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Knife Pleat Skirts

Emporio Armani Midnight-Blue Wool-Blend Knife-Pleat Midi Skirt
Emporio Armani Midnight-Blue Wool-Blend Knife-Pleat Midi Skirt

Emporio Armani Midnight-Blue Wool-Blend Knife-Pleat Midi Skirt

By EMPORIO ARMANI EA7

Located in Milano, IT

Emporio Armani transforms the classic pleated skirt into a modern minimalist piece. Four razor-sharp knife pleats are hidden behind smooth panels, so the skirt appears perfectly slee...

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Early 2000s Italian Pleated Skirts

Emporio Armani Black Wool-Blend Midi Skirt with Knife-Pleat
Emporio Armani Black Wool-Blend Midi Skirt with Knife-Pleat

Emporio Armani Black Wool-Blend Midi Skirt with Knife-Pleat

By EMPORIO ARMANI EA7

Located in Milano, IT

Armani hides four razor-sharp knife pleats behind smooth panels, so the skirt looks perfectly minimal when you stand still, then fans open only in movement for a sudden flare.

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Early 2000s Italian Pleated Skirts

Chanel Navy Silk Crepe Skirt Suit
Chanel Navy Silk Crepe Skirt Suit

Chanel Navy Silk Crepe Skirt Suit

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Classic and Elegant Chanel Navy Silk Crepe Skirt Suit with knife pleated skirt from the early 1980's.

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1980s French Skirt Suits

Burberry/s 1980s Black Fine Wool Stitch Down Pleated Skirt 40
Burberry/s 1980s Black Fine Wool Stitch Down Pleated Skirt 40

Burberry/s 1980s Black Fine Wool Stitch Down Pleated Skirt 40

By Burberry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Burberry's 1980s black fine wool, stitch down pleated skirt marked size 40. Classic style skirt in black, with a band waist, stitch down to the hip (approximately) with open knife p...

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1980s Italian Pleated Skirts

Geoffrey Beene Openwork Blouse and Pleated Skirt
Geoffrey Beene Openwork Blouse and Pleated Skirt

Geoffrey Beene Openwork Blouse and Pleated Skirt

By Beene Bazaar, Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Simple tailored shirt with oversized collar and super full knife pleated skirt. Great worn as separates also. 1970's USA.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Saint Laurent red polkadot blouse and skirt ensemble
Vintage Saint Laurent red polkadot blouse and skirt ensemble

Vintage Saint Laurent red polkadot blouse and skirt ensemble

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Early 80s Yves Saint Laurent red, white and black polkadot silk twill blouse with puffy sleeves. slip on blouse ( no zipper) knife pleats skirt with pockets. Blouse fit size 2/4/6 Sm...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Unique Paule Nelson Crochet and Silk Chiffon Pleated Gown, Italy.
Unique Paule Nelson Crochet and Silk Chiffon Pleated Gown, Italy.

Unique Paule Nelson Crochet and Silk Chiffon Pleated Gown, Italy.

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dramatic Paule Nelson Crochet and Silk Chiffon Pleated Gown, Italy. Black silk chiffon fully knife pleated skirt and sleeves are attached to hand crochet striped tunic in ...

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1970s Italian Evening Gowns

Chanel Black Silk Dress with Quilted Bodice
Chanel Black Silk Dress with Quilted Bodice

Chanel Black Silk Dress with Quilted Bodice

By Chanel

Located in Oakland, CA

Dropped waist with a-line knife pleated skirt. Chanel button on hip. Back zipper.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

NWT Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Micro Pleated Red Dress with Sexy Cut Outs
NWT Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Micro Pleated Red Dress with Sexy Cut Outs

NWT Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Micro Pleated Red Dress with Sexy Cut Outs

By Givenchy, Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

High style halter evening dress offers knife pleated skirt with tiny narrow pleated halter bodice and fitted waistline.

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2010s Evening Dresses

Emma Domb 1970s Gold Metallic Jersey Grecian Style Sequined Vintage 70s Gown
Emma Domb 1970s Gold Metallic Jersey Grecian Style Sequined Vintage 70s Gown

Emma Domb 1970s Gold Metallic Jersey Grecian Style Sequined Vintage 70s Gown

By Emma Domb

Located in San Diego, CA

Features a tailored bodice with sequin encrusted braided details around the neck and at waist. Full knife pleated skirt. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure.

