Twik
Check Pleated Miniskirt
CA$39.00CAD
In Stock
This Check Pleated Miniskirt is a short A-line skirt featuring an all-over plaid check pattern in tan, black, and off-white. It is crafted from a fine, light crepe weave with a fitted high waistband, knife pleats, a hidden side zip closure, and an integrated shorts lining for coverage. The skirt measures 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) in length and is exclusively available in Canada at Twik.
- Material
- Crepe weave
- Gender
- female
- Style
- preppy, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Mini Skirts
Color
SandPatterned BluePinkPatterned Red
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
A short pleated miniskirt in a check pattern, featuring a hidden side zip and built-in shorts lining, made from lightweight fluid crepe.
Hidden side zip, built-in shorts lining, lightweight crepe fabric, pleated design
- Material
- Crepe weave
- Style
- preppy, classic
- Occasion
- casual, party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Skirts > Mini Skirts
Additional Attributes
- hidden side zip closure
- lightweight crepe weave
- built-in shorts lining
- pleated design
- check pattern
- 12.5-inch length
- fluid drape
Product Insights
Twik's Check Pleated Miniskirt, a mod-inspired mini skirt for women 16–25, features a built-in shorts lining that prevents chafing and ensures modesty, combined with a fluid, non-clinging crepe drape and long-lasting crisp pleats. Its high-twist crepe yarns boost breathability, resist abrasion and pilling, and hide creases, reducing ironing needs. Designed in-house for Simons and exclusive to Canada, it undercuts comparable mini skirts from Superdry and English Factory at 39 CAD, offering durable, easy-care style with a side zipper that must be zipped before machine washing.
Verified claims
- Shorts lining
- Built-in shorts lining prevents chafing and ensures modesty.
- Drape
- Fluid, non-clinging drape with long-lasting crisp pleats.
- Breathability
- Crepe's air pockets boost airflow, making it more breathable than standard polyester.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Crinkled texture hides everyday creases and reduces ironing.
- Durability
- High-twist crepe yarns resist abrasion and pilling better than standard polyester.
- Heritage
- Twik is a 60-year-old mod-inspired brand targeting women 16–25, with a built-in shorts lining for active wear.
- Exclusivity
- Designed in-house for Simons and sold exclusively in Canada.
- Value
- At 39 CAD, undercuts comparable mini skirts from Superdry (55 CAD) and English Factory (95 CAD).
- Material
- 98% polyester, 2% spandex in a fine, light and fluid crepe weave.
- Washing
- Zip the side zipper before machine washing to prevent snagging and pleat distortion.
- Abrasion resistance
- High-twist crepe yarns resist pilling from friction with lining or surfaces.
Product record
- Title
- Check Pleated Miniskirt
- Brand
- Twik
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Built-in shorts lining: modesty, comfort, and fit
- The inner shorts serve as a friction barrier between the thighs, addressing the common annoyance of 'chub rub' on long summer walks without requiring separate anti-chafe products or additional clothing layers.
- The pairing of a trendy check pattern with internal shorts transforms the miniskirt from a static party piece into a practical daytime option for errands, park outings, or casual commutes where a standard mini would feel restrictive.
- The hidden side zip closure allows the skirt and its attached shorts to be put on as one seamless garment, eliminating the awkward step of separately adjusting an inner layer while preserving the skirt's clean exterior free of visible fastenings.
- Because the shorts are built in, the skirt avoids the bulk and waistband stacking that comes from layering separate bike shorts underneath, preserving the smooth, lightweight crepe weave drape and the crisp front line of the pleated design.
- The 12.5-inch hemline is short enough to risk exposure in windy or active conditions, but the built-in shorts lining acts as a permanent modesty layer that eliminates the need for a separate slip or bike shorts, allowing the wearer to sit cross-legged, climb stairs, or cycle without worry.
How the pleats hold up after washing
- Fastening the hidden side zipper before placing the skirt in the mesh bag keeps the metal pull from snagging on the delicate crepe and prevents the pleats around the closure from pulling askew during agitation.
