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swishy, preppy, and feminine, pleats are making a dent on this year’s style—and are going way

beyond school girl uniforms

A hundredfold

by Francesca de la cruzPhotograPhs: Jo ann Bitagcol

styling: luis espiritu Jr. associate stylist: Bang Martinez

hairstyle and makeuP: BaBa parMamodel: tanya Hyde (im agency)

shot on location at be grand resort, Panglao, bohol. for inquiries and reservations, visit beresorts.com/

resorts/bohol/, call tel. no. (032) 236-8888 or e-mail bohol@beresorts.com.

Asymmetric sleeve dress with pleated and

embroidered ‘piña’ tiers, Pablo Cabahug; brass

cuff, Mia Arcenas

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At Arm’s length

Pleated details attract the eye, and are best

paired with a sleek silhouette and solid

color palette

Maxi dress with sheer waist details, slit, and pleated

sleeves, Mia Arcenas

Pretty PleAts

For a fun spin on the classic shift dress,

pleated details add movement and grace.

Layers add volume, so pick a cut that

flatters your figure and height

Shift dress with pleated layers, Tango; brass

necklace with semi-precious stones, Mia Arcenas

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one steP At A timeFolded fabrics are welcome in the boardroom. Style the classic pleated skirt with something neat and fuss-free, like a plain button-down or a dressy lace top in a neutral or matching color

Embroidered lace top and pleated midi skirt, both Tango; ‘sipa’-inspired leather bag, Fino Leatherware

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gone with the windLight fabrics catch the wind and move fluidly as you walk—the perfect resort ensemble and cover-up

Cropped kimono top, sheer palazzo pants, and wrap-around cuff, all Mia Arcenas

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Between the lines

Hem length is key to choosing the perfect

pleated skirt. You can get away with shorter cuts if you have long legs, but that doesn’t

mean you have to pass on the look if

you don’t. Don a piece that hovers over or

under the knee and pair with an oversized

top for an updated look

Printed asymmetric top, Mia Arcenas; pleated circle skirt;

Harlan + Holden

sky’s the limit

Don’t just wear the trend in

separates. Full-on metallic pieces make for luxe

options to sport at night

Pleated metallic mini dress, Tango

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light As AirAccordion pleats expand with movement and are better on silk or chiffon. Head-to-toe pleats can be tricky, so make sure

to show a hint of skin or cinch the waist

Strapless ‘piña’ top and wide-leg pants with pleated details, both Pablo Cabahug; leather

clutch bag with ‘puso’-inspired closure, Fino Leatherware;

brass cuff, Mia Arcenas