carla rey
VFG Member
Classically sophisticated, pleats vary from the simplest pleated schoolgirl skirt to elaborate sculptured and draped gowns. Defined as “a fold of definite, even width made by doubling cloth or the like upon itself and pressing or stitching it in place,” perhaps along the way, pleated clothing was inspired by Japanese origami art. As in origami, each fold creates a dramatically different result whether they be folded, gathered, crimped or creased.
Seen on the runways for Spring 2017, pleats have been proclaimed by many a style reporter to be back in the fashion fold. This season, Iris Van Herpin , Jill Sander, and Loewe (to name a few of the current collections), were inspired by the designs of the great manipulators of fabric from decades past: Fortuny, Mc Fadden, Miyake, and Mme Gres. This spring we see pleats of all kinds: box pleats, accordion pleats, crystal pleats, bias pleats, godets, inverted, and knife pleats. Don't forget the accessories -- pleated details on hats and gloves too!
Photo credits: Top from left to right: Vintage Miyake, Iris Van Herpin, Fortuny/Middle: Jill Sander/Bottom: Mme Gres, Dior, Loewe
Seen on the runways for Spring 2017, pleats have been proclaimed by many a style reporter to be back in the fashion fold. This season, Iris Van Herpin , Jill Sander, and Loewe (to name a few of the current collections), were inspired by the designs of the great manipulators of fabric from decades past: Fortuny, Mc Fadden, Miyake, and Mme Gres. This spring we see pleats of all kinds: box pleats, accordion pleats, crystal pleats, bias pleats, godets, inverted, and knife pleats. Don't forget the accessories -- pleated details on hats and gloves too!
Photo credits: Top from left to right: Vintage Miyake, Iris Van Herpin, Fortuny/Middle: Jill Sander/Bottom: Mme Gres, Dior, Loewe
