5 stylish ways to wear a plus size pleated skirt as a plus size girl

Last updated on April 30th, 2021 at 10:33 pm

Pleated skirts are essential garments for stylish outfits.  It is a hot item right now and you can wear it at work, at parties, and on a first romantic date. If you think that it adds extra volume to the lower body, you are wrong. There are many ways that you can wear the plus size pleated skirt and it looks great on every woman. Create many different outfits, according to your personality and sense of style.

What is a pleated skirt?

A pleated skirt is a skirt with vertical folds or pleats that create fullness. They are a popular garment for school uniforms, work clothes, and 1950s themed outfits because they’re conservatively styled and highly versatile.

Recently pleated skirts are back to fashion. Designers like Alexander Wang, J.W Anderson and Gareth Pugh are seeing pleated skirts as an essential piece from their latest collections.

A pleated skirt is a classic item that every woman should have in her closet because it’s flattering on all figures and shapes. The beauty of this style is that you can find pleats in many sizes and patterns. so that you can be fashionable and comfortable at the same time.

Pleated skirts never really go out of style so you can actually use a skirt from the 2000s as you would a pleated skirt from recent collections.

Pleated skirts can be made of cotton twill, polyester/cotton blends, wool blend fabrics such as mohair.

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Let’s get started with basic outfits, where a pleated skirt becomes part of an all-day outfit. A black A-line skirt with pleats flatters your curves and it just needs a black leather belt, a burgundy cropped top, and classic black heels. Complete it with a leather jacket or a long gray cardigan.

How to wear a pleated skirt for plus size women

When you choose to wear a pleated skirt always remember to define your waistline. It’s the key styling tip to look stylish and put together. Since the skirt is very full if you don’t define your waistline you will look frumpy, big and short.

  • It’s common to pair a pleated skirt with a blouse, dress shirt, or sweater.
  • It’s also possible to go for something more casual like an oversize tee-shirt and sneakers.
  • Wear it with your tights or stockings, loafers, and pumps for an office or school outfit.
  • For evening time choose leather boots and heels if feeling brave!
  • If you want to be daring, just wear your pleated skirt with a fitted top, leggings, and boots!

When you wear your pleated skirt with a blouse or dress shirt, be sure to wear a fitted top underneath for a smoother appearance. Also, make an effort to find the right skirt length for your height. For example, if you’re tall then keep it about knee-length or shorter (or floor-length) so that it doesn’t look too long with your blouse/shirt on top of it. If you want to go casual, wear something oversize like a tee-shirt or sweater, leggings and sneakers. If you want to be daring then wear a fitted crop top with your pleated skirt.

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A leather pleated skirt is one of the most sexy and stylish garments. You can wear it with a classic white shirt and heels or mix and match with a white rock tshirt, sneakers and a leather jacket. Red lipstick and a fedora hat are the final touches for an amazing look like Tanesha from GirlWithCurves in the image above.

 

Do pleats add weight?

In other words, do pleats make you look bigger? To answer that question, yes the pleats add visual volume and make you look bigger. But the trick here is to find the right skirt for your body. The ideal skirt for you will make you look very stylish, even with the extra volume. The best skirt is one that is long enough to cover your tummy so you don’t have any awkward waistband lines.

If the pleats are too loose on top of your body then they will only add volume and make it look like you’re wearing a skirt from ten years ago! Keep in mind this effect can vary depending on what type of material the skirt is made out of, whether it is cotton or polyester.

If you have a pear-shaped body then pleats may actually work for your shape, add some volume to the hips and balance out your proportions. If you’re hourglass-shaped they won’t do anything for your waistline because it’s already small enough!

A good option to create definition is to tuck in tops into skirts – this works especially well for plus-size women and women with rounder bodies since it will help to create a waistline.

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A Christmas party needs a glamorous garment. Make it work with a metallic pleated skirt in dark blue. A black chiffon top with blue collar is a sophisticated choice for parties and it makes you look like a fashionista. Complete the stunning look with sequin heels and a clutch bag.

How to dress up a basic white shirt with a plus size pleated skirt

You can wear a pleated skirt with a basic white shirt for a stylish office look. Simply choose a shirt that has a fitted cut, and pair it with a pleated skirt in black color. Finish the look with a pair of black pumps and a large handbag.

During winter you can wear a coat over this outfit for warmth. Make sure the length of the coat is either short and stops at the waist or long enough to cover the skirt.

The pleated skirt can also be worn with a blazer for an office meeting. You may choose to wear a shirt in cream or white color under the blazer, as well as some nice black pumps and accessories like earrings and necklaces of your choice.

During spring and summer, you can wear the pleated skirt with a textured white blouse for an effortless work outfit. Choose to wear this outfit without any accessories or shoes that are too dressy because it is more appropriate for casual office settings.

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Rochelle from beauticurve shows that a brown pleated skirt in medium length is a key item because of its color and style. It is also perfect for Christmas parties. If you are a plus size girl, combine it with a leather peplum top and white pointy heels. Make it more festive with a black sequin blazer or cardigan.

The best shoes for wearing with a pleated skirt

The best type of shoes to wear with a pleated skirt are pumps, loafers or sandals. Avoid wearing ankle boots with pleated skirts because the skirt will not be long enough to cover your feet and ankles. Some people may also suggest that you wear shoes made of leather as they are more formal than those made from other materials like canvas for example.

For a more casual look choose shoes like loafers, flats, or sneakers. They are very comfortable and much easier to walk in than high-heels. They are the best option for and all-day casual outfit for plus-size women.

If you are going for a more formal look, then wear pumps or high-heeled boots with the pleated skirt. High-heeled boots have been used by many women and girls as they tend to be very trendy and much more comfortable when wearing them all day long at work.

Shoes that will make your legs look longer and slimmer, and also work well with this style. Those are the best ones to wear with a pleated skirt.

The 5 styles of shoes that make your legs look longer are:

  1. nude high heeled shoes, especially pumps that match your skin color,
  2. pointy toe shoes like boots, ballet flats, and pumps,
  3. shoes with low-cut vamps. The lower the cut, the longer your foot looks.
  4. flatforms,
  5. high heeled sandals

 

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A very smart garment for all body types. A black plus size pleated skirt with suspenders for a super stylish look. Combine it with a burgundy top and black booties. A plaid blazer makes it even more fashionable.

In conclusion, when you are a plus size ie woman or girl, you have to keep in mind that what will work for one plus size women may not be the best option for others. Buy clothes that fit your body type well and are flattering to your form. Wear a pleated skirt with shoes of different heights pointy toe shoes like boots, ballet flats, and pumps, and always make sure to add definition to your waist either by tucking the top in the skirt or with a belt.

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