No longer just a school uniform staple, the pleated skirt has come of age in 2016. Featuring on runways for Christian Dior and Guy Laroche, this season’s pleated skirt is feminine and floaty, reaching to the knees or lower. Think less ‘back to school’ and more retro 1950s elegance. This season’s skirt comes in a variety of colors and textures, from subtle beige and neutral colors that are perfect for office wear, to scene-stealing shimmering and metallic fabrics. With its cinched waist, it flatters all figures, creating a ladylike silhouette. Light and airy, we love this trend for spring and summer 2016.
Ways To Style The Black Pleated Skirt
Keep your outfit chic and classic with a black pleated skirt – sure to become your new everyday wardrobe essential. This is an extremely versatile look, which can be used to dress up your more casual sweaters. You could keep things monochrome with a black or charcoal top, for an effortlessly classy outfit. Or add a splash of color with a contrasting bright cropped top. For the more daring, a black leather pleated skirt will add some edge to your outfit, ensuring it’s not too girly. Team with a pair of heeled ankle boots to complete your look.
Midi Or Maxi?
While the pleated skirt normally settles around the knees, this season we’ve also spotted maxi-length pleats in stores. To avoid this swamping and overwhelming your outfit, choose a skirt in a soft pastel color: beige, cream or rose will all work well. Pair with a delicate, sheer or lacy blouse for a sophisticated look. This outfit is all about highlighting the waist, so make sure to keep your blouse tucked in. Alternatively, a black polo neck will provide a neat contrast and a more minimalist look. You could also add a skinny belt for extra definition. Pair with some high heeled pumps for an elegant, ladylike outfit. How will you wear yours?
Featured Image: The pleated skirt trend is definitely not one to miss this season! Wear the look in simple black maxi style to achieve something like Forever Vanny’s minimalistic elegance.
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Taylor Morgan has created a stylish and sophisticated look by combining a bottle green pleated skirt with heels and a white shirt. Add some striking leopard print or similar variation to get the fierce feel which this clutch adds!
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Barbora Ondrackova is absolutely killing this simplistic and ultra feminine style which embraces all that is fabulous about the pleated skirt trend! Matching this midi skirt with a white crop top and a pair of simple sandals, Barbora has created a gorgeous summer style.
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A white flowing pleated skirt like this one is the perfect way to wear this summer’s hottest trend! Janni Deler is looking totally striking in this gorgeously contrasting outfit consisting of a white skirt, a black top and sleek black heels.
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The pleated skirt trend is taking us all by storm this season! Felicia Åkerström is repping the trend in a gorgeous neutral skirt from Monki, paired simplistically with a plain white sweater and pumps. We love the elegance of this look!
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Shalice Noel is looking pretty in pink in this gorgeous pleated midi skirt. This outfit consisting of a skirt and waist-tie blouse is the ultimate summer look, evoking awesome retro vibes!
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Another great way to style the pleated skirt is to wear it with denim like Jess Ann Kirby. By pairing this bottle green skirt with a faded denim jacket, Jess has added a degree of casual retro chic to her look.
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Strip the pleated skirt trend back to basics and combine a classic blush pink skirt with a white crop top to steal Sheryl Luke’s awesome and feminine style.
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Sara Escudero has created the most gorgeous vintage style here by combining a green pleated midi skirt with a teal collared blouse and a pair of studded ankle boots. We love this style for a summer day out!
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This ultra stylish pleated skirt look consists of a blush pink skirt, a white sweater with silver jewellery, and a beautiful box briefcase from Le Postiche. This kind of style is ideal for spring days, both for work and hitting the town!
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You should definitely try wearing the pleated skirt trend in neutral colours like Helena Glazer! Not only is this style completely elegant in its simplicity, but it is also a great way to keep the look smart and sophisticated.
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Barbora Ondrackova is absolutely killing it in this gorgeous metallic silver pleated skirt, paired with matching heels and a simple white turtle neck crop. For an outfit which will give you instant glam, why not give this a try!
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Laurie Young pairs her pleated skirt with a graphic printed sweater for an urban street style, combining both feminine and androgynous vibes for an overall winning look. Wear this outfit with patent Chelsea boots to steal Laurie’s style!
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A blush pink pleated skirt will always afford you a beautiful feminine style. Kristin Sundberg is graceful and elegant in this skirt from Verge Girl, paired with an off the shoulder top and strappy sandals.
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Ever tried wearing a metallic pleated skirt? Jessie Bush shows us exactly how to wear this glitter-perfect style, pairing this skirt with sneakers and a white blouse to keep all the attention where it belongs.
