Autumn Trend – Plise and Pleats
When you take a look at the key Autumn trends for 2016, pleats and plise seem to just jump out at you – they are everywhere! From fluid style 70s metallics and crinkling, to more elegant chiffon styles that could also work for day wear, the two ‘p’s are something well worth adding to your wardrobe.
The pleated skirts are just divine. They made a return a few years ago when both Alexa Chung and Olivia Palermo were spotted wearing them, and a particular design by Whistles became the ultimate in cult buys. Since then they have been a steady part of each season’s looks, varying in length and fabric, but there, in some shape or form all the same. My own wardrobe is just full of them, and, as they were a mainstay during the 1970s, I often look for vintage versions in charity shops – my most recent was a M&S St Michael label that cost a grand total of 50p. But for those who don’t like the idea of someone wearing their clothes before they do, I would suggest a trip to Topshop – they currently have a brilliant range in super juicy colours and metallic options.
Plise is another throwback to the 1970s, this time to the disco era of Studio 54, Bianca Jagger and Jerry Hall. I also think this slinky, tiny pleated fabric is the nearest us mortals will get to a Fortuny pleat, and it is an ultra glamorous look that really lends itself well to evening wear, hence making it perfect for Christmas party season. New Look, Topshop and Miss Selfridge all have some great plise pieces this season, making it very easy to do modern vintage styling.
Here are my key picks, along with some inspiration from the celebs.
Celebrity Inspiration
Get the look
Animal Pleat Midi Dress £85.00 Click to visit Topshop
Was £35.00 Now £20.00 Click to visit Dorothy Perkins
Was £24.00 Was £15.00 Now £13.50 Click to visit Dorothy Perkins
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23 Comments
francesca
Ooo I’ve always loved pleats!! They remind me on a lost era and I’m so into all my vintage stuff! Loving the skirts and dresses you’ve attached here I really want some!!!
Stella
Lovely skirts here. I am so into the pleated skirts at the moment.
LaaLaa
I really don’t mind the pleated skirts, I’m loving the one Selena has on. I’ve still got a 70s bandeau crinkled jumpsuit – always hang on to clothes lol.
Naomi
Love the pleated skirts, so pretty and feminine, a great look for the colder months.
Ashleigh-Jayne O'Connell
Oooh, I do love pleats! I bought a beautiful tulle pleated skirt from Oasis the other day and it’s my new favourite thing!
Mellissa Williams
Pleats really are making a comeback aren’t they? Some fab items available right now!
Savi
Love your selection – pleats are EVERYWHERE right now 🙂
Rosie Corriette
I’m absolutely loving pleats this season, I’m determined to give the trend a try – I like the idea of the pleated trousers and dressing them down with pumps and an embellished denim shirt.
Charli Bruce
I love the leopard printed dress, I feel like I need it in my life! xx
Christine Dodd
I remember wearing pleats like this in the eighties – I loved them and think I may be investing again any time soon!
Rachel
I do love the pleated skirts I just feel too short to wear them a they come right past my knees to the middle of my calves x
Our Little Organic Life
I love pleated skirts and used to wear them a lot but now I feel like I might like a bit like an 80’s librarian if I wore one!
Our Little Organic Life
I love pleated skirts and used to wear them a lot but now I feel like I might look a bit like an 80’s librarian if I wore one!
Joanna
Lovely skirts and dresses I do like the look of pleats but not sure they would suit me.
Rhian Westbury
I absolutely love pleated skirts but I don’t think they suit me x
Annie B
Pleats were all over AW15 and it seems they are back! Noticed a few options in SS16, but metallic pleats are very on trend.
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy
I love the pleat look, but I am not sure I can pull it off during pregnancy.
Liz Mays
This is such a cool style. I love pleats on skirts and dresses with darker colors.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN
Provided pleats are styled correctly they can look great.
Baby Isabella
My mummy loves midi pleated skirts and the metallics are gorgeous! I just don’t think she’s got the figure to wear them xx
Hannah
I love this style, espically on Kate. She always looks perfect x
Melissa major
I’m loving Autumn so far! I really like pleated skirts
Jessica
Gorgeous inspirations! Love the Colour Block Pleat Skirt most!