shipping back and forth to England takes far too long, so I'm just going to count myself out on this one and send it back.

            • Age:
            • 25-34 yrs old
            • Sizing:
            • Feels too small
            • Comfort vs Style:
            • Style Driven
             
            3.0

            Beautiful metallic fabric

            By Lisa

            from NY

            About Me Trendy/Stylish Dresser

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Great Design

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Night Out
              • Wear To Work

              This metallic skirt fit a little tight for the sizing. I will probably keep it because I like the fabric, but the size 2 is very small. I would not wear this on a long day, or somewhere that I would have to sit for an hour or more. This would be better for a dinner out where I would not eat too much. It fits very snugly across my small hips actually and looks like it will wrinkle. I still rate the style and fabric highly.

              • Age:
              • 45-54 yrs old
              • Sizing:
              • Feels too small
              • Comfort vs Style:
              • Style Driven
               
              5.0

              this is a winner for big waisted girls

              By tzirele

              from miami

              About Me Classic Dresser

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Great Design
              • Practical
              • Retains Shape
              • Well Made
              • Wrinkle Resistant

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear
                • Night Out
                • Special Occasions
                • Wear To Work

                I have a big waist and the lovely, busy, classy print minimizes my waist, hips and bottom. Most 16L were too big. This one fit nicely. You can dress this skirt up or down. I can wear it for holidays and social events-out to dinner and to my PTA activities too. I plan on wearing it to a family celebration and my son's college graduation.

                • Age:
                • 45-54 yrs old
                • Comfort vs Style:
                • Comfort Driven
                 
                5.0

                Great skirt

                By Gidge

                from Massachusetts

                About Me Classic Dresser

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Great Design
                • Practical
                • Retains Shape

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear
                  • Wear To Work

                  LOVE LOVE LOVE this skirt. I got the Navy Tribal Geo. It fits well, looks fantastic, and is extremely versatile. I love the fabric which has a slight texture to it--definitely more interesting than the cotton sateen that I had been expecting. It has become my go-to skirt.

                  • Age:
                  • 45-54 yrs old
                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Comfort vs Style:
                  • Comfort Driven
                   
                  5.0

                  A "Must Buy"

                  By French Teacher

                  from San Francisco

                  About Me Classic Dresser

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Great Design
                  • Practical

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Night Out
                    • Wear To Work

                    I am thrilled with this purchase! The dark denim is work-appropriate, but could be styled differently for a night on the town. The cut is super flattering, hugging curves without being tight or gapping at the waist. The length is modest, but allows movement through the back slit. The grosgrain ribbon around the waist adds a fresh twist. I look forward to even more color options for this elegantly practical skirt!

                    • Age:
                    • 35-44 yrs old
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Comfort vs Style:
                    • Comfort Driven

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