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Pleated miniskirts are back. The silhouette gives off prep school vibes, but the fashion crowd has rebranded it and made it their own.
Pleated skirts have always been around. However, the miniskirt is making its mark with the fashion crowd. In particular, the color that is rampant with the fashion crowd is grey. Grey is sophisticated and chic, and the perfect color for the cooler weather.
The miniskirt can be a daunting piece to style. It may seem like a tricky piece to style, however there are many ways to style the trendy pleated miniskirt.
The trick is to balance the miniskirt with layers or oversize pieces. The nature of the skirt gives off a preppy vibe that you might not be used to incorporating into your personal style, but with the right pieces, it can be a stylish outfit.
Scroll below for 15+ short pleated skirt outfits to give you fall or winter inspo.
I love a good fur jacket moment.
This one is it!
It is super sexy for a night out or a date night.
Opt for more polished pieces like a cardigan, and knee-high boots to style the pleated miniskirt.
Add touches of red to add a fresh color to the dark palette.
The socks really transform this outfit into a cool girl look.
This look is equal parts chic and cool.
What better way to style a pleated skirt than with a bomber jacket?
Any color will do, but the cream color adds a soft dimension to the look.
Leave it to street style queen Hailey Bieber to style the trendy skirt.
Layer stockings and socks for maximum warmth.
Tired of a dark color palette?
Bright colors are a fun way to elevate a pleated miniskirt.
Who doesn’t get happy when there is pink involved?
A gold brooch adds a feminine touch to the overall outfit.
Pair an oversize sweater with a matching pleated midi skirt for an approachable everyday look.
Try pairing the pleated skirt with a turtleneck.
Layer a turtleneck and a sweater for a cold weather–friendly look.
Maybe you’re more of a tights person than socks?
Besides adding warmth, black sheer tights is appropriate for a nighttime look.
Black and gray are a classic cold weather combination.
It is a no-fail option.
Add an oversized flowy leather jacket to a pleated skirt.
The boxy nature of the jacket balances the pleated skirt.
Lean into the preppy nature of a pleated skirt by adding a sweater vest.
If you are feeling adventurous, add a tie to complete the prep school look.
Add a shearling jacket for those cold days.
Finish off the look with a shoulder bag.