Fashion Jobs – Spring Wardrobe Essentials: The Pleated Midi Skirt

Mar 30, 2016

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Style InspirationWhen it comes to spring style, most of us are drawn to airy and radiant pieces that embody the true essence of the season. Bright colours, dresses that dance in the wind and cropped white trousers are all warm weather staples that we adore, but my favourite spring item is the pleated midi-skirt. Pieces with longer hemlines and ruching can occasionally look a tad dowdy, yet the pleated midi has inexplicably managed to stand as a symbol of modern, effortless and sophisticated style. Not only is this particular skirt incredibly chic, but also its unique blend of conservative and flirty make it appropriate for almost every office environment.

The pleated midi is one of the biggest trends for spring, which means that no work wardrobe is complete without one (or three) of these glorious skirts. With the amount of options that are about to hit store shelves, you might just go into ‘com-pleat’ overload, so here are four office-friendly ways to rock the pleated midi skirt trend.

JCrew micro pleat skirt

1. Go for a Feminine and Flouncy Look

Nothing says ladylike style more than a pleated midi. For a look that is feminine and romantic, opt for styles in lightweight fabrics, such as chiffon, and soft pinks or nude tones. A micro-pleated midi skirt will also give you that gentle and ladylike flair, as they are quite flouncy.

White House Black Market Skirt

2.  Choose Structured Pleats

If you work in a corporate environment, a box-pleated skirt is the perfect style for you. This type of pleat gives the skirt structure, which is a must-have in offices bound by conservative dress codes. It’s also best to stick with neutrals to remain in the typical corporate fashion colour scheme.Forever21 asymmetrical skirt

3. Think Outside the Box 

If you’re not the type of #GirlBoss that doesn’t really care for the soft and understated look, get a bit adventurous at the office with an unconventional pleated midi. Impress your coworkers with your impeccable style by wearing an asymmetrical midi, or by ditching the ubiquitous chiffon skirt for hard and edgy materials like leather and suede.

topshop floral print skirt

4. Remember to Play with Colour and Print

A pleated midi skirt with vibrant hues or prints is ideal for creating a whimsical work ensemble, especially on days like Casual Friday. When it comes to office style, it’s important to balance the amount of print and colour in your outfit. This skirt from Topshop is a perfect example since the subdued colours counteract the bold floral print.zara skirt

mango leather skirt

ASOS colourblock skirt

JCrew polka dot skirt

mango metallic skirt

Here are a few more pleated midi skirts to encourage you to give your tried-and-true sleek pencil skirt a well-deserved break this spring.

1. J. Crew Micro-Pleated Midi Skirt, $155

2. White House | Black Market Pleated Taffeta Midi Skirt, $122

3. Forever 21 Contemporary Pleated Asymmetrical Skirt, $29.90

4. Topshop Floral Print PU Pleated Skirt, £60 (approx. $112.26 CAD)

5. Zara Pleated Midi Skirt, $69.90

6. Mango Pleated Midi Skirt, $109.95

7. ASOS Pleated Column Skirt in Colourblock, $91.18

8. J. Crew Pleated Midi Skirt in Polka Dot, $144

9. Mango Metallic Pleated Skirt, $59.95

Style inspiration image by Julien Boudet, courtesy of The Zoe Report

By: Sasha Smith

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