Check Out 8 Chic Ways To Style Your Pleated Skirts & Amp Your Style

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With a history that dates back to ancient Egypt, pleated skirts have seen all eras of fashion, and have acquired a significant stature in fashion history. Presently, as all things 2000s are popping back, they are one such piece of apparel that is equally liked by Gen Z and millennials, with both generations wearing them with their own styles and twists. You can spot them in Korean and Chinese dramas; they are a huge part of street fashion, and they can be dressed down as well as dressed up. So, if you have been meaning to try pleated skirts or are looking for some inspiration to style them, we have curated a list of eight fits, from sophisticated chic to casual streetwear, that you can try.

With A Fitted Tank Top

Styling pleated skirts is all about getting the proportions right, where the flair of your bottoms should compliment the top, giving an overall flow to your outfit. A fitted tank top is probably the easiest and most efficient way to style your pleated skirts, and depending on the neck line, it can greatly elongate your body as an added plus, as pleated skirts already have that effect. This fit works for brunches and the office perfectly, and do style it with a pair of nude block heels.

Charlotte Curved Neck Tank Top

Charlotte Curved Neck Tank Top

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Sap Green Accordion Pleated Skirt

Sap Green Accordion Pleated Skirt

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Strap Twin Clear Heels

Strap Twin Clear Heels

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With A Blazer

We love incorporating pleated skirts into our workwear! They are easy-breezy, comfortable, and have a professional look to them. And to kick the professional-corporate aesthetic up a notch, styling pleated skirts with blazers always works best. You can style them with a belt to cinch your waist even more, perfect for the upcoming fall as well, for that extra layer of warmth.

Blue Single Breasted Two Button Fitted Regular Length Blazer

Blue Single Breasted Two Button Fitted Regular Length Blazer

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Pleated Flared Floral Midi Skirt

Pleated Flared Floral Midi Skirt

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Quilty Women's Medium Satchel Handbag

Quilty Women's Medium Satchel Handbag

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With A Button Down

Another workwear favourite, button-downs have always been a great pair with a fair range of bottoms. They look great with pencil skirts and regular jeans and are especially perfect to pair with some of your blingy-metallic pleated skirts. They balance the bling while harmoniously tying it down with the overall flair of the pleated skirt, and they are best paired with a pair of statement heels.

White Buttondown Shirt

White Buttondown Shirt

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Maroon Accordion Pleat Flared Skirt

Maroon Accordion Pleat Flared Skirt

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Tan Amaris Heels

Tan Amaris Heels

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Half-Tucked Sweaters For Autumn

With autumn approaching, we will all be reaching for those light sweaters, crewnecks, and pullovers. Though their styling is often done with regular jeans, they also look great with pleated skirts. This fit looks extremely elegant, and Pinterest can be a huge help, packed with some really stunning inspirations for this. Depending on the length of your skirt, you can also play around with different sizes of sweaters, as over-sized ones look really good with pleated skirts that are slightly shorter.

Womens Black Textured Sweater

Womens Black Textured Sweater

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Brown & Black Leopard print Accordion Pleated Skirt

Brown & Black Leopard print Accordion Pleated Skirt

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Black Sling Bag For Women

Black Sling Bag For Women

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With A Romantic Blouse

This might be our favourite, as this look comes out to be elegant as well as stylish. Paring your pleated skirt with floral blouses is perfect for dates, brunches, and day outs, a whimsical fit for folks with a soft-feminine aesthetic. To elevate your fit further, you should consider pairing it with heels and a sling bag.

Josephine Petite Detail Blouse

Josephine Petite Detail Blouse

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Black pleated Skirt

Black pleated Skirt

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Black Mini Box Bag

Black Mini Box Bag

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Street Style Layering

As more and more anime influence hits the streets, wearing pleated skirts with platform boots, along with turtlenecks layered with spaghetti tops and corsets, is all the rage. This style can often be spotted on many female K-Pop artists as well and looks really chic, even if you are going for a trend-driven fit.
Grey Spaghetti Straps Striped Crop Top

Grey Spaghetti Straps Striped Crop Top

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Denim Solid Pleated Mini Skirt

Denim Solid Pleated Mini Skirt

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High Ankle Boots

High Ankle Boots

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Pair With A Corset

Styling your pleated skirt with a corset is a great option for dates and daytime events, where the flow of the outfit comes out just right. A corset top will give you a cinched waistline, and along with the flow of the pleated skirt, it looks extremely stunning. Carry a statement bag and a sleek bun to complete the look.
Black Square Ribbed Corset Style Short Top

Black Square Ribbed Corset Style Short Top

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Multi Print Pleated Midi Skirt

Multi Print Pleated Midi Skirt

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Black Woven Love Bag

Black Woven Love Bag

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Grpahic T-Shirt

Probably the simplest way to style your pleated skirts, graphic tees are comfortable and available in a wide array of budgets and styles. A perfect casual vibe for everyday, when you want to run errands, be comfortable while looking chic.

Pastel Green Oversized T-Shirt

Pastel Green Oversized T-Shirt

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Turquoise Accordion Pleat Flared Midi Length Skirt

Turquoise Accordion Pleat Flared Midi Length Skirt

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Grace Tote Bag for Women with Sling/Crossbody Strap - Black

Grace Tote Bag for Women with Sling/Crossbody Strap - Black

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