The Twik brand and its exclusive Canadian design
- Launched in the 1960s under Donald Simons and inspired directly by Twiggy, Twik has been a youth-focused fashion authority for over 60 years — this miniskirt picks up a multi-generational mod silhouette from a brand with historical design roots, not just a passing trend.
- As a Simons in-house label, Twik is designed by the retailer and sold only through its 16 Canadian stores and e-commerce — the 'Exclusively in Canada' tag is a genuine distribution constraint that also means no third-party retail markup is folded into the price.
How it compares to similar check pleated mini skirts
- The fabric is described as a ‘fine, light and fluid crepe weave,’ a material known for its elegant drape and resistance to wrinkles — this signals a skirt that will move well and pack nicely, unlike the stiffer, heavier polyester blends that dominate the fast-fashion mini skirt category.
- Sold only at Simons under the Twik label, the skirt is part of a curated, private-label collection exclusive to Canada, meaning it avoids the mass-market distribution of global brands and offers a more unique silhouette that is less likely to be spotted on multiple wearers.
- At $39 CAD, the Twik skirt's regular price is roughly half the $95 USD MSRP of the English Factory Madeline Check Pleated Mini Skort and $15 USD below the $55 USD MSRP of the Superdry Check Pleated Mini Skirt, meaning the Twik delivers the same preppy aesthetic without requiring a sale or discount code to be affordable.
- Where the Superdry Check Pleated Mini Skirt lists only a side zip and all-over print, the Twik explicitly includes a built-in shorts lining — providing the modesty and freedom of a skort without the bulk of separate undershorts, a practical edge for windy days and active settings.
How crepe weave affects comfort and care
- Crepe fabric's ability to hold a set is one reason it's a go-to for pleated skirts — the crinkled weave locks in the pleats so they stay crisp through wear and washing, preserving the preppy structure that defines this silhouette.
- The twisted yarns in crepe create a soft, flowing drape that moves with the body and avoids the stiff, boxy silhouette some pleated skirts can have — even at 12.5 inches, the fabric's fluidity gives the skirt an elegant, feminine line.
- Crepe's wrinkle-hiding texture means the skirt can often skip the ironing board entirely — a quick steam or tumble in a cool machine cycle is typically enough to keep it looking crisp, suiting a casual piece that'll see frequent wear.
- Because crepe is woven from tightly twisted yarns, the fabric has greater abrasion resistance than a standard weave — this means the skirt can withstand the friction of cross-body bags or the built-in shorts lining without pilling or wearing thin quickly.
- Crepe's three-dimensional crinkled texture builds in tiny air pockets that allow heat to escape, making this miniskirt feel more breathable than a flatly woven synthetic of the same weight — exactly what you want when the legs are bare on a warm day.
- Crepe weave gives this skirt a distinctive lightly grainy, crinkled surface that feels soft yet subtly rough to the touch — it's this texture that stops the solid color from looking flat and adds visual depth without needing pattern.
- The same crinkled surface that defines crepe also hides everyday wrinkles — the fabric resists creasing and stays looking fresh through a day of sitting and walking, which is particularly valuable in a mini skirt where the eye goes straight to the fabric condition.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Short pleated skirt with a diagonal yoke panel and a plaid check pattern in tan, black, and off-white.
- SilhouetteShort A-line miniskirt that flares from the waist into narrow, evenly spaced knife pleats.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Waist and yokeFitted waistband with a diagonal yoke panel across the front where the plaid lines run on a bias creating a chevron-like seam appearance.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.07 (high) - Pleat constructionMultiple narrow pressed pleats start below the yoke and continue to the hem, producing a textured vertical rhythm.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.13 (high) - PatternAll-over plaid check pattern comprised of a tan background with intersecting black and off-white lines forming squares and rectangles.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - HemStraight finished hem where pleats terminate, visible as a horizontal line along the skirt bottom.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.40 · h 0.03 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing the skirt worn by a model against a plain light background with soft frontal lighting; model styling and shoes visible but not described as product details.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio portrait of a standing model centered in frame against a seamless light neutral background.
