5 Ways to Style a Pleated Skirt for Alt Fashion
If there's one piece every alt wardrobe needs, it's a pleated skirt. It's versatile, flattering and works across dozens of subcultures. Here are five ways to style one, so a single skirt can carry your whole rotation. 🎀
1. Jirai Kei
Go for a pink or black plaid pleated skirt with a corset top, lace garter, thigh-highs and platform loafers. Add a bow choker to finish. Start with our skirts collection.
2. Gothic Lolita
Choose a lace-trimmed pleated skirt and pair it with a ruffle blouse, knee-high socks and Mary-Jane shoes. Keep the palette black and white for that doll-like elegance. See our tops.
3. E-Girl
Layer a plaid pleated skirt over fishnet tights, add a cropped graphic tee, a chain belt and chunky boots. Stack a few rings and you're set. Check out bracelets and rings and shoes and boots.
4. Grunge
Pick a darker or asymmetric pleated skirtthrow on a band tee, ripped arm warmers and scuffed platform boots. Keep it undone and a little messy, that's the point. Browse arm warmers.
5. Kawaii
Keep it sweet with a pastel pleated skirta soft knit top, fluffy leg warmers and bow hair clips. Add a plush keychain to your bag for extra cuteness. Visit hair accessories and keychains and charms.
One Skirt, Endless Looks
The magic of the pleated skirt is how far it stretches across styles. Build your collection at AltBrat and remix it however you like, there are no rules, only your vibe. 💕
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