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1970s American Evening Gowns

VERSACE 2020 Runway Barocco Acanthus Pop Medusa pleated midi skirt IT38 XS
VERSACE 2020 Runway Barocco Acanthus Pop Medusa pleated midi skirt IT38 XS

VERSACE 2020 Runway Barocco Acanthus Pop Medusa pleated midi skirt IT38 XS

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Gold-tone Medusa button at waist. Side zip closure. Knife pleated midi skirt. Estimated Retail Price: USD 1535 Made in: Italy CONDITION: Condition: Unworn in mint condition, with ta...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2019 Exquisite Runway Blush Pink Lace Dress FR 38
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2019 Exquisite Runway Blush Pink Lace Dress FR 38

CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2019 Exquisite Runway Blush Pink Lace Dress FR 38

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

• Blush pink floral lace overlay • Deep V-neck with crossover straps at the back • Wrap-effect silhouette with grosgrain belt and hidden snap closure • Knife-pleated skirt with sof...

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2010s French Day Dresses

2001 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture by Oscar de la Renta Pleated Runway Skirt Suit
2001 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture by Oscar de la Renta Pleated Runway Skirt Suit

2001 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture by Oscar de la Renta Pleated Runway Skirt Suit

By Oscar De La Renta, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture

Located in Kingston, NY

The matching skirt carries the line, falling smooth over the hip before breaking into pressed box pleats.

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Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s
Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

An accompanying belt of the same fabric may be worn cinched at the waist for extra definition, giving this dress a more formal feel. The double layer, knife-pleated skirt creates ...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Carlye Cream Cotton Knife Pleat Dress
1950s Carlye Cream Cotton Knife Pleat Dress

1950s Carlye Cream Cotton Knife Pleat Dress

By Carlye

Located in London, GB

The dress has an interesting and continuous arrangement of knife pleats both on the bodice and the skirt. The knife pleats on the bodice are formed on an additional panel which you c...

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1950s American Casual Dresses

NORELL BLUE SEQUINED TOP AND CHIFFON SKIRT
NORELL BLUE SEQUINED TOP AND CHIFFON SKIRT

NORELL BLUE SEQUINED TOP AND CHIFFON SKIRT

By Norman Norell

Located in Alford, MA

A knife-pleated, matching chiffon skirt with side zipper moves gracefully underneath.

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT
HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT

HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT

By Herve Léger, Max Azria

Located in Thiensville, WI

Thin bandage strip detail throughout that curves over bust, hips, and side at front and back. Drop waist. Knife pleated mesh skirt with bandage strips overlaid throughout.

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sequin Tulle Top & Flocked Skirt Set, FW 2005
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sequin Tulle Top & Flocked Skirt Set, FW 2005

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sequin Tulle Top & Flocked Skirt Set, FW 2005

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

The camisole is nude stretch tulle with twin lingerie straps, straight neckline finished with a narrow tulle frill, a horizontally shirred bust panel, and radiating rows of stitched ...

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Early 2000s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress
Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress

Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dress fashioned of black silk with a crew neckline and delicately designed long sleeves, and back zipper closure. Skirt is fashioned with full knife pleated silk skirt.

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2010s Evening Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Spring 2011 Runway Size 8 Silk Watercolor Peony Floral Dress
Oscar de la Renta Spring 2011 Runway Size 8 Silk Watercolor Peony Floral Dress

Oscar de la Renta Spring 2011 Runway Size 8 Silk Watercolor Peony Floral Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

The elegant silhouette is defined by meticulously constructed vertical knife pleats throughout the bodice and skirt, adding beautiful dimension and graceful movement with every step.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's
Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

By Norma Walters

Located in Atlanta, GA

This two piece silk dress includes a pullover top with built-in knit camisole and ribbed glitter waist band paired with a midi length flared skirt with knife pleats at the back. The...

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

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Albert Nipon Silk Printed Skirt / Albert Nipon Silk Printed Scarf
Albert Nipon Silk Printed Skirt / Albert Nipon Silk Printed Scarf

Albert Nipon Silk Printed Skirt / Albert Nipon Silk Printed Scarf

By Albert Nipon

Located in Xiamen, Fujian

Knee-length knife-pleated skirt in a multi-coloured modernist-motif print with bold red edges.

