The skirt world is spilling over with trends—from micro-miniskirts and skorts to maxi column styles and lace-trim slips—most of which are considered controversial in some way, shape, or form. People even love to debate whether pencil skirts are “in” or not, and they’re one of the genre’s most classic items. But there are exceptions, and Zoë Kravitz just wore one of them to a screening in New York City for her new movie Blink Twice, starring Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie.
For the showing, Kravitz chose a look from The Row’s Winter 25 collection from top to bottom, wearing an almost completely sheer, tan sleeveless bodysuit with a black, wrap-around plissé pleated midi skirt, and matching pumps. She also carried one of the brand’s Ascot bags.
On the model:
Pleated skirts like Kravitz’s have long held a place in the fashion crowd’s heart, specifically plissé styles by Issey Miyake. The designer’s signature dresses and separates in the fabric are a staple in chic people’s closets because of their comfort, versatility, and interesting texture. In fact, my fellow senior editor at Who What Wear, Anna LaPlaca, just returned from Japan with two plissé pieces by the brand, sharing that she would’ve invested in more of them if she could have.
On Zoë Kravitz:
On Zoë Kravitz: The Row top, skirt, bag, and shoes; Jessica McCormack jewelry
Issey Miyake’s plissé pieces have made Kravitz’s geometric skirt style one of fashion’s most revered and sought-after, so it’s no surprise that other brands are using the pleating technique to much success. Scroll down to shop the anti-trend skirts that will always win you compliments from the style set.
Shop plissé skirts:
Pleats Please Issey Miyake
Basics Midi Skirt
This skirt is the best introductory piece if you want to start building a Pleats Please collection.
ISSEY MIYAKE
Wrapped Pleats Skirt
This skirt also comes in navy but it’s selling out in record time.
J.Crew
Crinkled Drawstring Midi Skirt
I personally love this crinkled alternative to traditional plissé.
Issey Miyake
Hatching Pleated Skirt
A timeless choice that you’ll wear again and again for years to come.
Topshop
Plissé Midi Skirt
Issey Miyake
Spongy Bk 46 Body-Con Midi Skirt
This spongy design is next-level cool.
A winning choice at an even more impressive price.
This skirt is the perfect choice for those days when you can’t decide what to wear to the office.
Pleats Please Issey Miyake
New Colorful Basics 3 Pleated Midi Skirt
This color-way is at the top of my wishlist.
Snag one of these while it’s seriously discounted.
COS
Paneled Pleated Column Maxi Skirt