Summer is here and it’s time for a style update! Today I’m going to introduce tips on how to wear the pleated skirt—definitely the “it” skirt of the season.

Pleated skirts are back with a vengeance. Classic, elegant, and feminine to the max, pleated skirts are officially the new summer style for skirts. The Spring/Summer 2016 runways were filled with wearable iterations of THE skirt of the season, giving us the perfect excuse to rock the trend.

Play with color and prints
Pleated skirts are getting a seriously stylish update for summer. Pleats in various colors, designs, and textures have been popping up everywhere—and there is a little
something for every taste. Switch out your everyday black pencil skirt for a lovely pleated skirt in bold colors—everything from zesty orange, hot pink, bright coral to neon yellow, electric blue, ruby red, and so much more—and instantly give yourself a style boost. If you are color shy but don’t want to be left out of the trend, rest assured, since pleated skirts in subdued colors such as creams and ballerina pinks are also
extremely popular at the moment. In addition, pleated skirts featuring eye-catching prints—everything from big flirty florals and geometric patterns to wild tropical prints are also hot this season. Pick up a printed pleated skirt now and give your style a much-needed edge!

Team up with simple tops
Tops as plain as a black sleeveless shirt, a loose white T-shirt, a flowy collared but-tondown and more are the perfect complement to a classic pleated skirt. For the office, ditch your regular black skirt and opt for a cream-colored pleated skirt. Wear it teamed up with a solid-colored loose knit top and put together a little-bit-less
conventional office look. One great thing about the pleated skirts is that they are quite versatile—both daytime appropriate and night time sexy. For a night out on the town, wear a printed pleated skirt paired with something as simple as a black, fitted
sleeveless top and a pair of wedges—and you have a chic outfit. When styling pleats, don’t forget to wear the top tucked in to create a sculptural silhouette.

Pair the right shoes
Mixing and matching formal with casual is a chic way to punch up your look. For a casual take on the trend, focus on the shoes and opt for a pair of sneakers. For casual outings, go for the pleated skirt and simple tee combo teamed up with a pair of
simple running shoes. Pleats will also work with just about any shoe you already own. Everything from ballerina flats to heeled boots and edgy sandals can all do the trick.

Add pleats to your wardrobe now and stay stylish!