I Used to Dislike This Skirt Trend, But Lucy Boynton's Adorable Outfit Changed My Mind.
If you ask anyone I grew up with, they'll likely say it's not surprising that I ended up in the fashion industry. For almost ten years, I wore a plaid green kilt as my uniform, and when I transitioned to a co-ed high school, I adopted a more casual dress code featuring khaki pants and blazers. I often rebelled against this uniformity. Whether it was bending the rules with opaque tights under too-short skirts or changing my hairstyle to hot pink like Avril Lavigne, I clearly wasn't a fan of uniform dressing.
So, imagine my surprise when the incredibly stylish Lucy Boynton appeared at the London photo call for A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, dressed head to toe in Celine, reminiscent of my yearbook days—but far more glamorous than the typical '00s teen. If you switch her vest for a navy blue blazer, it closely resembles the outfit still tucked away in my hometown closet, complete with Mary Janes.
On Lucy Boynton: Celine shirt, vest, skirt, and shoes.
Don’t get me wrong; I’m not about to dig out my old polyester plaid kilts, but Boynton’s outfit has me reconsidering my opinion on pleated skirts. I’m not completely sold on the knee-length requirement (being short makes it challenging!), yet I've found several options that fit the bill.
Continue scrolling to shop for various knee-length pleated skirts to embrace that prep school vibe, leaving the backpack behind for a stylish new (Celine?) bag. We're confident you'll excel in this look.
Shop Pleated Skirts:
Reformation
Alyssa Low Waist Skirt
Imagine if your high school uniform was completely Reformation!
J.Crew
Pleated Wool-Blend Skirt
Honestly, I wore a lot of J.Crew in high school—and still do!
Sandy Liang
Lilo Pleated A-Line Skirt
Don't overlook the adorable bows on the back.
J.Crew
Pleated Knee-Length Skirt in Leopard-Print Viscose Chiffon
This bold pattern is worth breaking the uniform rules for.
Les Tien
Paulina Box Pleat Tennis Skirt
You can bend the knee-length rules by pairing this lovely pleated piece with tights.
Mistress Rocks
Pleated Wrap Front Midi Skirt
Unique closures add some flair to this sophisticated skirt.
EDIKTED
Ethel Low Rise Pleated A-Line Skirt
The low-rise waist and slit give this pleated A-line skirt a fun twist, moving away from preppy.
Burberry
Pleated Silk Skirt
Burberry perfectly captures the classic skirt trend—in luxurious silk!
Thom Browne
Drop Back Pleated Skirt
Seeking modern, designer-inspired prep? Thom Browne is your go-to.
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I Used to Dislike This Skirt Trend, But Lucy Boynton's Adorable Outfit Changed My Mind.
Count me as surprised.