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Pleated Skirts

Oscar de la Renta Taupe Textured Knife Pleated Sheath Dress
Oscar de la Renta Taupe Textured Knife Pleated Sheath Dress

Oscar de la Renta Taupe Textured Knife Pleated Sheath Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Henrico, VA

Made with a blend of silk, cotton, and elastic it is an easy low maintenance party dress. Knife pleated skirt. Empire waist for slimming affect.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sheath Dresses

Moschino Floral Knife Pleat Maxi Long Skirt
Moschino Floral Knife Pleat Maxi Long Skirt

Moschino Floral Knife Pleat Maxi Long Skirt

By Moschino, Moschino Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino floral knife pleat maxi long skirt This Moschino Couture vintage crepe Floral roses skirt is simply a wonder.

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Early 2000s Italian Skirts

1960s Jaques Heim Pleat Strip Skirt “car wash” Dress
1960s Jaques Heim Pleat Strip Skirt “car wash” Dress

1960s Jaques Heim Pleat Strip Skirt “car wash” Dress

By Jaques Heim

Located in Houston, TX

The sleeveless dress features a bateau neck with a triangular plunge back. The pencil skirt of the dress is layered below strips of fabric, bringing to mind a cleanly deconstructed k...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1960's Krist Abstract Floral Maxi Dress
1960's Krist Abstract Floral Maxi Dress

1960's Krist Abstract Floral Maxi Dress

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Dress features a loose band collar, 3/4 dolman sleeve with slit, knife pleat skirt and center back centered zipper with two hook and eye closure.

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1960s Maxi Dresses

1960's NORMAN NORELL 2pc. Silk knife-pleat dress set
1960's NORMAN NORELL 2pc. Silk knife-pleat dress set

1960's NORMAN NORELL 2pc. Silk knife-pleat dress set

By Norman Norell

Located in Newport Beach, CA

The bottom layer, under dress features knife-pleated skirt with lighter-weight silk top.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Leo Narducci Multicolor Ebru Marbling Print Dress, 1960s
Leo Narducci Multicolor Ebru Marbling Print Dress, 1960s

Leo Narducci Multicolor Ebru Marbling Print Dress, 1960s

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Leo Narducci Multicolor Ebru Marbling Print Dress, 1960s

By Leo Narducci

Located in Houston, TX

Reminiscent of Mary Quant, this thigh-length dress has an empire waist with knife-pleat skirt and sheer voluminous bishop sleeves.

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Algo Multi Colored Cotton Maxi Skirt
Algo Multi Colored Cotton Maxi Skirt

Algo Multi Colored Cotton Maxi Skirt

Located in Henrico, VA

It is a maxi skirt and has knife pleats all around the skirt of the dress.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss A-Line Skirts

1970s Galanos Venetian Print Silk Skirt Suit
1970s Galanos Venetian Print Silk Skirt Suit

1970s Galanos Venetian Print Silk Skirt Suit

By Galanos

Located in Houston, TX

The silk ensemble is composed of an A - line skirt with knife pleats on the front, a barely - cap sleeve blouse with a square neckline, and a hip - length jacket with voluminous cuff...

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1970s American Skirt Suits

Algo Ivory with Black Geometric Print Silk Skirt
Algo Ivory with Black Geometric Print Silk Skirt

Algo Ivory with Black Geometric Print Silk Skirt

Located in Henrico, VA

The skirt has knife pleated detailing and both pieces are fully lined.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Skirt Suits

Louis Feraud 3Pc Suit Silk Black Green & Pink Dot 2pc Dress & Mint Green Jacket
Louis Feraud 3Pc Suit Silk Black Green & Pink Dot 2pc Dress & Mint Green Jacket

Louis Feraud 3Pc Suit Silk Black Green & Pink Dot 2pc Dress & Mint Green Jacket

By Louis Feraud

Located in Portland, OR

This pretty ensemble includes a 2 piece dress in a black silk with large green and pink circle dots.The tank style top has a classic scoop neck style with thick straps and the knife ...

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1980s German Dress and Coat Ensembles

1980s Nipon Red Printed Dress With Impressionist Pattern
1980s Nipon Red Printed Dress With Impressionist Pattern

1980s Nipon Red Printed Dress With Impressionist Pattern

By Albert Nipon, I. Magnin

Located in San Francisco, CA

1980s Nipon Red Printed Dress With Impressionist Pattern, modified boat neckline, black border on sleeves, neck and hem. Matching sash, knife pleats on skirt and zipper/button closur...