- Model styling visibleModel wears a white buttoned cardigan, white ruched ankle socks, and glossy burgundy low-heeled shoes; arms are crossed over the torso.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.08 · w 0.56 · h 0.70 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even frontal lighting with minimal shadows and a faint cast shadow on the floor to the model's left.
Colors
warm tan· skirt base#C49B7Cblack· plaid lines - darkoff-white· plaid lines - light- SilhouetteShort A-line miniskirt that flares from the waist into narrow, evenly spaced knife pleats.
- 02
Product
Front view close-up of a high-waist pleated miniskirt in a beige plaid fabric showing a diagonal-patterned waistband and vertical pleated skirt body with visible pleat folds.
- SilhouetteHigh-waist short skirt with a fitted upper band and a flared pleated lower section ending at upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.16 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Waistband patternWide waistband sits across lower abdomen with the plaid pattern rotated so checks run diagonally across the band.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.16 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Pleat constructionMultiple knife-style pleats start below the waistband, forming vertical folds that create a flared hem; pleat edges are visible as darker vertical lines.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.34 · w 0.88 · h 0.42 (high) - Fabric textureWoven fabric with visible plaid weave and slightly structured drape, appearing medium-weight rather than sheer.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - Plaid motifTwo-directional plaid: wider tan squares intersected by narrow black and white stripes forming the check pattern across waistband and skirt panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - Side detailLeft-side shows an inward folded pleat or small overlap creating a slight opening at the hem on the viewer's left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.26 (high)
Other
Image is a studio shot showing the model from midriff to mid-thigh against a neutral pale background; model hands lift a sweater to reveal the waistband; even soft lighting with minimal shadow.
- Model crop and posePhotograph framed from just below the chest to mid-thigh; model hands and exposed midriff visible above the skirt.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.26 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, diffuse studio lighting and minimal directional shadow.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the skirt area with clear detail; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
tan beige· main fabric#CBA285black· thin stripesoff-white· accent stripes- SilhouetteHigh-waist short skirt with a fitted upper band and a flared pleated lower section ending at upper thighs.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short pleated skirt with a high, wide waistband; fabric shows a tan/beige plaid with intersecting darker and lighter stripe lines and structured pleats beginning below the waistband.
- Silhouette and viewRear three-quarter view of a short pleated skirt sitting on the hips with a high, wide waistband and a flared pleated lower section.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Waistband constructionWide high waistband that sits above the pleated section; waistband fabric shows the same plaid but oriented on a diagonal compared with the pleats below.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Pleat detailEven vertical knife pleats start below the waistband and create a short flared hem; pleats show visible stitch lines and defined folds.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over plaid pattern with a tan/beige ground intersected by darker brown or black and thinner white lines forming checks; pattern scale is medium relative to skirt height.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - HemlineStraight finished hem at the bottom of the pleated section, visible as a narrow edge slightly irregular where pleats overlap.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (medium) - Visible occlusionSkirt is partially occluded by the model's hands at the lower right and by the white top tucked into the waistband at the upper area.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio image showing a model from the rear three-quarter angle against a plain light background; the model wears a white long-sleeve top that is tucked into the skirt, and the frame is cropped near mid-thigh with soft, even studio lighting.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter shot of a standing model cropped near mid-thigh, centered horizontally with more headroom on the right side of the frame.
- Background and lightingUniform pale off-white background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows, producing gentle shadowing under the skirt hem and along the model's right side.
- Styling propModel wears a plain long-sleeve white top tucked into the skirt; top covers the upper back and sleeves and is distinct from the skirt.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Image limitationsNo visible product tags or labels; fine texture details are visible but very small text, if any, is illegible at this resolution.
Colors
tan beige· skirt basedark brown· plaid dark linescream· plaid light lines#ECE8E6- Silhouette and viewRear three-quarter view of a short pleated skirt sitting on the hips with a high, wide waistband and a flared pleated lower section.
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Q&A
1 answered- Does the waistband have any elastic or is it fully structured? The listing mentions a hidden side zip but not the waist fit.
- The waistband uses a hidden side zip closure and does not include elastic, based on the product information.