A skirt alternative is an item of clothing that can be worn instead of a skirt. The crossword solutions for this term are DRESS (5 letters), SIRLOIN (7 letters), TROUSERS (8 letters) and PANTS (5 letters). A DRESS is a garment typically worn by women, consisting of a bodice and a skirt in one piece. SIRLOIN is a cut of beef taken from the upper hindquarters of the animal. TROUSERS are an item of clothing worn on the lower part of the body and covering both legs separately. PANTS are a type of TROUSERS that are more fitted around the hips and thighs.