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1980s Day Dresses

Vintage Diane Freis Beaded Multi Print Colorful Bold 2 Pc Chiffon Dress
Vintage Diane Freis Beaded Multi Print Colorful Bold 2 Pc Chiffon Dress

Vintage Diane Freis Beaded Multi Print Colorful Bold 2 Pc Chiffon Dress

By Diane Freis

Located in Portland, OR

The top is lined with sheer fabric and closes with 3 gold buttons and a snap. The skirt is knife pleated with a Diane Freis signature multi row elastic waistband, to accommodate a ra...

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1980s Hong Kong Day Dresses

Lela Rose Yellow and Coral Ombre Wool Babydoll Dress
Lela Rose Yellow and Coral Ombre Wool Babydoll Dress

Lela Rose Yellow and Coral Ombre Wool Babydoll Dress

By Lela Rose

Located in Henrico, VA

The back is a zipped back, while the skirt has knife pleats and the neckline is a deep-v.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Babydoll Day Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Brown and White Check Dress New With Original Tags
Oscar de la Renta Brown and White Check Dress New With Original Tags

Oscar de la Renta Brown and White Check Dress New With Original Tags

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Portland, OR

The cuffs of the sleeves have the same pearl buttons as the center opening and the hem of the skirt has knife pleats all the way around. Made in USA and has union made labels.

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1980s American Informal Dresses

Missoni wool knit knife pleated skirt
Missoni wool knit knife pleated skirt

Missoni wool knit knife pleated skirt

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Missoni wool knit knife pleated skirt in chevron stripes of brown, black, dark & light gray and cream...Unlined skirt has a cased elastic pull on waist...Fits a Medium-Large...Unworn...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Skirts

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS
VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Knife pleated skirt. lace trimming at hem. Made in: Italy CONDITION: Condition: Excellent, this item was pre-owned and is in excellent condition.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS
VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

By Valentino

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Knife pleated skirt. lace trimming at hem. Made in: Italy CONDITION: Condition: Excellent, this item was pre-owned and is in excellent condition.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS
VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

VALENTINO red floral lace knife pleat skirt cocktail dress IT38 XS

By Valentino

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Knife pleated skirt. lace trimming at hem. Made in: Italy CONDITION: Condition: Excellent, this item was pre-owned and is in excellent condition.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Gaultier Pleated Skirt
Gaultier Pleated Skirt

Gaultier Pleated Skirt

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Alford, MA

Jean Paul Gaultier knife-pleated skirt in blocks of varied colors, patterns and fabrics (wool, nylon, cotton), a play on combinations for which the designer is well known.

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Late 20th Century Italian Pleated Skirts

Gucci Navy Blue and Cream Silk Knife Pleat Skirt Set, 1970s
Gucci Navy Blue and Cream Silk Knife Pleat Skirt Set, 1970s

Gucci Navy Blue and Cream Silk Knife Pleat Skirt Set, 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This late 1970s Gucci set features a navy blue and cream silk chiffon design with elegant knife pleats that conceal the cream underlayer, adding dynamic texture and flow.

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20th Century Twin Sets

Valentino double tier knife pleated  mini skirt
Valentino double tier knife pleated  mini skirt

Valentino double tier knife pleated mini skirt

By Valentino

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Black taffeta double tiered knife pleated mini skirt...Marked size 12 Italy...All our clothing is dry cleaned and inspected for condition and is ready to wear...Any condition issues ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Pleated Skirts

Vintage  80s CHANEL black silk pleat skirt
Vintage  80s CHANEL black silk pleat skirt

Vintage 80s CHANEL black silk pleat skirt

By Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless vintage Chanel black silk charmeuse knife pleats midi skirt. size: 2/ XS or Small Waist: 24"/ hip: 34" / Length: 38"

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1980s French Pleated Skirts

Oscar de la Renta Pleated Pink Candy Stripe Skirt + Wrap 2 Piece Set
Oscar de la Renta Pleated Pink Candy Stripe Skirt + Wrap 2 Piece Set

Oscar de la Renta Pleated Pink Candy Stripe Skirt + Wrap 2 Piece Set

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Sparks, NV

Brightly colored hot pink and white striped pleated skirt and wrap by Oscar de la Renta. The skirt features knife pleating and a full sweep.

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Late 20th Century American Pleated Skirts

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Knife Pleat Skirts For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of knife pleat skirts for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for black knife pleat skirts and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown, beige and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding appealing knife pleat skirts such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Dior, Chanel and EMPORIO ARMANI EA7 each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much are Knife Pleat Skirts?

Prices for knife pleat skirts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $155 and can go as high as $9,330, while these items, on average, fetch $750.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

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Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

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