Pleating Beauty

It's no secret that the leather skirt has and forever will overcome the "trend" title and is instead considered a timeless wardrobe staple. And what has emerged recently (although definitely not for the first time) as an edgy twist on the classic leather skirt is the incorporation of pleats. Think school girl meets 60's poodle skirt meets grannie's classic twin set... and then throw in a little bondage. I don't think I could think of anything more perfect.

So here follows some blogger inspiration, some designer inspiration and finally some (somewhat) affordable styles you can take home! Enjoy =)

These looks come well known and admired fashion bloggers: Late Afternoon, Mayo Wo and Goldstaneh. All are wearing the coveted Zara leather pleated skirt.

 

Late Afternoon 

 

Mayo Wo 

 

 Goldstaneh

Designer inspired looks by Valentino and Pringle of Scotland.

 

Shopstyle 

Absinthrill 

Finally, a collection of pleated leather skirts for your shopping pleasure...

Vince Pleated leather skirt
$495USD - net-a-porter.com
Leather skirt »

Rebecca Minkoff Pleated Leather Skirt | Rebecca Minkoff Online Store
$425USD - rebeccaminkoff.com
Rebecca Minkoff »

Diane von furstenberg skirts BROWN
398 GBP - matchesfashion.com
Brown skirt »

Alice + Olivia Pleated leather skirt
$395USD - net-a-porter.com
Leather skirt »

Pleated Leather Skirt by Phillip Lim
brownsfashion.com/
Leather skirt »


PS. Sorry all for the long absence! Finals have left me stressed and severely sleep deprived but I hope to post another look up asap! Also, I haven't forgotten that I need to catch up on everybody's blog and Chictopia posts!