Tired of the skinny jeans and tank top uniform? Trying to find the perfect outfit to hit the party scene can be a struggle, even for the most fashion-forward college student.

Skirts, however, are a newfound option, with top designers revamping them with new lengths, ruffles, fits and more. Choose to either save or splurge on one or all five of these skirt trends.

Pencil

For a transition from day to night, the pencil skirt is a great option. Go from internship interview to Indigo Nightclub by merely switching tops.

Splurge: The Metallic-flecked Pencil Skirt ($138 at jcrew.com) is stitched with metallic thread, giving the skirt a shimmer to spice up the average pencil skirt.

Save: The Belted Pencil Skirt ($17.80 at forever21.com) is a necessity in any wardrobe. The skirt is 22 inches long and has a flirty slit in the back.

High Waist

Forget about low-rise, high-waisted skirts and pants are the new trend for this fall.

Splurge: The It's-My-Party Skirt ($168 at anthropologie.com) comes with big pleats that circle the skirt for a full figure. The skirt comes in black with amethyst dots.

Save: The Belted High-Waist Skirt ($48 at gap.com) has a casual elegance that many skirts fail to attain. The skirt sits right at the waist and cascades down to hit right above the knee.

Ruffled

The ruffles and tiers on these skirts add a touch of feminine flair to the average mini.

Splurge: The Cynthia Steffe Plush Petals Skirt ($265 at Bloomingdales.com) is made from the finest silk and creates a flowery look by using individual pieces of silk as petals.

Save:The Plaid Three Tiered Skirt ($21.50 at wetseal.com) ruffles in three tiers of violet plaid and has an elastic waistband for the perfect fit.

Full

Full skirts are flattering on just about any body type, disguising hips or creating curves.

Splurge: The Catherine Holstein Printed Mini Skirt ($429 at saksfifthavenue.com) zippers on the side and flares out with in a pretty bell shape. This skirt is 16 inches long and comes in a graphic navy print.

Save:The Conspicuous Satin Skirt ($144 at shop.nordstrom.com) comes in an electric pink perfect for a night on the town. The skirt also comes in black for a more subtle look.

Flapper

1930s fashion is making a comeback this fall in everything from hats, headbands and skirts. Twirl in these mini skirts to show off the detailed fringe.

Splurge: Nanette Lepore demonstrates her attention to detail with the Carwash Skirt ($220 at shopbop.com). This black mini gives a modern touch to the classic flapper fringe by keeping it short and sweet.

Save: The Silence & Noise Flapper Skirt ($58 at urbanoutfitters.com) is a Nanette Lepore look-alike mini for a quarter of the price.