Your Skirt, Styled Your Way
A good pleated skirt earns its place in your closet. It moves well, it's comfortable, and it works with pieces you already own. Loyd/Ford skirts come in pleated midis and minis in classic shades and prints, and they're easy to wear all week long. The simplest way to style one is with a fitted or structured top.
Here are three ways to do it: a black midi with a white button-up for the office, a blush midi with a cardigan for the weekend, and a leopard mini with a leather jacket for a night out.
Business Casual
A pleated midi in black is the base of a polished workwear look. Pair it with a crisp white button-up from TWP, tucked in so the elastic waist stays smooth. Carry a brown suede fringe tote from Nili Lotan, wear Rag & Bone sneakers for the commute, and add a delicate diamond necklace from EF Collection.
Style tip: pair these skirts with a structured TWP button-up or a silk top from L'Agence for an effortlessly polished look. Let the skirt make the statement.
Weekend Chic
For errands, brunch, or an afternoon out, go soft and neutral. Wear a blush pleated midi with a ribbed knit tank from Veronica Beard, then layer a cream cashmere cardigan from Autumn Cashmere on top. Add a braided-handle leather shoulder bag from Ulla Johnson and suede sneakers from Isabel Marant, and finish with a Romi pendant necklace.
Style tip: a cropped blazer or cardigan defines your waist while letting the skirt flow. It's an easy layer for weekend errands and beyond.
Night Out
Make a pleated mini the statement of the evening. A leopard print mini works like a neutral, so keep the rest in black. Wear it with a satin cowl-neck top from DÔEN, a short-sleeve leather jacket from Yigal Azrouel, and a black clutch from Nili Lotan. Add gold hoops from Chan Luu, stacked Jenny Bird bangles, and black mule sandals from Staud.
Style tip: balance a mini skirt's flowing silhouette with an open neckline or a halter. Finish with a leather jacket, denim jacket, or tailored blazer for a night out.
How to Style a Pleated Skirt
- Keep the top fitted or structured. A tucked button-up, tank, or fine knit balances the volume of the pleats.
- Let the skirt be the statement. If the skirt is printed, keep the rest of the outfit solid. If the skirt is a solid, add texture with cashmere, suede, or leather.
- Define the waist. Tuck in your top, or add a cropped cardigan or blazer.
- Change the shoes, change the mood. Sneakers feel casual, mules feel dressed up, and sandals or loafers sit in between.
- Choose the length for the occasion. A midi suits the office and daytime, while a mini is better for evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you wear with a pleated skirt? A fitted or structured top, like a tucked button-up, a knit tank, or a cropped cardigan. Keep the top simple so the skirt stands out.
Can you wear a pleated skirt to work? Yes. A black pleated midi with a crisp white button-up and sneakers or flats looks polished for business casual.
What shoes go with a pleated midi skirt? Sneakers for a casual look, loafers or flats for the office, and mules or sandals for evening.
Shop the Loyd/Ford Edit
Ready to find your skirt? Shop the Loyd/Ford edit and the full looks online, or stop by Romi Boutique at 624 Emerson Street in Palo Alto to try them on and build an outfit in person.
