A knit top with a pale skirt creates a clear contrast between visible stitch texture and a softly falling lower surface. The V-neck opens the neck area, while loose long sleeves add volume beside the torso. A diagonal line crosses the upper waist towards a narrow reflective belt. Below, the pale skirt looks lightly layered. Pale open block-heeled shoes complete the standing view, leaving the different upper and lower surfaces easy to compare.
For your own combination, focus on the amount of top fabric at the waist. Try knitwear you already have with your skirt and arrange it as you would want to wear it during an event. Sit, raise your arms and check the finish afterwards. Does the intended diagonal line remain, or do you need to recreate it repeatedly?
Compare the look without another jacket first so the surface contrast stays clear. Add jewellery and a bag individually afterwards. The narrow belt in the photograph is one possible emphasis rather than a requirement. Test the actual skirt waistband without an additional line before deciding how strongly you want the waist to stand out.