Pleats the word used to make me cringe, the thought of primary school skirts in black and grey are of the past now ladies, they now have a totally different look, a modern, colourful, desirable look. Pleats are back with a vengeance and I’m actually considering buying a pleated skirt I have had my eye on!
I was a bit unsure at first but having tried a few on I’m relieved at how flattering they are even at the new ‘it’ midi length. River Island has a soft chiffon one in mocha brown and it would look great with a nude bodice or striped Breton jumper, even if you have that inner rock chick they look great with t-shirts. Of course on the runway the pleated skirt is worn with more sophistication Valli spring/summer collection saw white pleated skirts showing the upmost of feminity and glamour effortlessly.
Of course its not all about the nude/white effortless effect. Spring is fanning out a whole burst of colour. Which reminds me, Whistles has an outstanding little number with only a small price tag (£95) in bright pink, perfect with a white shirt and coloured wedges this summer.
I should stop being so biast towards the pleated skirts as you can get your mits on pleated shorts, dresses and another big trend this summer, palazzos! I was really worried that the pleated palazzos wouldn’t look good on the shorter lady however I have tried a pair on and they are incredible comfy and don’t actually swamp you. Topshop do a really nice pair in tobacco, tieing in with this seasons nude trend on the runways and not at a hefty price tag too (£48).
So go on, find your inner girly side and try the modern pleats, you will be blown away by the choice.
To the office, for a walk, even a morning coffee you will look the bee's knees in these desirable accessories from of course, That Indie Look.
