Saturday, April 27

Pleats Please!

Chloe

One trend that's been impossible to miss in the Spring and Pre-Fall 2013 collections is the veritable parade of pleats we've seen. They're popping up in every shape, size, and material imaginable. From Derek Lam's asymmetrical leather skirt to Chloe's delicate take on the classic accordion, designers are bringing vastly different perspectives to the trend and embracing a bit of ladylike tailoring. But don't get me wrong, these aren't the uniform kilts you remember from grade school.  Long seen as a good-girl style, delicate folds are gaining fashion ground in all their sheer, feminine glory on next season's runway.  Ranging from pretty to punky, the season's pleats are packed with attitude.

Stella McCartney

Derek Lam

Pretty, and pretty simple, knife-pleat skirts are cutting-edge again, especially when they hit just above the knee and are paired with a slouchy tee or a chic knit. Don't worry too much about anything else, the floaty folds of a silk chiffon or buttery-leather number will remind you why you fell in love with pleated skirts in the first place. 

Jason Wu

Oscar de la Renta

Chloe

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