Pleated Skirts Are Back — Here Are 20 Fresh Ways to Wear One in 2019

By Alexis Bennett
Updated: Mar 14, 2019 @ 3:31 pm
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First, I'd like to say that I am very proud of myself for holding on to a pleated leather Zara skirt I bought back in 2013. I knew that thing was special when I first laid eyes on it. Six years later, pleated skirts are making a major comeback.

When I say major, I mean it. Fashion labels from Burberry to Off--White are betting on the twirl-worthy skirts, loading runway collections with the flouncy designs. And just in time for spring, retailers — like Nordstrom, Barneys, and Net-A-Porter — are stockpiling the style.

If you're looking for fresh ways to style pleated skirts, finding inspiration won't be hard. Pleated skirt looks were all over the street-style scene during fashion month. I've gathered the best in the gallery ahead.

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Mix unexpected colors

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Shop Similar: H&M Pleated Skirt, $30.

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Match your coat

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Shop Similar: Red Valentino Skirt, $515.

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Go for a shorter hemline

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Shop Similar: Morgan PU Skirt, $83.

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Style with an oversized sweater

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Shop Similar: Gap Pleated Skirt, $40.

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Tie up a T-shirt

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Shop Similar: Elie Tahari Pleated Skirt, $170.

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Grab a belted option

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Shop Similar: Zara Belted Pleated Skirt, $70.

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Play with neons

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Shop Similar: Mango Pleated Skirt, $38.

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Wear with a longline bomber

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Shop Similar: Fendi Asymmetric Skirt, $1,980.

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Style with a blazer

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Shop Similar: Alice + Olivia Pleated Skirt, $485; saks.com.

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Tuck in a sporty jersey

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Shop Similar: ASOS Design Pleated Skirt, $40.

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Accessorize with trendy pieces

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Shop Similar: Derek Lam 10 Crosby Pleated Skirt, $495.

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Grab a multi-color skirt

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Shop Similar: Mary Katrantzou Rainbow Maxi Skirt, $1,322.

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Test out metallic shiny finishes

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Shop Similar: Topshop Metallic Pleated Skirt, $95.

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Pair with combat boots

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Shop Similar: Dion Lee Pleated Maxi Skirt, $295.

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Go for a classic black-and-white moment

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Shop Similar: Valentino Pleated Skirt, $1,490; farfetch.com.

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Test a mettalic skirt

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Shop Similar: Unique Bargains Skirt, $20.

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Pair with a crop top

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Shop Similar: Joseph Pleat Skirt, $895; net-a-porter.com.

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Style with an unbuttoned blouse

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Shop Similar: Polo Ralph Lauren Pleated Skirt, $269.

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Add a neon boot

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Shop Similar: H&M Pleated Skirt, $50.

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Throw on a hoodie

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Shop Similar: UO Aggie Plaid Pleated Midi Skirt, $30.

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